The Philpott Fire: A Very British Horror Story

The Philpott Fire: A Very British Horror Story

The Philpott Fire: A Very British Horror Story

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The Philpott Fire: A Very British Horror Story

2024

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Documentary

Crime

Overview

Delving into the background of Mick Philpott - violent criminal and media villain.Investigating the deaths of the six Philpott children, who perished due to a fire that broke out in their home in May, 2012.

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ITN Productions

Channel 5

Cast & Crew

7 members

Acting

Mick Philpott

Self (archive)

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Ann Widdecombe

Self

Ann Widdecombe

Acting

David Harper

Mick Philpott

David Harper

Acting

Viktorija Vedele

Mairead Philpott

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Camera

Elena Savchenkova

Lisa Willis

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Rufus Benfell

Darren Butler

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Directing

Grant Armour

Surveillance Officer

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