The Reckoning
2023 · 1 season · 4 episodes · Drama
The life of Jimmy Savile, a man who, for decades, became one of the UK’s most influential celebrities, but in death has become one of the most reviled figures of modern history following revelations of extensive and horrific abuse.
Seasons
1 season · 4 episodes- 1
Episode 1
9 Oct 2023 59m
In the early 60s, Jimmy Savile became famous as a DJ in the dance halls of Leeds and Manchester. He ran sell-out dances for young people - but was also able to exploit this position.
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Episode 2
10 Oct 2023 57m
Now at the height of his fame, Savile engineers more opportunities for charity work to further conceal his abusive behaviour.
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Episode 3
16 Oct 2023 59m
Savile is asked to host Jim’ll Fix It. Now at the peak of his fame and influence, Savile's status allowed him to hide in plain sight and silence the victims of his crimes.
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Episode 4
17 Oct 2023 58m
In the 2000s, as his career and influence began to wane, Savile made increasingly desperate attempts to conceal the truth. Yet his crimes didn't come to light during his lifetime.
Cast
Steve Coogan Jimmy Savile
Mark Stanley Dan Davies
Fenella Woolgar Margaret Thatcher
Michael Jibson Bill Cotton
Gemma Jones Agnes Savile
Robert Emms Ray Teret
Julian Rhind-Tutt Johnnie Stewart
Mark Lewis Jones Charles Hullighan
Siobhan Finneran Beryl Hullighan
Neil Pearson Eric Morley
Henry Goodman Sir Ludwig Guttman
Joseph Mydell VictorReviews 0
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