TRUE CRIME Channel Expands British True Crime Programming with UK Crime Files and New Season Premieres

AMC Networks International - UK increases exclusive British true crime content to meet rising demand for localised investigative storytelling

UK Crime Files launches nightly from 7PM | Donal MacIntyre's UK Killer Evidence Season 3 premieres 6 April | Killers: Caught on Camera Season 4 premieres 21 April

5 March 2026, London, UK - TRUE CRIME, the UK's leading channel specialising in crime documentary content among adults[1] (available in over 27 million UK households), part of a joint venture owned by AMC Networks International - UK and Paramount, is expanding its original content library. From 6 April, the TRUE CRIME channel launches UK Crime Files, a new curated nightly block of original British true crime documentaries airing every night from 7PM. Separately, the channel confirms the return of two of its most acclaimed original series: Donal MacIntyre's UK Killer Evidence for a third season, premiering Monday 6 April at 10PM, and Killers: Caught on Camera for a fourth season, premiering Tuesday 21 April at 10PM. Both series will be available on WATCH FREE UK following linear broadcast.

"There's sustained audience demand for British true crime told with editorial authority - and this spring's schedule is our clearest answer to that yet. UK Crime Files gives our original productions a strong nightly home on linear, and with two of our most acclaimed series returning for new seasons, we're demonstrating the real depth of what we've built. Donal MacIntyre will also be taking that story live to audiences at CrimeCon Birmingham. Our content is increasingly available to audiences however and wherever they choose to watch", said Sam Rowden, Executive Producer and VP of Content, AMC Networks International - UK

UK CRIME FILES - EVERY NIGHT FROM 7PM, FROM 6 APRIL

From 6 April, TRUE CRIME launches UK Crime Files, a curated nightly block of original British true crime documentaries airing every night from 7PM. Focusing exclusively on cases from across the British Isles, each hour features a different murder investigation examined through the accounts of those closest to it, from the experts who worked the case to the families affected by it.

DONAL MacINTYRE'S UK KILLER EVIDENCE - SEASON 3, PREMIERING 6 APRIL Premieres 6 April 2026 | Mondays at 10PM | Produced by Emporium Productions | Presented by Donal MacIntyre

Now in its third season, Donal MacIntyre's UK Killer Evidence builds each British murder case clue by clue, drawing on firsthand testimony from the detectives and forensic scientists who worked the investigations. Season 3 brings ten new cases, including:

• a gangland execution traced through a Manchester car chase
• the contract killing of Hampshire mother-of-five Pennie Davis
• missing persons investigations that escalate into full murder inquiries
• family feuds that turn fatal

Locations span Greater Manchester, Hampshire and beyond.

KILLERS: CAUGHT ON CAMERA - SEASON 4, PREMIERING 21 APRIL

Premieres 21 April 2026 | Tuesdays at 10PM | Hosted by Dr Julia Shaw | Produced by Back2Back Productions | Co-produced with FilmRise and BlueAnt International

Now in its fourth season, Killers: Caught on Camera reveals exclusive CCTV, bodycam, home surveillance and mobile phone footage behind homicide convictions in the US and UK. Law enforcement and forensic experts from both sides of the Atlantic examine the key evidence that broke open each investigation, with criminal psychologist, author and UCL Honorary Research Fellow Dr Julia Shaw providing psychological analysis throughout.

About Donal MacIntyre

Award-winning investigative journalist Donal MacIntyre, recognised with RTS and True Crime Awards, has decades of experience covering complex UK and international crime. Donal will be appearing at CrimeCon Birmingham, presenting "TRUE CRIME Presents: Killer Evidence - Solving Impossible Cases" alongside Emporium Productions' executive producer, Emma Read (9.40-10.40AM). Available for print and online interviews, radio and podcast appearances, regional press commentary and panel events.

About Dr Julia Shaw

Dr Julia Shaw is a criminal psychologist, author and UCL Honorary Research Fellow, known for her expert analysis of offender psychology and criminal behaviour. Available for interviews.

How to Watch

TRUE CRIME broadcasts linearly on Sky, Virgin Media, Freeview, Freesat and Freely. For on-demand and streaming viewing, content is available via WATCH FREE UK - the channel's dedicated AVOD service - as well as via TRUE CRIME UK, the channel's FAST service, available through various streamers including Prime Video (free, no subscription required), Rakuten TV, Pluto TV, Plex and connected TV services, LG and Samsung TV Plus; also available as a free ad-supported streaming brand on ITVX and 5. Visit truecrime-tv.co.uk for more information, and follow the channel on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook and X (@true_crimetv).

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About TRUE CRIME The TRUE CRIME channel is the destination for authoritative, in-depth documentaries exploring the UK's most compelling criminal cases alongside select international cases - told with respect for the victims and guided by the detectives, forensic experts and key witnesses closest to the case, from crime scene to courtroom.

Your fascination. Our expertise.

The channel's commissioned original series include Murder by the Sea, Donal MacIntyre's Killer Evidence, Wrongly Accused, Killers: Caught on Camera, Secrets of a Murder Detective, Cold Cases Reopened, Murder UK and Britain's Countryside Killers. Available in over 27 million UK households, TRUE CRIME is a leading destination for crime content in the UK. Launched in 2009 as CBS Reality, it is a partnership between Paramount and AMC Networks International - UK.

AMC Networks International - UK is a business unit of AMC Networks International, which delivers entertaining and acclaimed programming across Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East - the global division of AMC Networks. For more information, visit: https://www.amcnetworksinternational.com

The TRUE CRIME channel proudly supports the work of the Association for True Crime Productions (ATCP), an initiative established to enhance current guidelines and ensure members conform to the highest ethical standards in true crime storytelling.

