Mind Of Mark Defriest

Once known as Houdini for his multiple and improbable jailbreaks, Mark DeFriest was condemned to Florida’s worst prison after a lone psychiatrist reversed the previous diagnosis of four court appointed psychiatrists, and declared that Mark was faking mental illness. Over 30 years later, Mark is still struggling to understand how to survive a rigid and unforgiving system, while his remaining supporters forge an unlikely alliance to argue for his freedom.

Murder In Mind

MURDER IN MIND examines the psychological forces behind real-life killings. Each episode focuses on a single case, examining the perpetrator’s path to murder through interviews with detectives, survivors, friends, and family. Psychologists and criminologists break down how trauma, red flags, and poor decisions escalated into fatal outcomes. Diaries, social media posts, and personal recordings from the killers themselves provide haunting insight into their state of mind. Respectful to victims, yet unflinching in its exploration, this series seeks to understand how these complex psyches could hold the key to preventing future tragedies.

Murder U

Evil blossoms and thrives in the hothouse atmosphere of college life. From higher education’s ivy-covered walls, manicured lawns and leather-bound libraries come terrifying tales of murder and mayhem. In MURDER U, revisit grizzly crime scenes and student-body slayings that have scandalized campuses from coast to coast. Captured through dramatic re-enactments and first-hand testimonies, relive the dorm-room terror as wicked deeds unfold under the idyllic settings and fun times of college life.

The Jury: Murder Trial

THE JURY: MURDER TRIAL is a ground-breaking experiment that asks profound questions about how we administer justice - by putting the jury system itself on trial. For the first time ever, we examine the fairness of the system, and the inner workings of justice in the UK. Filmed over ten days, a real murder trial is recreated word-for-word from the original transcripts, and two randomly-chosen juries, neither of whom are aware of the other, are asked to judge. The case? A man who admits he killed his wife, but whose defence maintains that he lost control, and is therefore not guilty of murder. What will the two juries decide, and why? How well will they follow the complexities of the law? And after they have deliberated, will they agree with each other’s verdicts? FORMAT AVAILABLE Awards: Best Reality Show, 2025 BAFTA Television Awards Best Factual Entertainment Format, 2024 International Format Awards Ratings Highlights: -Episode 1 was the highest rated new format launch in 10 years and the 3rd highest unscripted launch on C4 in 10 years -Episode 1 had a 112% higher rating than the slot average, and 124% higher audience share than average -In the first week of launch, the series as a whole is the strongest streaming series of any genre currently on the Channel 4 platform.

Made For Murder

Who are the killers amongst us? Forensic psychologists delve into the timelines of convicted murderers to expose the tell-tale signs which went ignored. In Los Angeles, Dr Judy Ho, regular expert witness in California courts, reveals how certain people were destined to take the lives of innocents. In London, Dr Donna Youngs pores over the details and obsessions of other murderers to piece together motives. Each season covers ten murders and a cache of evidence revealing why some of us are MADE FOR MURDER.

The Psychic Swindle

French psychic Maria Duval seems to have it all—fame, wealth, and adoration. She gains international recognition for helping find more than a dozen missing people, predicting lottery numbers, and advising politicians and celebrities. But her insatiable desire for more riches leads her to a fateful business partnership with entrepreneur and copywriter Patrice Runner. It was a perfect match as Runner, like Duval, wanted a lifestyle full of luxury and excitement. THE PSYCHIC SWINDLE unravels the intricate mail-order psychic scam that duped millions of people worldwide over 20 years. Through meticulous investigations, exclusive archive and intimate interviews, the film exposes how this exploitation of human hopes and fears resulted in one of the largest psychic scams in history, culminating in a global manhunt and a high-profile criminal trial. THE PSYCHIC SWINDLE is a fascinating deep dive into the world of ruthless scammers who are always ready to pounce on innocent victims.

The Eunuch Maker

In 2022, headlines broke that a group of men were performing castrations and livestreaming them to paying customers online. Journalist Marcel Theroux explores the dark world of THE EUNUCH MAKER. The terrifyingly-named Eunuch Maker was accused of being the cult-like leader of a group that severed genitals, sold body parts, and earned hundreds of thousands of pounds. With unprecedented access to those who underwent castration, and those at the heart of the inner circle, this is a story about sex, gender identity, manipulation, personal freedom and the limits of consent. Who is the Eunuch Maker? Why did he mutilate others? And why does the globe-spanning voluntary eunuch community seek castration?

Our Toughest Cases

Murder and violent sexual attacks; there are certain crimes that take their toll on even the most experienced of officers. In this series, we hear from the officers who relive the toughest cases they’ve ever faced and provide first-hand insight into cases that had seismic repercussions and shook entire communities to their core.

The Killer You Know

When it comes to murder, the biggest threat isn’t from a complete stranger – it’s often right in front of you. Contrary to popular belief, most people aren’t murdered by a random psychopath, but rather by someone the victim knows well. A spouse, a coworker, a jealous ex – these are people that were once loved and trusted, held close to the victim’s heart. But relationships sometimes sour and resentment can take root. And sometimes love and affection can turn into murder. Each episode of this series shows three gripping stories of the ultimate betrayal by THE KILLER YOU KNOW.

Caribbean Vice

CARIBBEAN VICE is an action-packed series that takes viewers behind the scenes with law enforcement agencies battling smuggling in the tropical waters from South America to Florida. Set against a stunning backdrop, the series follows the courageous men and women who risk it all to protect us from illegal drug and weapons trafficking. Through high-stakes operations, dramatic chases, and tense confrontations, CARIBBEAN VICE delivers a gripping look at the relentless fight to keep the Caribbean safe.