River City (2002)
River City is a television soap opera, first broadcast in Scotland on BBC Scotland on 24 September 2002. River City storylines examine the domestic and professional lives of the people who live and work in the fictional district of Shieldinch in Glasgow. The series primarily centres around the residents of Shieldinch, their houses, flats and apartments and its neighbouring streets, namely Montego Street and which encompasses a pub, bistro, community centre, café and various small businesses, in addition to a subway station and basketball court.
The series was originally screened as two half-hour episodes per week. Today, one hour-long episode is broadcast each week - usually Tuesday evenings on BBC One Scotland, repeated Sunday afternoons on either BBC One Scotland or BBC Two Scotland. In Australia, River City is screened 11:00am weekdays on Seven's British-oriented multichannel 7TWO.
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2016x01 Jan 5, 2016
05 January, 2016 10:00 pm
Lenny seems slightly unhinged as he returns to Shieldinch to take his revenge on the Kennedys. Kamikaze-style, he throws down the gauntlet to Martina and Billy. It's the end game - who will survive? Kelly-Marie doesn't know if she can trust Alex, but could she handle being responsible for his death? Stella's upcoming mastectomy operation presents an unexpected challenge to Stevie, and Patrick fears that Drew is being drawn to the dark side.
2016x02 Jan 12, 2016
12 January, 2016 10:00 pm
Lenny confidently dismisses a grief-stricken Martina as she threatens to avenge her brother's death, but is he underestimating the power of her wrath? Patrick is chuffed to hear that Drew is doing well at the garage with Bob, but when Drew crosses a line Patrick is forced to reach out to Caitlin to help the boy. Meanwhile, Eileen's answer to her moral dilemma with Harry springs from a surprising source, and Bob decides it's time to find a new companion for Angus.
2016x03 Jan 19, 2016
19 January, 2016 10:00 pm
Kelly-Marie struggles to come to terms with her part in the death of another human being. Jimmy tries to reassure her that no-one knows she's involved, but it doesn't help assuage her guilt and she sets out to make things right. Will Kelly-Marie's search for redemption lead her right into the lion's den? Alex is enraged to receive divorce papers and makes his feelings on the matter very clear. Elsewhere, Annie and AJ disagree over how to put their savings to best use, and Stevie does his best to comfort Stella after her operation.
2016x04 Jan 26, 2016
26 January, 2016 10:00 pm
A mystery complaint against Patrick threatens to destroy his football coaching career. With Patrick too distracted by Kelly-Marie's condition to challenge it, Robbie decides to fight the battle for him and sets out to trace where the complaint came from. When he finds himself at Caitlin's door he doesn't hold back, and Drew gets caught in the crossfire. Could Robbie's attempts to help his friend end up making matters worse for everyone? Meanwhile, the Burns supper doesn't quite go to plan for Alasdair, and the community rallies to support the Mullens in their ordeal with Kelly-Marie.
2016x05 Feb 2, 2016
02 February, 2016 10:00 pm
With a mountain of debt to her name and bailiffs at her door again, Caitlin finally accepts that things have to change. An offhand remark from her daughter shames Caitlin into looking for a job, but as she prepares for her first real interview in fifteen years she soon realises it will be no easy task. Has Caitlin got what it takes? Meanwhile, Alex and the Mullens fear the worst when Kelly-Marie is rushed in for emergency surgery, and a reflective Robbie decides whether his heart is still in No 18.
2016x06 Feb 9, 2015
09 February, 2016 10:00 pm
Kelly-Marie remains in an induced coma, oblivious to the fact that her baby was delivered early. As the baby fights for his life, Alex maintains a vigil at his son's bedside, while he and the Mullens wait to see if Kelly-Marie will wake up to meet her son. Meanwhile, Lenny faces his biggest challenge yet when he's left to babysit a mischievous Callum and Madonna, while Stevie and Stella await news from the hospital to find out whether Stella's cancer battle is finally over.
2016x07 Feb 16, 2016
16 February, 2016 10:00 pm
It's Valentine's Day in Shieldinch and Harry is doing all he can to try and win Eileen's heart, while his father AJ works hard not to disappoint wife Annie, but when the two worlds collide it looks like everyone's plans might come crashing down. Robbie and Angel build some bridges when Robbie receives bad news from the insurance company, but can those two ever really be friends? Scarlett worries about Kelly-Marie as she remains cold and distant following the death of her son.
