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All Episodes of The Lakes

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All Episodes of The Lakes

The Lakes is a mystery drama created and written by Jimmy McGovern for BBC1. The first series – comprised of four episodes – broadcast from...
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Season 1

  • Episode 1
    7.4/1036 votes

    Episode 1

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 9/14/1997

    The experiences of Danny Kavanagh, a 21-year-old gambler and womaniser, who leaves home and enters the dark soul and sexual quicksand of a small Lake District community.

    Director: David Blair

    Writer: Jimmy McGovern

  • Episode 2
    7.8/1023 votes

    Episode 2

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 9/21/1997

    The village is shattered by grief and guilt as it becomes clear that none of the children survived the rowing accident.

    Director: David Blair

    Writer: Jimmy McGovern

  • Episode 3
    7.9/1017 votes

    Episode 3

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 9/27/1997

    Danny tries to find the truth behind the tragedy of the three drowned schoolgirls.

    Director: David Blair

    Writer: Jimmy McGovern

  • Episode 4
    8.1/1018 votes

    Episode 4

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 10/5/1997

    Will Danny be found guilty at the inquest? Will the priest and Bernie consummate their relationship? As the village turns against the chef, all is revealed.

    Director: David Blair

    Writer: Jimmy McGovern