Category: River City - INFORMING BRITAIN by @AndyGibsonTV

RIVER CITY: MONDAY 03 NOVEMBER 2025 - INFORMING BRITAIN ON SERIAL DRAMAS

3/11/2025

River City
Monday 03 November 2025
BBC Scotland / BBC Scotland HD / BBC iPlayer
22:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Written by Rob Butler
Directed by Sally Reid
Series Producer: Jane Baxter
Series Producer: Kevin McComiskie
Executive Producer: Martin McCardie
Executive Producer: Gavin Smith
Senior Executive Producer: Kate Oates

Unable to shake his concern for Jonathon, Mikey receives advice that stuns Gillian.

An anxious Amber struggles to cope with taking care of Teddy alone.

Alex approaches Harry with a proposal.

Drew jumps on a business opportunity.

Mikey's worry for Jonathon sparks advice that leaves Gillian reeling.

Amber battles anxiety caring for Teddy solo.

Alex pitches a bold proposal to Harry.

Drew seizes a lucrative business chance.

RIVER CITY: MONDAY 27 OCTOBER 2025 - INFORMING BRITAIN ON SERIAL DRAMAS

27/10/2025

River City
Monday 27 October 2025
BBC Scotland / BBC Scotland HD / BBC iPlayer
22:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Written by Kim Millar
Directed by Sally Reid
Series Producer: Jane Baxter
Series Producer: Kevin McComiskie
Executive Producer: Martin McCardie
Executive Producer: Gavin Smith
Senior Executive Producer: Kate Oates

As Sam and Chris face a deepening crisis, a worried Bob steps in to support his friends.

A cunning Viv lays a trap for an unsuspecting Emma.

Meanwhile, Roisin's nerves fray under the weight of shocking news.

Elsewhere, a guilt-ridden Caitlin faces a tense confrontation with Drew.

RIVER CITY: MONDAY 20 OCTOBER 2025 - INFORMING BRITAIN ON SERIAL DRAMAS

20/10/2025

River City
Monday 20 October 2025
BBC Scotland / BBC Scotland HD / BBC iPlayer
22:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Written by Marc Pye
Directed by Ryan Graham
Series Producer: Jane Baxter
Series Producer: Kevin McComiskie
Executive Producer: Martin McCardie
Executive Producer: Gavin Smith
Senior Executive Producer: Kate Oates

When an unanticipated visit from Mack throws Lenny’s carefully planned schedule into chaos, he is forced to juggle a critical meeting, while Maggie, spotting Drew's low spirits, takes decisive action to lift his mood with a hands-on approach.

Meanwhile, Chris ramps up his efforts with heartfelt gestures to rekindle his romance with Kelly-Marie.

Elsewhere, Roisin faces the challenge of keeping her composure under pressure during a lively appearance on Mikey’s engaging podcast.

RIVER CITY: MONDAY 13 OCTOBER 2025 - RIVER CITY SPOILERS AT INFORMING BRITAIN

13/10/2025

River City
Monday 13 October 2025
BBC Scotland / BBC Scotland HD / BBC iPlayer
22:00

Encore Presentation:
River City
Tuesday 14 October 2025
BBC One Scotland / BBC One Scotland HD / BBC iPlayer
19:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Written by Hanna Tatschl
Directed by Ryan Graham
Series Producer: Jane Baxter
Series Producer: Kevin McComiskie
Executive Producer: Martin McCardie
Executive Producer: Gavin Smith
Senior Executive Producer: Kate Oates

Amber's desperate bid to escape her Baby Shower goes disastrously wrong.

Meanwhile, Gillian grapples with overwhelming guilt following Jonathon’s death.

Elsewhere, Kelly-Marie's patience wears thin as Chris persists in his efforts to rekindle their romance.

RIVER CITY: MONDAY 14 FEBRUARY 2022

14/2/2022

River City
Monday 14 February 2022
BBC Scotland
22:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Written by Anita Vettesse
Directed by Davie McKay
Series Producer: Stuart Davids
Executive Producer: Martin McCardie
Executive Producer: Gavin Smith
Senior Executive Producer: Kate Oates

This week in Shieldinch.