2016x08 Feb 23, 2016
23 February, 2016 10:00 pm
When Malcom has a fall at the care home, Liz blames the staff and demands he be moved to a different facility where he will be properly looked after. Eileen, Ellie and Alasdair all try to help her see that it's Malcolm's dementia that is to blame, but Liz struggles to accept that her husband's condition is worsening. Alasdair's efforts to help are misread by both Liz and Eileen, but will they realise their mistake before it's too late? Meanwhile, Lenny is convinced Kelly-Marie's fall was not an accident and seeks revenge on the person responsible, and Stella's baby decides it's time to meet the world.
2016x09 Mar 1, 2016
01 March, 2016 10:00 pm
Revelations come thick and fast as Alex deals with the news that he is Lenny's son. When a horrific truth is exposed, Martina finds that her fate is at the mercy of Lenny and Alex. What will become of her? Meanwhile, Scarlett finds herself stepping up as a mother for Kelly-Marie as she struggles to deal with the death of baby David, and over at the Mclean household, Drew is spooked after watching a horror film. Convinced there is something under his bed, the family rally together to deal with the problem.
2016x10 Mar 8, 2016
08 March, 2016 10:00 pm
Alex spirals out of control as he struggles with his identity. With his mother gone, his erratic behaviour leads him to seek answers through an unlikely source that raises concerns for Lenny. Bob wrestles with the fact he cannot have children. With Ellie feeling broody, should he tell her the truth? Meanwhile, Caitlin reaches out to Patrick for help with Drew, leading her to reveal a stark truth about Drew's father.
2016x11 Mar 15, 2016
15 March, 2016 10:00 pm
When new dad Stevie is out celebrating, he makes a mistake that could potentially have huge consequences for his life with Stella and his daughter. Molly accuses Alasdair of not being who he says he is. Meanwhile, Jenny is given a hard lesson by Annie when her part-time job at the surgery doesn't go as well as planned.
2016x12 Mar 22, 2016
22 March, 2016 10:00 pm
Annie is out to get vengeance on Eileen for preying on her precious son, Harry. On the run from a murder charge, will Stevie manage to elude the police with Stella and baby in tow? And what is Caitlin up to, leaving her unruly children home alone?
2016x13 Mar 29, 2016
29 March, 2016 10:00 pm
Caitlin reaches crisis point when Drew's personal troubles escalate. Will she step up and be the mother he so badly needs her to be? Meanwhile, Eileen and Liz receive some troubling news about Malcolm which leads to an unexpected arrival, while Angus embarks on a potentially dangerous money-making scheme that doesn't quite yield the results he was looking for.
2016x14 Apr 5, 2016
05 April, 2016 10:00 pm
Shieldinch turns out in force for Malcolm's funeral, but his voice from the past looks like it could cause an irreparable rift between the three women in his life. Eileen's guilt surfaces with the return of a ghost from the past. Gabriel comes back into Kelly-Marie's life, but will she make him stay?
2016x15 Apr 12, 2016
12 April, 2016 10:00 pm
After a traumatic incident, Kelly-Marie has a choice to make: does she follow her heart and go in search of happiness with Gabriel, or stand her ground and battle Alex? Lenny prepares for Amber's long-awaited return but forces out with his control threaten the homecoming. Meanwhile, Annie struggles to come to terms with AJ's true calling, and Shieldinch makes way for a new business venture.
2016x16 Apr 19, 2016
19 April, 2016 10:00 pm
Amber arrives back in Shieldinch, but not everyone is happy to see her return. Lenny receives some grave news that affects his health. AJ attempts to reignite the spark in his marriage, but Annie's growing attraction to Alex leads her to question her commitment to AJ. Meanwhile, Robbie takes drastic action to better his life, leading to a big decision that will affect his future in Shieldinch. Will he take the leap?
2016x17 Apr 26, 2016
26 April, 2016 10:00 pm
Eileen is surprised to find Brian back in Shieldinch to help scatter Malcom's ashes. When Liz reveals why, Eileen feels betrayed. Meanwhile, an overwrought Stella fears she may have lost Stevie for good. Caitlin wants Jenny's 18th birthday to be perfect, but Angus brings devastating news to her door. Angel's gym is overrun on opening day, and although Patrick saves a teenage boy's life, he wants nothing more to do with Angel.
