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Duration
65 minutes
Series Info
Season 5 Episode 2 of 7

Quick Summary

Accounts of attacks in a secluded region of Ukraine prompt the intrepid angler Jeremy Wade to embark on a quest for a shy lake monster. His pursuit eventually leads him to the infamous Chernobyl disaster area, where the mystery deepens.

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is a programme presented as an episode‑length feature. It falls within the broader category of television programmes and is classified under the genre “episode.” The title hints at a focus on high‑stakes pursuits, and the format suggests a self‑contained narrative rather than an ongoing series. The story centres on a series of attacks that have taken place in a remote region of Ukraine. These incidents draw the attention of Jeremy Wade, an extreme angler known for tackling challenging aquatic quests. Wade is propelled into a chase for an elusive lake monster that is believed to be linked to the recent assaults. His investigation does not stay confined to the water’s edge; it also leads him to the infamous Chernobyl disaster site, adding a stark, historically charged backdrop to his pursuit. The programme weaves together the tension of the Ukrainian attacks with Wade’s determination to locate the mysterious creature. By moving from the isolated lakeside to the desolate, radiation‑scarred landscape of Chernobyl, the narrative juxtaposes natural mystery with human‑made catastrophe. This contrast underlines the lengths Wade is willing to go in order to uncover the truth behind the monster’s existence. Overall, offers a compact yet intense journey, following an experienced fisherman as he navigates both a remote Ukrainian setting and the haunting remnants of Chernobyl, all in the name of solving a puzzling, possibly supernatural, threat.

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River Monsters broadcasts on Virgin Media Two at 1:55pm, Tuesday, 10 February 2026. (repeat)

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Production Details

Runtime65 mins