Jimmy Savile: A British Horror Story

6.8
20221h 20m

Jimmy Savile was one of the United Kingdom’s most beloved TV personalities. Shortly after his death in 2011, an investigation prompted more than 450 horrific allegations of sexual assault and abuse, with victims as young as 5.

Production

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Trailers & Videos

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Official Trailer

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Who Was Jimmy Savile? How Did He Get Away With It For So Long?

Seasons

2 Episodes • Premiered 2022

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1. Part 1: Making a Monster

Famed DJ and TV presenter Jimmy Savile charms both the working and ruling class in the UK. But untold darkness lies behind the unconventional image.

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2. Part 2: Finding the Monster

Survivors come forward, and journalists investigate the powerful, protected star. But as rumours persist online, how long can Jimmy's secrets stay hidden?

Cast

Photo of Jimmy Savile

Jimmy Savile

Self (archive footage)

Photo of Terry Wogan

Terry Wogan

Self (archive footage)

Photo of Gary Glitter

Gary Glitter

Self (archive footage)

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Reviews

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William M

8/10

Horrifying, deeply melancholy and alarming to our trust in the system

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