Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: ITV1
Type: Miniseries
Rating: 5.0/10
The Fear
Overview
The Fear is a five-part television drama produced by Thames Television subsidiary Euston Films for ITV. Broadcast from 17 February to 16 March 1988, the serial follows Carl Galton, the enterprising leader of a criminal gang running a protection racket in North London. Young and ambitious, Galton represents a new breed of criminal who seeks to expand his underworld empire and takes on the old East End firms. 1980s materialism clashes with old school London villainy as Galton rises to power, yet his ruthlessness carries a personal cost, especially on his wife Linda and best friend Marty.
This production, originally released in 1988, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Miniseries series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Crime, Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 5.0 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Crime and Drama.
- • Produced in United Kingdom.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Iain Glen
Carl Galton
Susannah Harker
Linda Galton
Jesse Birdsall
Marty
Anthony Valentine
Tony Slater
Jerome Flynn
Freddie
Denis Lill
George Klein
Sam Smart
Jo Jo
Stephen Persaud
Russell
Seasons
Miniseries
5 Episodes • Aired 1988-02-17
Carl Galton, the enterprising leader of a criminal gang runs a protection racket in North London. Young and ambitious, Galton represents a new breed of criminal who seeks to expand his underworld empire and takes on the old East End firms. 1980s materialism clashes with old school London villainy as Galton rises to power, yet his ruthlessness carries a personal cost, especially on his wife Linda and best friend Marty.
