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The Best Episodes of The River Season 1

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The Best Episodes of The River Season 1

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.

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    8.0/10(7 votes)

    #1 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

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

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    Director:Susan Belbin
    Writer:Michael Aitkens
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    7.9/10(7 votes)

    #2 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

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

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    Director:Susan Belbin
    Writer:Michael Aitkens
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    7.9/10(7 votes)

    #3 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

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

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    Director:Susan Belbin
    Writer:Michael Aitkens
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    7.7/10(6 votes)

    #4 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

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

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    Director:Susan Belbin
    Writer:Michael Aitkens
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    7.4/10(5 votes)

    #5 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

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

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    Director:Susan Belbin
    Writer:Michael Aitkens
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    7.2/10(6 votes)

    #6 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

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

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    Director:Susan Belbin
    Writer:Michael Aitkens
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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 2" is the best rated episode of "The River" season 1. It scored 8/10 based on 7 votes. Directed by Susan Belbin and written by Michael Aitkens, it aired on 10/27/1988. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 4".