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The River follows the tranquil life of lovable, Cockney, ex-convict Davey Jackson who is lock keeper on the canal near the village of Chumley-on-the-Water.
Genre:Comedy
Network:BBC One
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Season 1

  • Episode 1
    7.6/105 votes
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    Episode 1

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 10/20/1988

    Chumley on the Water is Davey Jackson's ideal place, until the arrival of Sarah MacDonald...

    Director: Susan Belbin

    Writer: Michael Aitkens

  • Episode 2
    8.0/106 votes
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    Episode 2

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 10/27/1988

    Sarah must learn to be nice to people. The local cricket match could provide the ultimate test for both her and Davey.

    Director: Susan Belbin

    Writer: Michael Aitkens

  • Episode 3
    7.2/105 votes
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    Episode 3

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 11/3/1988

    Third episode of the romantic comedy starring David Essex. The contents of a letter for Sarah get an explosive reaction from Davey.

    Director: Susan Belbin

    Writer: Michael Aitkens

  • Episode 4
    7.8/106 votes
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    Episode 4

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 11/10/1988

    In order to disrupt Davey's potential relationship with Sarah, Aunt Betty enlists the aid of little Cousin Sheila.

    Director: Susan Belbin

    Writer: Michael Aitkens

  • Episode 5
    7.8/106 votes
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    Episode 5

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 11/17/1988

    Fifth episode of comedy about lock keeper Davey Jackson, starring David Essex,

    Director: Susan Belbin

    Writer: Michael Aitkens

  • Episode 6
    NaN/100 votes
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    Episode 6

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 11/24/1988

    Last part in comedy series about village lock keeper, Davey Jackson. Starring David Essex.

    Director: Susan Belbin

    Writer: Michael Aitkens