St. Valentine's Day makes hearts flutter in Montego Street.

Scarlett and Andrew find a love connection.

Bob is gutted when Roisin goes on a date with Sonny.

Ash and Caitlin relive their past.

While Rebecca and Angus are at romantic odds, Bernie tries to uncover the identity of her secret admirer.

Andrew and Scarlett reconnect over a romantic lunch at The Two Jailbirds. As Andrew reveals how lonely he was after Duncan banished Scarlett, she admits she often wonders what their life could have been like. Trying to make up for lost time, Andrew asks to meet Stevie - but a protective Scarlett is reluctant.

However, as the couple reconnect, romance is ruined when Andrew offers Scarlett money. Affronted, Scarlett storms off.

Elsewhere, Bob is broken hearted when Roisin reveals she is going on a St. Valentine's Day date with Sonny. However, when the date ends disastrously, Bob attempts to make a love connection with Roisin.

Not feeling the love for Valentine’s Day, Caitlin admits to Ash it is a date she’d rather forget. Ash tries to make it a happy day for his ex as they enjoy a fun and laughter-filled lunch date. As they reminisce about their past, the former flames grow close.

Hopeless romantic Angus is crushed when Rebecca reveals she loathes St. Valentine's Day. When Bob reveals how much Angus loves this day, Rebecca feels guilty and tries to make amends.

After receiving an anonymous St. Valentine's Day card, Bernie tries to uncover the identity of her secret admirer. Mikey is crushed when his love life falters, leaving Gillian to pick up the pieces.

CAST

Sally Howitt as Scarlett O'Hara
Jamie Marie Leary as Rebecca Fleming
Greg Powrie as Andrew Campbell-Baxter
Joyce Falconer as Roisin McIntyre
Juliet Cadzow as Suzie Fraser
Stephen Purdon as Bob O'Hara
Darren Brownlie as Michael Duffy
Lesley Hart as Sgt. Louise "Lou" Caplan
Barbara Rafferty as Bernie O'Hara
Gayle Telfer Stevens as Caitlin McLean
Gail Watson as Dr. Gillian Gibson
Jimmy Chisholm as Sonny Caplan
Laurie Ventry as Father Mick Mulvaney
Iain Robertson as Stevie O'Hara
Kathryn Howden as Maggie McLean
Brian James Leys as Ash King
Scott Fletcher as Angus Lindsay

RIVER CITY: MONDAY 07 FEBRUARY 2022

7/2/2022

River City
Monday 07 February 2022
BBC Scotland
22:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Executive Producer: Martin McCardie
Executive Producer: Gavin Smith
Senior Executive Producer: Kate Oates

This week in Shieldinch.

An anxious Scarlett awaits news from Andrew following her bombshell revelations.

Caitlin starts prepping for pregnancy, leaving Ellie feeling left out.

While Bob seeks relationship advice from Rebecca, Lenny's growing paranoia takes its toll on Karen.

After revealing all to a stunned Andrew, Scarlett fears the worst. But when a glum Andrew arrives, Scarlett vows to be honest, despite her growing anxiety.

Andrew is stunned when Scarlett reveals Duncan's deceit and the lengths he went to buy The O'Hara Family's silence. As Scarlett talks, Andrew struggles to come to terms with the reality of who his father is and what he put Scarlett through. Together they realise the extent of Duncan’s manipulation and decide to confront him together.

Meanwhile, Bernie is entrusted with the task of keeping Stevie away from his mother - at all costs.

Caitlin excitedly tells Ellie that she has set the wheels in motion for their surrogacy plans. As she makes pregnancy plans, Ellie feels left out. Ash senses something is wrong, and Ellie confesses that Caitlin's enthusiasm is too much. When Ash recalls that Caitlin suffered from post-natal depression after the birth of Ruby, Ellie is worried that history might repeat itself, and makes a bold decision.

