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Series

The Reckoning

2023 · 1 season · 4 episodes · Ended · BBC One

Crime, Drama

TMDB 7.2 · 25 votes

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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.

Episodes

  • S01E01Episode 12023-10-0959m

    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.

  • S01E02Episode 22023-10-1057m

    Now at the height of his fame, Savile engineers more opportunities for charity work to further conceal his abusive behaviour.

  • S01E03Episode 32023-10-1659m

    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.

  • S01E04Episode 42023-10-1758m

    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.

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