Single-Handed

Single-Handed

Single-Handed is an Irish television drama series, first broadcast on RTÉ Television in 2007. Set and filmed in the west of Ireland, it focuses on the life of a member of the Garda Síochána, Sergeant Jack Driscoll. Three two-episode, single-story series aired one each on consecutive nights in 2007, 2008 and 2009. Series Four, consisting of three stories told over six episodes, began in RTÉ One November 2010. The series is partially inspired by garda corruption in County Donegal.

CrimeDrama

Seasons

Natural Justice (1)

1. Natural Justice (1)

Air Date: 2007-01-01

Sergeant Jack Driscoll investigates the death of an immigrant, raising old secrets and putting his father's powerful friends under scrutiny.

Natural Justice (2)

2. Natural Justice (2)

Air Date: 2007-01-02

Sergeant Jack Driscoll investigates the death of an immigrant, raising old secrets and putting his father's powerful friends under scrutiny.

The Stolen Child (1)

1. The Stolen Child (1)

Air Date: 2008-01-01

Jack's investigation of a toddler's disappearance impacts on his romance with Maggie. Are Gerry's past misdemeanours catching up with him?

The Stolen Child (2)

2. The Stolen Child (2)

Air Date: 2008-01-02

Jack's investigation of a toddler's disappearance impacts on his romance with Maggie. Are Gerry's past misdemeanours catching up with him?

The Drowning Man (1)

1. The Drowning Man (1)

Air Date: 2009-04-12

When Jack's old flame and colleague Maura Dooley arrives on the scene, Jack realises that his counterparts in Dublin are part of the bigger picture.

The Drowning Man (2)

2. The Drowning Man (2)

Air Date: 2009-04-13

When Jack's old flame and colleague Maura Dooley arrives on the scene, Jack realises that his counterparts in Dublin are part of the bigger picture.

The Lost Boys (1)

1. The Lost Boys (1)

Air Date: 2010-11-07

A visit from Jack's English cousin Brian leads to the unearthing of a devastating family secret, and the Garda sergeant must also deal with a troubled teenager who is the chief suspect in the murder of an elderly recluse

2. The Lost Boys (2)

Air Date: 2010-11-14

A visit from Jack's English cousin Brian leads to the unearthing of a devastating family secret, and the Garda sergeant must also deal with a troubled teenager who is the chief suspect in the murder of an elderly recluse

Between Two Fires (1)

3. Between Two Fires (1)

Air Date: 2010-11-21

Jack investigates a suspicious fire at a troubled housing development, but his loyalties are tested by the suspicion that an old friend may have been responsible. Meanwhile, Gemma falls out with Brian over his plan to stake a claim to Eithne's land.

4. Between Two Fires (2)

Air Date: 2010-11-28

Jack investigates a suspicious fire at a troubled housing development, but his loyalties are tested by the suspicion that an old friend may have been responsible. Meanwhile, Gemma falls out with Brian over his plan to stake a claim to Eithne's land.

A Cold Heaven (1)

5. A Cold Heaven (1)

Air Date: 2010-12-05

Jack investigates a car accident involving a local teenager, and suspects the girl of being in an abusive relationship. However, he is unable to focus on the case due to tensions back at home, where he continues to be the subject of Brian's simmering hatred.

6. A Cold Heaven (2)

Air Date: 2010-12-12

Jack investigates a car accident involving a local teenager, and suspects the girl of being in an abusive relationship. However, he is unable to focus on the case due to tensions back at home, where he continues to be the subject of Brian's simmering hatred.

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Rating

6.7/10

Release Date

2007-01-01

Episodes

12 (4 seasons)

Status

Ended

Cast

Videos

Production Companies

Element Films

RTÉ

RTÉ