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River

2015-10-13 · Runtime unavailable · ★ 7.4

Crime · Drama · Mystery

Respected police officer John River, a gifted cop with a troubled mind, struggles to come to terms with the recent loss of a colleague, and chases a suspect across London - with tragic consequences. Now at odds with the authorities, River ends up in a precarious position as he seeks to bring closure to the mother of murdered teenager, who blames him for failing to keep his promise.

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Creators
Abi Morgan
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United Kingdom
Status
Ended

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Stellan SkarsgårdStellan SkarsgårdJohn River
Nicola WalkerNicola WalkerJackie 'Stevie' Stevenson
Adeel AkhtarAdeel AkhtarIra King
Lesley ManvilleLesley ManvilleChrissie Read
Owen TealeOwen TealeMarcus McDonald
Georgina RichGeorgina RichRosa Fallows
Eddie MarsanEddie MarsanThomas Cream
Turlough ConveryTurlough ConveryFrankie Stevenson
Sorcha CusackSorcha CusackBridie Stevenson
Steve NicolsonSteve NicolsonJimmy Stevenson
Michael MaloneyMichael MaloneyTom Read

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