Series synopsis
The Reckoning is a British drama television series that premiered on BBC One on October 9, 2023. It ended on October 17, 2023. It was created by Neil McKay, Dan Davies. It stars Steve Coogan, Mark Stanley, Fenella Woolgar and Michael Jibson.
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.
Premise
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.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Steve Coogan as Jimmy Savile
- Mark Stanley as Dan Davies
- Fenella Woolgar as Margaret Thatcher
- Michael Jibson as Bill Cotton
- Gemma Jones as Agnes Savile
- Robert Emms as Ray Teret
- Julian Rhind-Tutt as Johnnie Stewart
- Mark Lewis Jones as Charles Hullighan
Supporting cast
- Siobhan Finneran as Beryl Hullighan
- Neil Pearson as Eric Morley
- Henry Goodman as Sir Ludwig Guttman
- Joseph Mydell as Victor
- Peter Wight as Peter Jaconelli
- Jimmy Savile as Self (archive footage)
Guest cast
- Tim Downie as Roger Ordish
- Ben Hanley as Ice Cream Lad
- Emma Hollywood as Patient/ Anna (uncredited)
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 4 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 4 | October 9, 2023 | October 17, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 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. |
October 9, 2023 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Now at the height of his fame, Savile engineers more opportunities for charity work to further conceal his abusive behaviour. |
October 10, 2023 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 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. |
October 16, 2023 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | BBC One |
|---|---|
| First aired | October 9, 2023 |
| Last aired | October 17, 2023 |
| Runtime | 233 minutes |
| Status | ended |