Aired
1988
BBC1

In his first television acting role, David Essex stars as Davy Jackson, a once-dodgy cockney chancer who settles for a solitary life as the canal lock-keeper. However, his quiet world is changed forever by the arrival of Sarah, whose barge has just broken down. While waiting for repairs, Sarah finds herself staying with Davey at his cottage and falling for his cockney charms. A delightful romantic comedy set in the glorious English countryside - and with original music by David Essex - The River was a huge hit for the BBC when it was first shown in 1988.

1 Series - 6 Episodes