First Aired: September 24th, 2002
Status: Continuing
Network: BBC One
Summary: 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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Season 2016
Episode 1: Jan 5, 2016
Air Date: January 5th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 2: Jan 12, 2016
Air Date: January 12nd, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 3: Jan 19, 2016
Air Date: January 19th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 4: Jan 26, 2016
Air Date: January 26th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 5: Feb 2, 2016
Air Date: February 2nd, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 6: Feb 9, 2015
Air Date: February 9th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 7: Feb 16, 2016
Air Date: February 16th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 8: Feb 23, 2016
Air Date: February 23rd, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 9: Mar 1, 2016
Air Date: March 1st, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 10: Mar 8, 2016
Air Date: March 8th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 11: Mar 15, 2016
Air Date: March 15th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 12: Mar 22, 2016
Air Date: March 22nd, 2016
Summary: 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?
Episode 13: Mar 29, 2016
Air Date: March 29th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 14: Apr 5, 2016
Air Date: April 5th, 2016
Summary: 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?
Episode 15: Apr 12, 2016
Air Date: April 12nd, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 16: Apr 19, 2016
Air Date: April 19th, 2016
Summary: 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?
Episode 17: Apr 26, 2016
Air Date: April 26th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 18: May 3, 2016
Air Date: May 3rd, 2016
Summary: 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?
Episode 19: May 10, 2016
Air Date: May 10th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 20: May 17, 2016
Air Date: May 17th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 21: May 24, 2016
Air Date: May 24th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 22: May 31, 2016
Air Date: May 31st, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 23: Jun 7, 2016
Air Date: June 7th, 2016
Summary: 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!
Episode 25: Jun 22, 2016
Air Date: June 22nd, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 26: Jun 28, 2016
Air Date: June 28th, 2016
Summary: 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?
Episode 27: Jul 5, 2016
Air Date: July 5th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 28: Jul 12, 2016
Air Date: July 12nd, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 29: Jul 19, 2016
Air Date: July 19th, 2016
Summary: 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?
Episode 30: Jul 26, 2016
Air Date: July 26th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 31: Aug 2, 2016
Air Date: August 2nd, 2016
Summary: 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?
Episode 32: Aug 23, 2016
Air Date: August 23rd, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 33: Aug 30, 2016
Air Date: August 30th, 2016
Summary: 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?
Episode 34: Sep 6, 2016
Air Date: September 6th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 35: Sep 13, 2016
Air Date: September 13rd, 2016
Summary: 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?
Episode 36: Sep 20, 2016
Air Date: September 20th, 2016
Summary: 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?
Episode 37: Sep 27, 2016
Air Date: September 27th, 2016
Summary: 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?
Episode 38: Oct 4, 2016
Air Date: October 4th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 39: Oct 11, 2016
Air Date: October 11st, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 40: Oct 18, 2016
Air Date: October 18th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 41: Oct 25, 2016
Air Date: October 25th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 42: Nov 1, 2016
Air Date: November 1st, 2016
Summary: 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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Episode 43: Nov 8, 2016
Air Date: November 8th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 44: Nov 15, 2016
Air Date: November 15th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 45: Nov 22, 2016
Air Date: November 22nd, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 46: Nov 29, 2016
Air Date: November 29th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 47: Dec 6, 2016
Air Date: December 6th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 48: Dec 13, 2016
Air Date: December 13rd, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 49: Dec 20, 2016
Air Date: December 20th, 2016
Summary: 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.
Episode 50: Dec 27, 2016
Air Date: December 27th, 2016
Summary: 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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