The Reckoning

1 seriesEntertainment / Detective
Available on
BBC One

The story of Jimmy Savile's life from his working-class roots, to his rise to TV stardom as a BBC presenter, and his later years when he managed to keep his reign of sexual abuse concealed until after his death in 2011.

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In the 60s, Jimmy Savile became famous as a DJ in the dance halls of Leeds and Manchester. Contains upsetting scenes.

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Savile engineers more opportunities to further conceal his abusive behaviour. Contains upsetting scenes.

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How Savile’s status allowed him to silence the victims of his crimes. Contains upsetting scenes.

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How Savile avoided prosecution for his crimes during his lifetime. Contains disturbing scenes.

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