Crimes That Shook Britain 2008
- Status
- Returning Series
- First Aired
- September 20, 2008
- Last Aired
- November 4, 2024
- Format
- 9 seasons · 56 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~42 hours (45 min/ep)
- Network
- Crime + Investigation
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Magellan TV, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is Crimes That Shook Britain?
Topic: Television series "Crimes That Shook Britain" (2008). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2008
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 56
- Runtime
- 45 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 20, 2008
- Last aired
- Nov 4, 2024
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- Crime + Investigation
- Genres
- Crime, Documentary
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.2/10 from 5 votes
- Format
- 9 seasons · 56 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~45 minutes
- Status
- Returning Series
- Network
- Crime + Investigation
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Topic: Television series "Crimes That Shook Britain" (2008).
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Title: Crimes That Shook Britain.
Year: 2008.
Genre: Crime and Documentary.
Purpose/Goal: Uncover the truth behind the crimes that shocked the nation.
Format/Style: Uses reconstructions, interviews, and archival material.
Content: Offers an in-depth look into the circumstances surrounding and investigations into some of the most horrendous crimes in Britain.
Specific cases mentioned: Stephen Griffiths (the so-called Crossbow Cannibal) and the Omagh car bombing in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland.
Cast: Tom Roberts (Self - Narrator).
Draft 1 (Mental Outline): Crimes That Shook Britain is a 2008 television series categorized under the crime and documentary genres. The series aims to uncover the truth behind crimes that shocked the nation. To provide an in-depth look into the circumstances and investigations of some of the most horrendous crimes in Britain, the production utilizes reconstructions, interviews, and archival material
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of crime and documentary that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Crimes That Shook Britain is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Magellan TV, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Xive TV Documentaries Amazon Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.
Is Crimes That Shook Britain worth watching?
Crimes That Shook Britain holds a community rating of 7.2/10 based on 5 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Crime, Documentary for fans of the genre.
How many seasons and episodes are in Crimes That Shook Britain, and how long does it take to binge?
Crimes That Shook Britain spans 9 seasons and 56 total episodes. A complete watch takes approximately 42 hours (at an average of 45 minutes per episode).
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