The Chief (1990)

Season 1

The Chief is a British crime drama transmitted on ITV from 20 April 1990 to 16 June 1995. Produced by Anglia Television, it centred on the politics at the top of a typical English police force in its continual battle to solve the problems the times, in this case the fictional Eastland of East Anglia.

Where to Watch Season 1

6 Episodes

Crash Course
E1
Crash CourseNewly 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.
Daydreamer
E2
DaydreamerAs 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 presents just one...
Call Sign Bravo
E3
Call Sign BravoStafford 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.
The Great Escape
E4
The Great EscapeStafford must find a solution to the vigilante groups that are emerging in response to a new social menace – crack cocaine.
Ring O' Ring O' Roses
E5
Ring O' Ring O' RosesA drugs raid goes wrong, and militant university students challenge Stafford's authority.
For Whom the Bell Tolls
E6
For Whom the Bell TollsStafford's conflict with the Home Office reaches crisis point – and threatens to end his career.