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The Best Episodes of The Lakes Season 1

Every episode of The Lakes Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Lakes Season 1!

Compelling BBC1 drama series embracing sex, death and Catholic guilt, set in a small community in the Lake District. The first four-part series centred on newcomer Danny Kavanagh; the second 10-part series featured other characters in the community.

Genre:Drama
Network:BBC One

Season 1 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "The Lakes" season 1 is "Episode 1", rated 7.5/10 from 26 user votes. It was directed by N/A and written by N/A. "Episode 1" aired on 9/14/1997 and is rated 0.2 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 2".

  • Episode 1
    7.5/10 26 votes

    #1 - Episode 1

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 9/14/1997

    Compulsive gambler Danny arrives in a small Lake District village and gets a job working under a tyrannical, sex-mad chef in a hotel. He loses the job after making local girl Emma pregnant, and takes charge of hiring out boats. But then there’s a tragic accident while he’s phoning in a bet.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 2
    7.7/10 15 votes

    #2 - Episode 2

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 9/21/1997

    Despite Danny's efforts, three schoolgirls have drowned in the lake and the angry villagers make him the scapegoat.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 3
    7.8/10 12 votes

    #3 - Episode 3

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 9/27/1997

    The funerals take place and Danny tries to discover the truth behind the tragedy, but he’s not helped by the lies of Lucy Archer. Bernie Quinlan’s passion for Father Matthew grows.

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    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 4
    7.9/10 14 votes

    #4 - Episode 4

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 10/5/1997

    Everyone gets to hear Chef having sex with Lucy. The inquest is held with Danny in the dock, putting a strain on his relationship with Emma. The passion between Bernie and Father Matthew boils over.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A