Series synopsis
The Fear is a British crime drama television series that premiered on Channel 4 on December 3, 2012. It ended on December 6, 2012. It stars Harry Lloyd, Anastasia Hille, Richard E. Grant and Peter Mullan.
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.
Premise
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.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Harry Lloyd as Matty Beckett
- Anastasia Hille as Jo Beckett
- Richard E. Grant as Seb Whiting
- Peter Mullan as Richie Beckett
- Paul Nicholls as Cal Beckett
- Dragoș Bucur as Marin
- Shaban Arifi as Davit
- Julia Ragnarsson as Zana
Supporting cast
- Nigel Lindsay as Donny
- Danny Sapani as Wes
- Demosthenes Chrysan as Vajkal
Guest cast
- Ollie Douglas as Passerby
- Eline Powell as Lule
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 4 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 4 | December 3, 2012 | December 6, 2012 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Fear 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. |
December 3, 2012 |
| 2 |
Anger 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. |
December 4, 2012 |
| 3 |
Despair Richie is diagnosed with a virulent form of early-onset dementia. Cal is forced into hiding. |
December 5, 2012 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Channel 4 |
|---|---|
| First aired | December 3, 2012 |
| Last aired | December 6, 2012 |
| Runtime | 50 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Monday at 22:00:00 |