When Bob seeks advice from Rebecca about his feelings for Roisin, she suggests that he asks her out for a friendly drink. But Roisin is less than impressed with Bob's banter.

As Lenny's proof-of-life hunt for Lydia grows, Karen’s anxiety increases. Feeling under pressure, Karen considers confessing all to an oblivious Alex.

CAST

Sally Howitt as Scarlett O'Hara
Greg Powrie as Andrew Campbell-Baxter
Frank Gallagher as Lenny Murdoch
Gayle Telfer Stevens as Caitlin McLean
Leah MacRae as Ellie McLean
Barbara Rafferty as Bernie O'Hara
Stephen Purdon as Bob O'Hara
Jamie Marie Leary as Rebecca Fleming
Brian James Leys as Ash King
Claire Dargo as Karen Connelly
John Bett as Duncan Campbell-Baxter
Zindzi Hudson as Ruby McLean
Iain Robertson as Stevie O'Hara

RIVER CITY: MONDAY 31 JANUARY 2022

31/1/2022

River City
Monday 31 January 2022
BBC Scotland
22:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Writer: Rob Fraser
Director: Robin Haig
Series Producer: Kevin McComiskie
Executive Producer: Martin McCardie
Executive Producer: Gavin Smith
Senior Executive Producer: Kate Oates

This week in Shieldinch.

Scarlett and Bernie fight back against Duncan by seeking legal advice from an old friend.

Amber struggles to entertain Lenny's pursuit of Lydia.

While Tyler tries to shield Nicole from an increasingly volatile Darren, a health kick is just what the doctor ordered for Gillian and Mikey.

With the threat posed by Duncan looming large, Bernie and Scarlett hatch a plan. Realising their only option is to stand up to him, the sisters seek legal advice - from Duncan's son and Scarlett's first love, Andrew.

Andrew's arrival in Shieldinch proves nerve-wracking for Scarlett, but the pair reminisce briefly about their past. But Scarlett's lie - that she is seeking legal advice for a friend - is soon exposed by Andrew, forcing her to admit the (paternity) truth.

Elsewhere, Lenny attempts to bring a reluctant Amber on side in his hunt for Lydia. Struggling to comprehend that her mother may have faked her own death, Amber fears it is too painful to uncover the truth. However, when Mulvaney is the bearer of bad news, Lenny and Amber must emotionally unite.

Darren shows his true colours to Nicole when he cruelly belittles her. Knowing all too well how vicious his brother can be, Tyler urges Nicole to be careful.

Later, Darren chides Karen for her lack of progress with spying on Lenny, demanding she improves her efforts. Fuelled by anger, Darren tells Tyler he has taken matters into his own hands to break Lenny once and for all.

Gillian and Mikey are on a health kick in preparation for a holiday together. However it doesn’t take long before Mikey's resolve wobbles.

CAST

Barbara Rafferty as Bernie O'Hara
John Bett as Duncan Campbell-Baxter
Frank Gallagher as Lenny Murdoch
Sammy Hayman as Darren Foulkes
Holly Jack as Nicole Brodie
Jenny Hulse as Amber Murdoch
Cameron Fulton as Tyler Foulkes
Sally Howitt as Scarlett O'Hara
Gail Watson as Dr. Gillian Gibson
Juliet Cadzow as Suzie Fraser
Greg Powrie as Andrew Campbell-Baxter
Darren Brownlie as Michael Duffy
Laurie Ventry as Father Mick Mulvaney
Claire Dargo as Karen Connolly

RIVER CITY: MONDAY 24 JANUARY 2022

23/1/2022

River City
Monday 24 January 2022
BBC Scotland
22:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Writer: Sergio Casci
Director: Ade Bean
Series Producer: Joseph McLean
Executive Producer: Martin McCardie
Executive Producer: Gavin Smith
Senior Executive Producer: Kate Oates

This week in Shieldinch...

Bob investigates the mystery of the previous night's drunken antics to uncover the identity of his one-night stand.

