Channel 4 announces major documentary series The Epstein Files, fronted by Emily Maitlis

Channel 4 have commissioned Lion Television, an All3Media company to make a landmark documentary series examining one of the most consequential and disturbing scandals of the 21st century — the Jeffrey Epstein case. The series will be presented by the award-winning journalist and broadcaster Emily Maitlis who famously interviewed the then Prince Andrew about his links to Epstein. It will deliver unprecedented access, explosive testimony and forensic analysis of the documents, networks and powerful individuals connected to Epstein’s decades-long criminal operation. With first hand testimony from survivors at the heart of the story, the series will focus on how he managed to get away with his actions for so long. 

“The Jeffrey Epstein story is an exposure of how power protects itself, how wealth distorts justice, and how abuse can be hidden in plain sight for decades. This series will confront the uncomfortable truth at the heart of the case: what it reveals about the world we live in, and who it is designed to serve. Emily Maitlis, whose interview with the former Prince Andrew became one of the defining moments in the public reckoning with the Epstein case, is the perfect person to lead this investigation.” Louisa Compton, Head of News and Current Affairs, Specialist Factual and Sport, Channel 4

“We are excited to be working with the absolutely amazing Emily Maitlis and Channel 4 on this landmark series, with Emily at the helm, audiences can expect rigorous, fearless journalism — the Epstein story, finally told in full.”Daniel Pearl, Executive Producer and Creative Director, Lion Television

“I’ve spent my career covering stories that those in power would rather we didn’t. The Epstein case is that story writ large — a web of wealth, influence and impunity that destroyed lives and was shielded by institutions we are supposed to trust. The survivors have waited long enough. I am determined that this series will provide answers, not just raise more questions.” Emily Maitlis, Presenter

The Epstein Files w/t is produced by Lion Television, for Channel 4, with Daniel Pearl serving as Executive Producer with Catey Sexton as Director, in association with All3Media International . It is commissioned by Louisa Compton, Head of News, Current Affairs and Specialist Factual and Sport at Channel 4 and Adam Vandermark, Commissioning Editor, News and Current Affairs. All3Media international will be handling international distribution.