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The Reckoning

Series 1

Episode 1

Duration: 58 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One LondonLatest broadcast: on BBC One Scotland HD

Available for years

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. Show more

Contributors

Jimmy Savile:
Steve Coogan
Ray Teret:
Robert Emms
Bill Cotton:
Michael Jibson
Agnes Savile:
Gemma Jones
Charles Hullighan:
Mark Lewis Jones
Eric Morley:
Neil Pearson
Writer:
Neil McKay
Production Company:
ITV Studios

The Reckoning

Series 1

Episode 2

Duration: 56 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One Wales HD

Available for years

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

Contributors

Jimmy Savile:
Steve Coogan
Ray Teret:
Robert Emms
Sir Ludwig Guttman:
Henry Goodman
Bill Cotton:
Michael Jibson
Agnes Savile:
Gemma Jones
Writer:
Neil McKay
Production Company:
ITV Studios

The Reckoning

Series 1

Episode 3

Duration: 58 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One South HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One Northern Ireland HD

Available for years

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. Show more

Contributors

Jimmy Savile:
Steve Coogan
Bill Cotton:
Michael Jibson
Charles Hullighan:
Mark Lewis Jones
Dan Davies:
Mark Stanley
Writer:
Neil McKay
Production Company:
ITV Studios

The Reckoning

Series 1

Episode 4

Duration: 57 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One LondonLatest broadcast: on BBC One Wales HD

Available for years

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. Show more

Contributors

Jimmy Savile:
Steve Coogan
Ray Teret:
Robert Emms
Charles Hullighan:
Mark Lewis Jones
Dan Davies:
Mark Stanley
Writer:
Neil McKay
Production Company:
ITV Studios