Elsewhere, Bernie faces the consequences of her threat towards Duncan.

Meanwhile, Ellie's optimism for surrogacy wavers.

Elsewhere, Lenny edges closer to finding Lydia.

CAST

Scott Fletcher as Angus Lindsay
Lesley Hart as Sgt. Louise "Lou" Caplan
Sally Howitt as Scarlett O'Hara
Kathryn Howden as Maggie McLean
Leah MacRae as Ellie McLean
Frank Gallagher as Lenny Murdoch
Juliet Cadzow as Suzie Fraser
Stephen Purdon as Bob O'Hara
Jimmy Chisholm as Sonny Caplan
Barbara Rafferty as Bernie O'Hara
Jenny Hulse as Amber Murdoch
Gayle Telfer Stevens as Caitlin McLean
Parmy Singh as Barry Khatri
Zindzi Hudson as Ruby McLean
John Bett as Duncan Campbell-Baxter
Gail Watson as Dr. Gillian Gibson
Joyce Falconer as Roisin McIntytre
Brian James Leys as Ash King

RIVER CITY: MONDAY 17 JANUARY 2022

17/1/2022

River City
Monday 17 January 2022
BBC Scotland
22:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Writer: Johnny McKnight
Director: Ade Bean
Series Producer: Joseph McLean
Executive Producer: Martin McCardie
Executive Producer: Gavin Smith
Senior Executive Producer: Kate Oates

River City is a BBC Studios production for BBC Scotland / BBC One

Introducing: Gail Watson as Dr. Gillian Gibson
Introducing: Darren Brownlie as Michael Duffy

This week in Shieldinch...

Maggie responds to the devastating news of Pete's death by preparing a community tribute - against Caitlin's wishes.

Scarlett confides in Bernie about Duncan's devious deeds.

While Ellie worries Caitlin has changed her mind about being a surrogate, a new doctor arrives in Montego Street.

Stunned by news of Pete's sudden death, Maggie is shocked at Caitlin's reaction. Determined to mark Pete's passing, Maggie decides to organise a community memorial. But Caitlin's grief is overshadowed by her anger towards her ex-husband.

Maggie tries to make Caitlin embrace her grief and recognise the good times they had together. In a painful confession, Maggie admits she is scared Caitlin will refuse to mourn her, just as she is rejecting Pete. A pained Caitlin relents, but still stubbornly refuses to be involved.

As the community gather to pay their respects, some much-needed light relief comes when Sam and Stevie misunderstand Maggie's 'hero' theme for the memorial.

With the locals fondly remembering their friend, a heartbroken AJ struggles to read the eulogy for his best friend, so Sam steps in, capturing the essence of how loved Pete was by all. As Caitlin watches on, she decides to bid her own emotional farewell to the love of her life, Pete Galloway.

Elsewhere, Scarlett accidentally lets it slip about Duncan's attempt to buy her silence to a rather shocked Bernie. Enraged, Bernie confronts Duncan who, in turn, escalates his threats towards Scarlett: if anyone finds out the truth about Stevie's paternity, there will be serious consequences. Fearing the worst, Ellie grows convinced that a grief-stricken Caitlin has changed her mind about being a surrogate.

Meanwhile, new doctor Gillian Gibson arrives with her assistant Mikey Duffy. The larger-than-life pair make quite an impact but misinterpret Sonny's talk about a community party - little realising it’s actually a memorial.

This episode is a special tribute to British actor Andy Gray who died in 2021 and played the character of Pete Galloway in River City from 2016.

It was announced in early August 2018 that Andy Gray would not be returning to post-summer filming of BBC's River City after discovering - whilst in rehearsals for his Edinburgh Fringe show - that he was diagnosed with Myelodysplastic Syndromes.

After a bone marrow transplant from one of his sisters and successful recovery from cancer in 2019, he contracted CoronaVirus during the COVID-19 Pandemic in December 2020.

Andy Gray died in a medical facility's Intensive Care Unit on Monday 18 January 2021, following complications caused by COVID-19 at the age of 61.

