The Fear
2012 · 1 season · 4 episodes · Ended · Channel 4
Crime, Drama
TMDB 6.4 · 16 votes
Former gang boss turned respected businessman, Richie Beckett pledge money to help rebuild a pier. But Richie's mind is deteriorating, and the other outfit he runs with his sons is under attack by a vicious rival gang.
Episodes
- S01E01Fear2012-12-0350m
Erstwhile crime boss Richie Beckett is now a respected - if still feared - member of the Brighton business community. But recently he's forgetful, irritable, unable to sleep, and the less legit side of his enterprise is under threat from a newcomer, Marin.
- S01E02Anger2012-12-0450m
Richie's mind deteriorates and he seeks help from a former adversary. For the sake of the family, Richie's son strikes a deal with Marin's gang.
- S01E03Despair2012-12-0550m
Richie is diagnosed with a virulent form of early-onset dementia. Cal is forced into hiding.
- S01E04Death2012-12-0650m
Richie is on the run, in a state of full-blown dementia, pursued by the police and Marin's gang. In Cal's hideaway Richie has a rare moment of clarity. Past and present come together as Richie finally uncovers the truth about the girl from his past.