2016x18 May 3, 2016
03 May, 2016 10:00 pm
Angus's life takes a turn for the better when he hosts a special event at the Oyster Cafe. Annie has to make a tough choice about her marriage to AJ as she struggles to deny her attraction to Alex. Patrick and Angel grow closer as their working relationship develops. Eileen finds herself stepping up as a mother to Brian, but will it be enough?
2016x19 May 10, 2016
10 May, 2016 10:00 pm
What tricks might Amber have up her sleeve as the Murdochs try to evict Caitlin and family from their latest property? Will the mayhem that ensues threaten Jenny's chances of clinching her crucial exams? Meanwhile, Robbie has the glad eye for the Tall Ship's latest bar manager.
2016x20 May 17, 2016
17 May, 2016 10:00 pm
Can Dr Annie hold strong against Alex's desire for her? With Amber's tricks landing her in jail, will Lenny be able to win the community round to the Murdoch cause? Elsewhere, Angus's dreams of conquering the hipster market are looking slim when he and Bob are left holding the baby.
2016x21 May 24, 2016
24 May, 2016 10:00 pm
It's the endgame for Eileen and Lenny as they threaten to destroy each other. But when their offspring become hostages in their battle, they are forced to reassess. Angus is knocked out by an unexpected proposal. Alasdair panics when his prized possessions go up for sale.
2016x22 May 31, 2016
31 May, 2016 10:00 pm
Patrick is under siege. Angel attacks him for giving her mixed signals about their relationship, and Robbie challenges him about lying to him about his sexuality. They want answers, but Patrick doesn't have them. Annie pits her considerable wits against Alex in a battle to rehouse the McLeans. When Bob comes to Stella's rescue over accommodation, Ellie is outraged.
2016x23 Jun 7, 2016
07 June, 2016 10:00 pm
With the Candle Room launch looming, the pressure is on for the Murdochs. But how will Lenny cope with a snitch in his sights? Meanwhile, Annie and Alex attempt to end their relationship, and Angus and Cassie aim to tick off the next item on their agenda - a sham engagement!
2016x24 Jun 15, 2016
15 June, 2016 10:00 pm
The day has finally come for Robbie to say his goodbye's to Shieldinch - but will leaving be as easy as he thought? Ellie and Stella come head to head over the man in their lives, and Annie and Alex have a taste of living dangerously.
2016x25 Jun 22, 2016
22 June, 2016 10:00 pm
After a mix-up at the registry office Cassie and Angus bring their wedding day forward, and Bob is far from happy with the arrangement. Will their big fake day go off without a hitch? Kelly-Marie finally reveals her secret to Robbie. Meanwhile, Angel struggles to manage Patrick's hot-and-cold approach to their relationship, as Bob and Ellie reach crisis point about their future.
2016x26 Jun 28, 2016
28 June, 2016 10:00 pm
Alasdair's past catches up with him, sending shockwaves through the community. On the day of his 30th birthday, Patrick's world is turned upside down as he learns of Alasdair's past and old wounds are opened up. With Patrick spiralling out of control, will Angel and his family cope? Meanwhile, Drew becomes the object of affection for a girl at school. But are her intentions sincere?
2016x27 Jul 5, 2016
05 July, 2016 10:00 pm
Drew is astonished to meet his absentee father at long last, but Caitlin quickly wants him gone. Meanwhile, Patrick's anger over his abuse resurfaces when he sees Alasdair is also still hanging around town, and Angel's empathy is sorely tested. Elsewhere, Angus's pop-up gig surprise brings Cassie out in stars and stripes.
2016x28 Jul 12, 2016
12 July, 2016 10:00 pm
Annie and Alex play with fire when they realise they want to be together. A drinks party with the Murdochs and Jandhus explodes as Amber's mischief-making plays havoc. Stella shies away from Bob's advances, but realises she's dependent on him. Drew's admiration for his dad blinkers his opinions, and he buys into Pete's dream. Alasdair finally reveals the truth to Liz about his letter stalker.