Q&A: UK Crime Files & Spring 2026 on TRUE CRIME

Q: What is the TRUE CRIME channel?

A: TRUE CRIME is the UK's leading channel specialising in crime documentary content among adults. Available in over 27 million UK households, it is a joint venture between AMC Networks International - UK and Paramount, launched in 2009 as CBS Reality. The channel's tagline is "Your fascination. Our expertise."

Q: What is UK Crime Files?

A: UK Crime Files is a new curated nightly block of original British true crime documentaries launching on TRUE CRIME from 6 April 2026, airing every night from 7PM. Focusing exclusively on cases from across the British Isles, each hour examines a different murder investigation through the accounts of detectives, forensic experts and the families affected.

Q: When does UK Crime Files start?

A: UK Crime Files launches on TRUE CRIME on 6 April 2026, airing every night from 7PM.

Q: What shows are part of TRUE CRIME's spring 2026 slate?

A: TRUE CRIME's spring 2026 schedule features the launch of UK Crime Files (from 6 April, nightly 7-9PM), the return of Donal MacIntyre's UK Killer Evidence for a third season (premiering 6 April at 10PM) and Killers: Caught on Camera for a fourth season (premiering 21 April at 10PM).

Q: What is Donal MacIntyre's UK Killer Evidence about?

A: Donal MacIntyre's UK Killer Evidence is an original TRUE CRIME documentary series that reconstructs British murder cases clue by clue, drawing on firsthand testimony from the detectives and forensic scientists who worked each investigation. It is produced by Emporium Productions and presented by award-winning investigative journalist Donal MacIntyre.

Q: What cases are featured in Donal MacIntyre's UK Killer Evidence Season 3?

A: Season 3 features ten new British murder cases including a gangland execution traced through a Manchester car chase, the contract killing of Hampshire mother-of-five Pennie Davis, missing persons investigations that escalate into full murder inquiries, and family feuds that turn fatal. Locations span Greater Manchester, Hampshire and beyond.

Q: When does Donal MacIntyre's UK Killer Evidence Season 3 premiere?

A: Season 3 premieres on Monday 6 April 2026 at 10PM on TRUE CRIME.

Q: Who is Donal MacIntyre?

A: Donal MacIntyre is an award-winning investigative journalist, recognised with RTS and True Crime Awards, with decades of experience covering complex UK and international crime. He is available for print, online, radio, podcast and regional press appearances.

Q: What is Killers: Caught on Camera about?

A: Killers: Caught on Camera is an original TRUE CRIME series that reveals exclusive CCTV, bodycam, home surveillance and mobile phone footage behind homicide convictions in the US and UK. Law enforcement and forensic experts from both sides of the Atlantic examine the evidence that broke open each case, with criminal psychologist and UCL Honorary Research Fellow Dr Julia Shaw providing psychological analysis throughout. The series is produced by Back2Back Productions, co-produced with FilmRise and BlueAnt International.

Q: When does Killers: Caught on Camera Season 4 premiere?

A: Season 4 premieres on Tuesday 21 April 2026 at 10PM on TRUE CRIME.

Q: Who hosts Killers: Caught on Camera?

A: Killers: Caught on Camera is hosted by Dr Julia Shaw, a criminal psychologist, author and UCL Honorary Research Fellow known for her expert analysis of offender psychology and criminal behaviour.

Q: How does the TRUE CRIME channel approach victim advocacy in its documentaries?

A: TRUE CRIME is committed to telling real criminal cases with care, accuracy and respect for those affected. Our documentaries prioritise factual, evidence-led storytelling guided by the detectives, forensic experts and key witnesses closest to each investigation, while ensuring victims and their families are treated with dignity. Programmes are produced with editorial responsibility at their core, avoiding sensationalism and giving space to the human impact of crime alongside the pursuit of justice. The TRUE CRIME channel proudly supports the work of the Association for True Crime Productions (ATCP - atcp.tv), an initiative established to enhance current guidelines and ensure members conform to the highest ethical standards in true crime storytelling.

Q: Where can I watch TRUE CRIME programmes after they air?

A: Both Donal MacIntyre's UK Killer Evidence and Killers: Caught on Camera will be available on WATCH FREE UK following their linear broadcast on TRUE CRIME. Further information is available at truecrime-tv.co.uk.

Q: How can I watch the TRUE CRIME channel in the UK?

A: TRUE CRIME broadcasts linearly on Sky, Virgin Media, Freeview, Freesat and Freely. For on-demand and streaming viewing, content is available via WATCH FREE UK - the channel's dedicated AVOD service - as well as via TRUE CRIME UK, the channel's FAST service, available through various streamers including Prime Video (free, no subscription required), Rakuten TV, Pluto TV, Plex and Samsung TV Plus; also available as a free ad-supported streaming brand on ITVX and 5. Visit truecrime-tv.co.uk for more information, and follow the channel on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook and X (@true_crimetv).

Q: Where can I stream British true crime for free?

A: Stream British true crime documentaries for free on WATCH FREE UK, the TRUE CRIME channel's dedicated AVOD streaming service.

Q: What other original series has the TRUE CRIME channel commissioned?

A: TRUE CRIME's commissioned original slate includes Murder by the Sea, Donal MacIntyre's Killer Evidence, Wrongly Accused, Killers: Caught on Camera, Secrets of a Murder Detective, Cold Cases Reopened, Murder UK and Britain's Countryside Killers.

Q: Who is Sam Rowden?

A: Sam Rowden is Executive Producer and VP of Content at AMC Networks International - UK, responsible for the channel's original commissions for TRUE CRIME and content strategy across the business's portfolio.

Q: What is AMC Networks International - UK?

A: AMC Networks International - UK is a business unit of AMC Networks International, the global division of AMC Networks, delivering programming across Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East.