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The Lakes — Storyline
The Lakes is a mystery drama created and written by Jimmy McGovern for BBC1. The first series – comprised of four episodes – broadcast from 14 September to 5 October 1997. A second series of ten episodes ran from 10 January to 14 March 1999.
Danny Kavanagh leaves Liverpool for the Lake District, finding work at a hotel and love with a local girl named Emma. Yet Danny remains an outsider in the close-knit community, and through the machinations of fate, he finds himself implicated in a tragedy. The secrets, lies, and crimes, of the seemingly tranquil community continue to be revealed.
Cast & Crew
- Created by: Jimmy McGovern
- Starring: John Simm, Charles Dale, Kaye Wragg, Elizabeth Bennett, Robert Pugh, Mary Jo Randle, Paul Copley, James Thornton
The Lakes — Series Details
| First Air Date | 1997-09-14 |
| Seasons | 2 |
| Episodes | 14 |
| Genre | Mystery, Drama |
| Language | English |
| Network | BBC One |
| Status | Ended |
| Rating | 7/10 (12 votes) |
The Lakes — Episode Guide
Series 1
- E1: Episode 1 (1997-09-14) — The experiences of Danny Kavanagh, a 21-year-old gambler and womaniser, who leaves home and enters the dark soul and sexual quicksand of a small Lake District community.
- E2: Episode 2 (1997-09-21) — The village is shattered by grief and guilt as it becomes clear that none of the children survived the rowing accident.
- E3: Episode 3 (1997-09-27) — Danny tries to find the truth behind the tragedy of the three drowned schoolgirls.
- E4: Episode 4 (1997-10-05) — Will Danny be found guilty at the inquest? Will the priest and Bernie consummate their relationship? As the village turns against the chef, all is revealed.
Series 2
- E1: Episode 5 (1999-01-10) — Danny is forced to make the most important decision of his life as he contemplates suicide.
- E2: Episode 6 (1999-01-17) — Father Matthew and the married Bernie Quinlan try to resist their passion.
- E3: Episode 7 (1999-01-24) — Beverly flirts with John Fisher, unaware that he has murdered her sister.
- E4: Episode 8 (1999-01-31) — John and Beverly continue their romance while destroying evidence of Simone's murder.
- E5: Episode 9 (1999-02-07) — Lucy struggles to come to terms with the sexual assault.
- E6: Episode 10 (1999-02-14) — Bernie discovers that she is pregnant by Father Matthew. In a rare moment of trust, Danny confesses to Lucy that he knows she was raped.
- E7: Episode 11 (1999-02-21) — Rory catches up with micropig breeder Rob Rose as he tries to bring a grumpy pig back into the fold with the help of his long-suffering partner Helen.
- E8: Episode 12 (1999-02-28) — Bernie and Father Matthew seek advice from the Bishop.
- E9: Episode 13 (1999-03-07) — Lucy takes to the witness stand to confront her rapists.
- E10: Episode 14 (1999-03-14) — Danny is desperate to be reconciled with Emma.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does The Lakes have? 2 season(s) with 14 episodes.
Who created The Lakes? Jimmy McGovern.
Where can I watch The Lakes? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
