Ep 1. Gently Go Man
- TV-NR
- April 8, 2007
- 89 min
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7.9 (664)
The show George Gently follows the adventures of Inspector George Gently as he solves crimes in 1960s Northumberland. In season 1 episode 1, "Gently Go Man," we are introduced to Gently as he travels to Northumberland to investigate the death of a young girl named Julie Ann Collins.
The episode begins with Gently arriving in Northumberland and being introduced to his new partner, Detective Sergeant John Bacchus. Bacchus is young, inexperienced, and not particularly well-versed in police protocol, but Gently sees something in him and decides to take him under his wing.
The investigation into Julie Ann's death takes Gently and Bacchus to a remote coastal town, where they find that the locals are tight-lipped and suspicious of outsiders. Gently's old-fashioned methods clash with Bacchus's desire to use the latest police techniques, but they manage to find a lead when they interview a local fisherman who may have seen something suspicious on the night Julie Ann disappeared.
As Gently and Bacchus dig deeper, they uncover a web of secrets and lies that lead them to suspect that there may be more to Julie Ann's death than a simple drowning. They begin to suspect foul play, and tensions rise as they uncover evidence that the local police may have been involved in a cover-up.
As the investigation unfolds, Gently and Bacchus find themselves in danger as they get closer to the truth. They face threats from local thugs and find themselves at odds with the corrupt police force. In the end, they manage to solve the case and bring justice to Julie Ann's family, but not without paying a heavy price.
"Gently Go Man" sets the stage for the rest of the season, introducing us to the dynamic between Gently and Bacchus and the challenges they will face as they navigate the shifting social and political landscape of 1960s England. The episode is a gripping mystery that will keep you on the edge of your seat, with strong performances from the cast and beautiful cinematography that captures the stark beauty of Northumberland's rugged coastline.