2016x29 Jul 19, 2016
19 July, 2016 10:00 pm
Stella's life is turned upside down when she gets a surprise visitor - will he be welcomed with open arms? Can AJ save his marriage to Annie now he knows about her affair with Alex? And will Kelly-Marie pluck up courage to speak to Gabriel about a rather pressing issue?
2016x30 Jul 26, 2016
26 July, 2016 10:00 pm
When Patrick returns, Bob forces him to face his past and confront his issues - will his brother do the right thing? Meanwhile, Cassie puts Angus to the test, but will they convince the Home Office they're not fake - can they pass the Mr and Mrs test? Elsewhere, a homeless Pete has his eye on AJ's spare room.
2016x31 Aug 2, 2016
02 August, 2016 10:00 pm
Gabriel's discovery that Kelly-Marie is carrying his baby sends him on the warpath, but what lengths will he go to when Lenny won't let her leave Shieldinch? And how will Alex and Amber react to Gabriel's hot-headed behaviour? Meanwhile, Pete convinces AJ to invest in his Elvis musical. Will Pete's dream finally become a reality?
2016x32 Aug 23, 2016
23 August, 2016 10:00 pm
Will Gabriel survive the assault? Will DI Donald trick Alex and Amber into admitting their guilt? Annie makes a choice between telling the truth and saving Alex from being charged. Meanwhile, Jimmy's caught in the crossfire when he's forced to choose between Lenny or Kelly-Marie.
2016x33 Aug 30, 2016
30 August, 2016 10:00 pm
In a bid to provoke Jimmy's return, Lenny threatens the safety of the Mullens, who are forced into drastic action. Meanwhile, an unforeseen stay in hospital makes Liz worry about her future, and a down-in-the-dumps Jenny gets a surprise offer. But with the perilous state of her family's finances, will Jenny turn down the opportunity of a lifetime?
2016x34 Sep 6, 2016
06 September, 2016 10:00 pm
Cassie is impressed when Angus bags a big name to play the Pop-Up, but how will Angus react when rock star on the block takes an interest in his new Missus? Meanwhile, Patrick's abuse trauma resurfaces when the police pay him a visit and Scarlett is forced to reach out to an unlikely source.
2016x35 Sep 13, 2016
13 September, 2016 10:00 pm
What dastardly sights await Liz as she peers through the lens of her new telescope into the world of Shieldinch? Annie falls back into old habits with AJ, but will his attempts to woo her finally pay off or will home comforts turn sour with houseguest Pete in the mix? And how will Amber and Alex cope when they are forced to help Lenny out of a gruesome situation?
2016x36 Sep 20, 2016
20 September, 2016 10:00 pm
Now that Lenny's dealt with Jimmy's 'list', the fate of the Mullens lies in Scarlett's hands. But with Patrick, Bob and Madonna all struggling to cope, and still no sign of Jimmy, Scarlett is under pressure to make the right decision. Meanwhile, Pete and AJ continue to get a kick out of antagonising Alex, but when they push it too far, will it blow up in their faces?
2016x37 Sep 27, 2016
27 September, 2016 10:00 pm
Can Scarlett hold the family together now that Jimmy's in jail? The McLeans welcome an exhausted Jenny home for a weekend visit but sense that all is not going well at uni. Will Bob and Ellie's attempts to rekindle things end in romance or an awkward morning-after-the-night-before?
2016x38 Oct 4, 2016
04 October, 2016 10:00 pm
Caitlin and Gary must join forces to work out what's upsetting their troubled daughter. Molly feels vulnerable when she has a brush with a burglar, but will it be enough to bring her and Liz together again? And Scarlett's scam brings a twinkle to Pete's eye in more ways than one.
2016x39 Oct 11, 2016
11 October, 2016 10:00 pm
Beset by nightmares of digging up a body, Amber wants to distance herself from her family. She finds herself seeking solace in an old friend, who may prove problematic. Bob bears the brunt of Jimmy's absence, and turns to dating to forget. Seeing Molly struggle with her arthritis, Alasdair provides an unexpected remedy.
2016x40 Oct 18, 2016
18 October, 2016 10:00 pm
Scarlett reverts back to her dodgy dealings in an attempt to fix a problem Jimmy has brought to her door. Annie is at sixes and sevens when her sister, Lorna, arrives in Shieldinch. She hasn't told Lorna that she's left AJ, let alone got together with Alex. Cassie comes to Angus's rescue when Bob cancels their bi-annual Bogus Bromance Day.
