Episodes
The Reckoning: Series Premiere (BBC One Monday 9 October 2023)
The Reckoning: Series Premiere airs Monday 9 October 2023 on BBC One
What can we expect from this episode
DJing in the clubs of Leeds and Manchester propelled Jimmy Savile to fame in the early 1960s. He was able to take advantage of his position as the organizer of popular dances for young people.
Savile used the notoriety he had gained through his celebrity to get involved in volunteer work at Leeds General Infirmary. Because of his widespread appeal as a DJ, the BBC asked him to host their hit music program Top of the Pops.
The Reckoning will explore how Jimmy Savile used his celebrity and powerful connections to conceal his crimes and exploit institutional failings. It is important to understand how he was able to hide in plain sight in order to gain a greater understanding of how he evaded justice. The drama aims to highlight the importance of confronting the horrors of the past and talking openly about abuse.
Season 1 Episode 1
When can we see the episode
The Reckoning: Series Premiere airs Monday 9 October 2023 at 06:00 on BBC One
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