The Big Cases

The Big Cases
GenreTrue crime documentary
Country of originUnited Kingdom
Original languageEnglish
No. of episodes52 (ongoing)
Production
Production locationsUnited Kingdom and beyond
Running time11–35 minutes
Production companyBBC
Original release
NetworkBBC
Release2022 (2022) –
present
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The Big Cases is a BBC true crime documentary series that first aired in 2022. The series examines notable criminal cases and court proceedings, primarily within the United Kingdom, with occasional coverage of international cases. It is broadcast on BBC News and all episodes are available on BBC iPlayer. The series offers an extended exploration of criminal cases, featuring investigative reporting, interviews, archival footage, and courtroom analysis, aiming to present detailed accounts of the legal processes and the individuals affected by the crimes.

Some of the cases that the series has looked into include the murder of Sabina Nessa, the 2023 Nottingham attacks, and the killing of Lilia Valutyte.