The Reckoning

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Factual drama examining the crimes of Jimmy Savile, with testimony from survivors.

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The Reckoning: Series 1: Episode 4

Episode 4

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How Savile avoided prosecution for his crimes during his lifetime.

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.

During the early 2000s, Savile made increasingly desperate attempts to protect his fading legacy and continue to hide the horrific truth. Despite persistent rumours, an investigation and efforts by survivors to raise the alarm in his lifetime, it was only after his death that their brave testimony was heard and the full extent and impact of his crimes became clear. How was he able to hide in plain sight for so long?

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