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The Investigator: A British Crime StoryThe Investigator: A British Crime Story
ITV, 2016 Cancelled/Ended | Drama, Crime, Documentary
2.5


Mark Williams-Thomas returns to ITV for an explosive and ground-breaking new investigative series that shows how real life crime can be far more compelling than fiction. The murder of Carole Packman, whose body has never been found, continues to affect the lives of many of those involved and as Williams-Thomas discovers, the shocking tale of murder, fraud, deceit and lies has left family members desperate for answers. In a UK television first, The Investigator: A British Crime Story, will follow the case over four explosive episodes, combining stylized drama with compelling documentary.


The British Airways KillerThe British Airways Killer
ITV, 2024 Cancelled/Ended | Crime, Documentary



This new two-part documentary explores the death of Joanna Simpson, a wealthy heiress who was killed by her husband, a British Airways pilot.


TaggartTaggart
ITV, 1983 Cancelled/Ended | Drama, Crime, Mystery
4.0


A drama about a police squad in Glascow.


Case SensitiveCase Sensitive
ITV, 2011 Cancelled/Ended | Drama, Crime, Thriller
3.3


Case Sensitive, known during production as Point of Rescue, is based on the psychological novel by Sophie Hannah. It tells the two-part murder investigation of DS Charlie Zailer and her DC Simon Waterhouse.


Cold Case ForensicsCold Case Forensics
ITV, 2023 On Hiatus | Documentary
3.0


Three-part crime documentary series Cold Case Forensics unlocks the secrets that finally solved some of Britain's most controversial murder cases.


Killer in My VillageKiller in My Village
Sky 1, 2020 Running | Crime, Documentary
3.0


Documentary series shedding light on shocking crimes that have taken place in small towns and villages across Britain, from execution murders by complete strangers to crimes of passion.


The Fear (UK)The Fear (UK)
Channel 4, 2012 Cancelled/Ended | Drama, Crime, Thriller, Mini-Series



Former gang boss turned respected businessman, Richie Beckett pledge money to help rebuild a pier. But Richie's mind is deteriorating, and the other outfit he runs with his sons is under attack by a vicious rival gang.


Britain's Deadliest KidsBritain's Deadliest Kids
QUEST, 2019 On Hiatus | Crime, Documentary
3.0


New true crime series Britain's Deadliest Kids investigates some of Britain's most notorious, bone-chilling and fascinating murder cases committed by young offenders.


Once Upon a True CrimeOnce Upon a True Crime
Crime and Investigation, 2022 On Hiatus | Crime, Documentary
2.0


Once Upon a True Crime follows some of Britain's best-selling crime fiction writers as they turn detective to explore the enduring mysteries of the real-life murder cases which have inspired some of their most famous characters and novels.


Fred and Rose West: The Search for the VictimsFred and Rose West: The Search for the Victims
Channel 5, 2021 On Hiatus | Crime, Documentary
2.0


Series examining the crimes of the couple, revealing the true horror of what took place behind closed doors at 25 Cromwell Street and other addresses in Gloucester over the course of many years. The programme looks at recent police efforts to find the body of Mary Bastholm and tells her story, as well those of the 12 other young women known to have been murdered by Fred and Rose West.


MurderlandMurderland
ITV, 2009 Cancelled/Ended | Drama, Crime, Mystery, Thriller
3.0


Starring Robbie Coltrane, Murderland is an emotional and passionate thriller that tells a traumatic murder story through the eyes of three central characters: Carrie the daughter of the murdered woman, Douglas Hain, the detective in charge of the investigation and Sally the murder victim.


When Kids KillWhen Kids Kill
5Star, 2016 Cancelled/Ended | Documentary



Enter the dark world of Britain's most notorious child killers with Leah Green's documentary series. Discover the shocking stories of their crimes. When Kids Kill delves deep into the minds of young murderers, exploring the factors that led to their heinous acts. Prepare to be gripped by this chilling true crime series.


The Murder of Charlene DownesThe Murder of Charlene Downes
Channel 5, 2019 Cancelled/Ended | Crime, Documentary



True crime documentary series following the disappearance of 14-year-old Charlene from her home in Blackpool in 2003, with unprecedented access to Charlene's friends, family, suspects and police. The information the police received would unveil what was considered to be Britain's first grooming gang scandal.


The Shipman Files: A Very British Crime StoryThe Shipman Files: A Very British Crime Story
BBC Two, 2020 Cancelled/Ended | Crime, Mystery, Documentary, Mini-Series | ► Trailer



The story of how the crimes of 'respected' GP Harold Shipman were first discovered and how he was eventually apprehended and charged with the murder of 15 of his own patients.


Messiah (2001)Messiah (2001)
BBC One, 2001 Cancelled/Ended | Drama, Crime, Mystery, Thriller
1.0


Critically acclaimed Ken Stott (The Vice, The Singing Detective) stars as Detective Chief Inspector Red Metcalfe, a brilliant detective who once turned in his own brother for murder. Ten years later, Red has earned a reputation for his impressive ability to get into the minds of killers, but two disturbing murders on the same day spark the most baffling and damaging case of his career. Both killings bear the murderer's trademark-as do the grisly deaths that follow-the victim's tongue is cut out and a silver spoon is inserted in their mouth. As the killings mount up, Red is taunted by the fact that he can find no motive, no pattern-nothing to connect the victims apart from the killer's grisly trademark.


The Essex MurdersThe Essex Murders
Sky Documentaries, 2023 Cancelled/Ended | Crime, History, Documentary, Mini-Series
2.0


The series explores the 1995 murders of the notorious Essex Boys, major players in the ecstasy trade fuelling Britain's booming rave scene.


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