Crimes That Shook Britain (2008)
S05E01 Jimmy Savile
Episode Overview
Once celebrated as a national icon, Jimmy Savile's legacy took a dark turn following his death, as he was posthumously labeled the UK's most notorious sex offender. In October 2012, an extensive investigation was launched, leading to a flood of reports from victims of child sexual abuse to 28 different police forces. The allegations, some dating back to 1955, raised the troubling question of how such a prominent figure could evade scrutiny for so long. Through interviews with victims, relatives, and former colleagues, this exploration delves into one of the most shocking scandals in British history.