TV series
The landmark documentary series that captures real life drama at its most intense, following police detectives around the clock as they investigate major crimes.
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Checked Sep 3, 2026
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The landmark documentary series that captures real life drama at its most intense, following police detectives around the clock as they investigate major crimes.
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Episode 1
A man walks out of a hotel lift covered in blood. He approaches the reception desk shouting that he has killed someone. As the terrified receptionist tries to rid get 999, the man grabs the phone, but the police have been reported.
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Episode 2
A distressed woman arrives at Luton Police station, where officers have to tell her that her 76-year-old husband is under arrest following allegations of historic child sex abuse.
Where to watch 24 Hours in Police Custody
Episode 3
Amanda comes to Luton Police station claiming that his life's in danger and that he's just escaped from a slave owning gang. Over 200 officers launch a dawn raid on the suspects.
Where to watch 24 Hours in Police Custody
Episode 4
A man has been attacked and left unconscious on the floor of a crowded pub for over 30 minutes. Detectives face a wall of silence as they search for evidence.
Where to watch 24 Hours in Police Custody
Episode 5
Bedfordshire Police are particularly busy. A care worker denies stealing a gold bracelet, a man denies being involved in a stabbing, and a suspect is questioned about an assault.
Where to watch 24 Hours in Police CustodyEpisode information updated Sep 3, 2026
Royce PierresonSelf - Narrator (voice)
Zawe AshtonSelf - Narrator (voice)
Channel 4United Kingdom
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