Episode guide
The Chief: Season 1
6 episodes · first aired Apr 20, 1990
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- 1 Crash Course Apr 20, 1990 · 50m Newly appointed Eastland Police Chief Constable John Stafford is asked to provide police support to a prison where warders have gone on strike in protest at staff shortages.
- 2 Daydreamer Apr 27, 1990 · 50m As the new Chief Constable, Stafford faces opposition from all sides, and numerous challenges to his authority. The accusation of being soft over the weeding of Special Branch files…
- 3 Call Sign Bravo May 4, 1990 · 50m Stafford creates fruther controversy when he intercepts Special Branch papers en route to MI5. Anne, meanwhile, is determined to clear her husband's name following their son's drug bust.
- 4 The Great Escape May 11, 1990 · 50m Stafford must find a solution to the vigilante groups that are emerging in response to a new social menace – crack cocaine.
- 5 Ring O' Ring O' Roses May 18, 1990 · 50m A drugs raid goes wrong, and militant university students challenge Stafford's authority.
- 6 For Whom the Bell Tolls May 25, 1990 · 50m Stafford's conflict with the Home Office reaches crisis point – and threatens to end his career.