Faking It: Tears of a Crime
The art of deception and the science of detection. Criminals’ lies exposed.
Documentary
Episodes (21)
Faking It - Jimmy Savile
Experts examine how one of the biggest stars in British showbusiness got away with decades of sexual abuse.
Prince Andrew, Maxwell & Epstein
Experts examine the behaviours of disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell and Prince Andrew.
Donald Trump - A Faking It Special
Donald Trump is one of the most powerful figures on the planet. Experts explore his words and behaviours.
Michael Jackson: A Faking It Special
Before his death in 2009, Michael Jackson was the biggest pop star on the planet. But his private life was marred by dark rumours for over 20 years.
Chris Watts
For those of you unfamiliar with this case, we recommend you start by watching the Netflix series "American Murder: The Family Next Door". Chris Watts has been convicted of killing his pregnant wife Shannan Watts, as well as his daughters Bella and Celeste. He is currently serving 5 life sentences without the possibility of parole. The Netflix series has chilling CCTV footage, body worn video of Police interactions with Chris on the day of the events, and other accounts of this unbelievable act, with this new documentary said to feature all of the above.
Ted Bundy
Theodore R. Bundy conducted a reign of terror throughout the 1970s. Experts analyse courtroom and interrogation footage to reveal how he was able to stay one step ahead of the law.
Grace Millane
British backpacker Grace Millane disappeared after going on a Tinder date in New Zealand. Experts analyse CCTV footage of her last hours and police interview tapes with her killer.
Gary Glitter
Gary Glitter sold millions of records, with a string of ’70s hits, but the reality was very different. Experts analyse interviews and courtroom moments to reveal the dark truth.
Shamima Begum
Body language and linguistics experts give their verdict on whether British schoolgirl-turned-terrorist recruit Shamima Begum should be allowed to resume her former life in the UK.
R Kelly
Idol on stage. Monster off-stage. A superstar’s dark secrets exposed.
Mick Philpott
A terrible fire. A father’s shameless lies. Analysing the dark world of Mick Philpott. His callous plan to get a bigger council house led to the deaths of six of his children. Our experts expose the key moments when he lied to the world.
Jussie Smollett
The hate-crime hoax that nearly fooled the world. Actor Jussie Smollett said he was assaulted, but as detectives investigated, his story unravelled. A team of body language, linguistics and psychology experts reveal the tell-tale signs of a shocking lie.
The Murder of Gabby Petito
Online dream. Real life nightmare. Experts in body language, linguistics, and psychology study police bodycam, spotting the signs that point to the murder of Gabby Petito.
The Murder of Arthur Labinjo-Hughes
Tormented, starved and murdered. The six-year-old boy whose abuse and death at the hands of his dad and step mum shocked a nation. Our experts reveal the signs of their guilt.
The Murder of Caroline Crouch
The Murder of Caroline Crouch A Greek helicopter pilot swept young Brit Caroline Crouch off her feet. But after their first child is born, tragedy strikes. Experts expose the truth behind this shocking murder.
Joe O'Reilly
Grieving husband or brazen liar? When Joe O’Reilly’s wife was murdered, he made a series of incredible TV appeals to find the killer. But it was sham. Experts reveal the lies.
The Murder of Sarah Everard: A Faking It Special
A tragic story of a brutal murder and a killer cop. Sarah Everard’s disappearance in March 2021 created panic amongst the women of Britain. Analysing CCTV, police bodycam and interview tapes, experts unpick the behaviour of notorious killer Wayne Couzens, who murdered 33 year old Sarah Everard in a crime that shocked the nation.
Boris Johnson
Was Boris Johnson's colourful and controversial career littered with lies?
Andrew Tate: Icon or Toxic?
Role model to millions of young men or dangerous misogynist who peddles hate? As the world’s most controversial influencer faces allegations of sex crimes in Britain and Romania, our experts pinpoint the hidden clues that reveal the real Andrew Tate.
The Grindr Killer Scandal
Four murders. One killer. Shocking failings. The scandal of how police failed to stop a serial killer targeting young, gay men. Our Faking It experts reveal how easy it was for Stephen Port to deceive, and how and why those lies were believed.
Serial Killer, Serial Liar Levi Bellfield
In 2023, Levi Bellfield confesses to the 1996 murders of Lin and Megan Russell, but his confession shows signs of deception. The Faking It experts expose the truth behind the words and actions of this notorious killer.