2016x41 Oct 25, 2016
25 October, 2016 10:00 pm
Bob is shocked when Patrick tells him that Anderson won't stand trial now, as no-one will corroborate Patrick's abuse charge against him. When he learns that Patrick is going to let the case drop, Bob takes matters into his own hands. Caitlin is furious to find that Drew has been skipping school. But when Pete reveals what Drew's been doing instead, she is incandescent. Amber sees a lot more of DI Donald and neglects Belinda - a dangerous thing to do.
2016x42 Nov 1, 2016
01 November, 2016 10:00 pm
Cassie is overexcited. It's her birthday and she's seeing her favourite band at the Pop-Up. But when Angus changes the booking, he feels her fury. Bob and Patrick try to contain the fallout from the assault on Anderson, but Patrick's abuser strikes back. Alex is challenged when Lorna is unimpressed by his efforts to win her over.
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2016x43 Nov 8, 2016
08 November, 2016 10:00 pm
Scarlett's money worries continue as she struggles to cope. A prison incident involving Jimmy forces her to make tough choices around her marriage and how to protect her family from harm. Alex's suspicions about Belinda grow, prompting him to present Amber with a plan to get rid of her. Cassie has life-changing news for Angus, but doesn't know how to tell him.
2016x44 Nov 15, 2016
15 November, 2016 10:00 pm
Belinda takes her revenge on Alex, in an attempt to jeopardise his relationship with Annie. Pete feels the pressure as he tries to make his family and business associates happy - all at the same time. Gary and Robbie look to reignite the spark in their relationship, but the arrival of an unexpected guest puts a damper on it.
2016x45 Nov 22, 2016
22 November, 2016 10:00 pm
Pete is stretched as he tries to satisfy the stringent demands Scarlett and Caitlin are making on him. He's desperate to make them happy, but can he keep up the pace? Cassie is in denial about being pregnant, but Angus's enthusiasm about becoming a dad leaves her with a difficult decision. Lorna is shaken when daughter Frankie rocks up in Shieldinch hiding a shameful secret about her behaviour at school.
2016x46 Nov 29, 2016
29 November, 2016 10:00 pm
Cassie is determined to have a termination. Desperate for her to reconsider, Angus gives her an ultimatum, which severely tests her resolve. Lorna despairs that she won't be able to handle Frankie, until help comes from an unexpected source. Lenny is furious to discover someone close to him has grassed, and sets his sights on finding out who it is.
2016x47 Dec 6, 2016
06 December, 2016 10:00 pm
Lenny is thrown that Amber has now joined Annie and Alex as a potential grass. Bringing Belinda onside, he sets a trap to catch the snitch. Suzie decides to get back in the dating game, and finally reveals all to Robbie about her break-up. Bob's first MatchSwipe date does not go as planned, but he refuses to give up on his search for love.
2016x48 Dec 13, 2016
13 December, 2016 10:00 pm
Patrick is shaken to receive a letter from Anderson denying any wrongdoing. He bins it. Believing Amber is interested in Patrick, Belinda retrieves it and uses it - to devastating effect. Desperate to get Amber back home, Lenny decides to blackmail Belinda. Angus tries to convince Cassie they should go to the States, but she's not listening.
2016x49 Dec 20, 2016
20 December, 2016 10:00 pm
It's Christmas Day in Shieldinch. Lenny has very special festive surprises for his family, which have shocking ramifications. Realising that Caitlin and Scarlett are struggling with Christmas dinner, an impulsive Pete sets his sights on saving the day. Lorna is perplexed, but pleased, when Andy arrives to celebrate Christmas, but an even more startling surprise is to come.
2016x50 Dec 27, 2016
27 December, 2016 10:00 pm
The Murdoch family keep vigil as Lenny battles for his life. DI Donald begins his investigation, only to be taken aback by what he discovers. Despite news of Lenny's shooting rocking Shieldinch, Pete can only talk about his Hogmanay show. AJ is worried for him. Drew is desperate for some time alone with Jules. When Alasdair invites them to his Hogmanay party, Drew sees an opportunity.
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