Andy Gray
13 September 1959 – 18 January 2021

CAST

Leah MacRae as Ellie McLean
Sanjeev Kohli as Amandeep "AJ" Jandhu
Gayle Telfer Stevens as Caitlin McLean
Sally Howitt as Scarlett O'Hara
Jamie Marie Leary as Rebecca Fleming
Frank Gallagher as Lenny Murdoch
Kathryn Howden as Maggie McLean
Joyce Falconer as Roisin McIntyre
Gail Watson as Dr. Gillian Gibson
Barbara Rafferty as Bernie O'Hara
Jimmy Chisholm as Sonny Caplan
Stephen Purdon as Bob O'Hara
Juliet Cadzow as Suzie Fraser
Brian James Leys as Ash King
Grant Stott as Sam Spiller
John Bett as Duncan Campbell-Baxter
Scott Fletcher as Angus Lindsay
Darren Brownlie as Michael Duffy
Zindzi Hudson as Ruby McLean
Jordan Young as Alex Murdoch
Iain Robertson as Stevie O'Hara

RIVER CITY: MONDAY 10 JANUARY 2022

10/1/2022

River City
Monday 10 January 2022
BBC Scotland
22:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Writer: Colin Steven
Director: Meg Campbell
Series Producer: Deb Charles
Executive Producer: Martin McCardie
Executive Producer: Gavin Smith
Senior Executive Producer: Kate Oates

River City is a BBC Studios production for BBC Scotland / BBC One

This week in Shieldinch...

Bob struggles to come to terms with Kim's decision to leave.

Caitlin makes a life-changing offer to Ellie.

While Scarlett is stunned by Duncan Campbell-Baxter's attempt to buy her silence, Amber and Lenny receive unexpected news.

Despite Bob's assurances that he can protect Kim from her violent ex-lover, she remains determined to leave town. Realising he will lose her and his son, Kenzie, Bob's fears turn to anger and he toys with the idea of a custody battle to make her see sense. Angus urges caution, so Bob resorts to desperate measures to make her stay.

As hope begins to fade, Bob realises Kim needs freedom and a safe future, and sets the wheels in motion to make it happen.

Elsewhere, Caitlin tries to be upbeat to make Ellie feel better. She tries to make her sister consider the options of fostering or adoption and comes up with the perfect plan: she will be a surrogate for her sister. Ellie is thrilled but their happiness proves short-lived when AJ brings bad news.

CAST

Scarlett is stunned when Duncan attempts to buy her silence and keep quiet that his son could be Stevie's real father. Looking down on her, Duncan makes it clear Stevie was a mistake and will remain a secret, no matter the cost.

Amber and Lenny are torn when Mulvaney reveals the latest news from the private investigation. While Lenny sees it as hope they are edging closer to the truth, Amber is emotionally torn.

Bob struggles to come to terms with Kim’s decision to leave Sheildinch and what he will have to let go of if she does.

Scarlett confronts her demons when she meets up with Duncan Campbell-Baxter.

Caitlin makes a decision for Ellie.

Amber and Lenny receive some unexpected news about Lydia.

CAST

Frances Thorburn as Kim O'Hara
Joyce Falconer as Roisin McIntyre
Scott Fletcher as Angus Lindsay
Jimmy Chisholm as Sonny Caplan
Gayle Telfer Stevens as Caitlin McLean
Lesley Hart as Sgt. Louise "Lou" Caplan
Brian James Leys as Ash King
Sally Howitt as Scarlett O'Hara
Laurie Ventry as Father Mick Mulvaney
Iain Robertson as Stevie O'Hara
Sanjeev Kohli as Amandeep "AJ" Jandhu
Frank Gallagher as Lenny Murdoch
John Bett as Duncan Campbell-Baxter
Barbara Rafferty as Bernie O'Hara
Stephen Purdon as Bob O'Hara
Jenny Hulse as Amber Murdoch
Leah MacRae as Ellie McLean