A five part Sky Original documentary series that will look into the unsolved case of Sophie Toscan du Plantier who was brutally murdered in West Cork in 1996. Using original evidence, never-before-seen footage and interviews with those closest to the case, including Sophie’s family and key suspect Ian Bailey, the series aims to unravel the unsolved case that has haunted West Cork for decades.
Cast: Jim Sheridan, Sophie Toscan du Plantier
Season 1
5 episodes
1. Episode 1Acclaimed filmmaker Jim Sheridan begins his investigation into the brutal murder of French film producer Sophie Toscan du Plantier in West Cork in 1996.18CC49minJun 20, 2021
2. Episode 2Early suspects in the murder case of Sophie Toscan du Plantier begin to emerge, including English journalist Ian Bailey, the first reporter on the crime scene.18CC45minJun 20, 2021
3. Episode 3The murder case continues with false leads, changing witness statements and a failure to charge a suspect despite more than 50 initial suspects identified by the Irish police.18CC52minJun 20, 2021- 4. Episode 4Years later, the French authorities take over the investigation from the Irish Police and circle around one key suspect: Ian Bailey. A battle between cultures and judicial systems looms large.18CC48minJun 20, 2021
5. Episode 5After 24 years of suspicion, the French authorities put Ian Bailey on trial in absentia. The defendant remains in his home in West Cork while French Magistrates deliberate on his fate.18CC50minJun 20, 2021
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A five part Sky Original documentary series that will look into the unsolved case of Sophie Toscan du Plantier who was brutally murdered in West Cork in 1996. Using original evidence, never-before-seen footage and interviews with those closest to the case, including Sophie’s family and key suspect Ian Bailey, the series aims to unravel the unsolved case that has haunted West Cork for decades.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- Colm Quinn, Jim Sheridan
- Created by
- Jim Sheridan, Michael Sheridan
- Studio
- Hell's Kitchen, Dare Films (GB), Sky Studios
Maturity rating
18Check the rating before watching with younger viewers.
