Channel 4 to look at recent UK Riots with documentary special

Channel 4 to air documentary on the riots that took place across the UK over the summer of 2024.

Executive Producer Dan Reed:

“Channel 4 have been brilliantly quick off the mark again, giving us a licence to deep-dive into the riots and the political and cultural crisis that gripped our nation this summer. Amos Pictures’ trademark forensic journalism and immersive cinematic storytelling will give Channel 4 audiences a full 360 view, revealing the key protagonists, the raw emotions, the political agendas driving the violence and the unfolding of the police and government response.” 

The one-off documentary will provide a forensic account of how riots erupted in England in the wake of the murder of three children in Southport, told by police, rioters and eyewitnesses. The film will unpack the social and political forces behind the violence, and those involved, and examine the feelings and ideas fuelling the rage.

Channel 4 Commissioning Editor, Anna Miralis:

“We are proud to commission this hard-hitting and timely documentary from Amos Pictures, whose track record for fearless, uncompromising storytelling is second to none. As we all reflect on, and try to make sense of, the horrendous scenes of bigoted violence that took place on our streets, this vital film will provide important context on what these events say about Britain today.” 

The documentary will be a 1 x 60’, produced by Amos Pictures for Channel 4. The Executive Producer is Dan Reed. The Channel 4 Commissioning Editor is Anna Miralis.