Phil Bowman directed and edited the next episode due out in Netflix’s Trainwreck anthology which revisits some of the most gripping and bizarre events that once dominated the mainstream media. Back in 2010, Lifetime Channel had a brand new concept of a reality show. It would follow a private investigation agency staffed entirely by suburban ‘soccer moms’. It was a clever twist on the true-crime craze. Cameras rolled, contracts were signed, and the production team geared up for what they were certain would be a breakout hit. But the show never made it to air. As the documentary reveals, things began to unravel quickly on set of Soccer Moms, Private Eyes The moms’ investigations meant to be the heart of the show kept falling apart. Leads dried up. Surveillance missions failed. Key interviews were mysteriously cancelled. The crew began whispering about sabotage. Then, an anonymous tip blew the whole thing wide open. A whistleblower accused the agency’s head, the woman at the center of the show, of running an illegal drug operation using the PI business as a front. Now, 15 years later, this documentary directed and edited by Phil Bowman, uncovers what really happened behind the scene and its far stranger than fiction..
Phil said “It’s been an absolute privilege to contribute to the ‘Trainwreck’ brand, especially with a project as unique and fun as ‘Trainwreck: P.I. Moms’. The documentary dives deep into the chaotic story behind the scenes of what was truly the greatest reality TV show that never made it to air. It’s a fun journey, and I can’t wait for Netflix audiences to experience it. Thanks to the teams at Raw TV and Satusfaction for their invaluable support.”
Don’t miss the premiere of this unbelievable story, streaming on Netflix from 22nd July.
New series Shark! Celebrity Infested Waters is making waves. It puts a group of celebrities who have a fear of sharks into the deep blue sea with some of the ocean’s most misunderstood predators.
This cross between an entertainment and natural history programme see’s Sir Lenny Henry, Rachel Riley, Ade Adepitan, Ross Noble, Dougie Poynter, Lucy Punch, and Helen George swap red carpets for wetsuits as they travel to the Bahamas. Their mission is simple: face their fears and get closer than ever to sharks. It’s not all sunshine and snorkels. Things get real, very quickly when shark attack survivor and marine expert Paul de Gelder who lost an arm and a leg to a bull shark reveals that their very first challenge is to get in the water with… bull sharks!
Belle Borgeaud, edited the final episode she said “ It was a lovely team to work with at Plimsoll Productions and there was some outstanding underwater footage to cut”Steve Flattedited episode 4 and really enjoyed working on it.
Don’t miss the premiere of Shark! Celebrity Infested Waters tonight 9pm ITV1 and available to steam on ITVX.
Mr and Mrs Murder. Plum Pictures for Hulu and Disney+
Mr. & Mrs. Murder is a gripping four-part true crime docuseries, set in Tallahassee, Florida, it follows two seemingly inseparable couples: Kathy and Brian Winchester, and their close friends Mike and Denise Williams. Church-going and outdoorsy, they were pillars of their social circle until Mike vanished without a trace in 2000 during a duck-hunting trip. At first, it was believed to be a tragic accident. But when Brian divorced Kathy and later married Mike’s widow, Denise, suspicions mounted. What followed was a decades-long unravelling of lies, with a determined Kathy at its core, fighting for answers, justice, and the truth.
While many true-crime series rely on heavy drama reconstructions Mr. & Mrs. Murder takes a different route. Editor Franco Bogino shares insight into the documentary’s aesthetic: “There was no drama recon, just some vignettes that we called ‘haunted portraits’. They were moody, slightly surreal sets that represented a section of the story in an abstract kind of way. They were used very sparingly across the series and had no actors. The rest was purely interviews, beautiful GVs and lots of archive, mostly personal archive, and news archive from periods where the story was being covered. The story covers a 20-year span.”
Franco also praised the collaborative approach in the edit: “The director was a real pleasure to work with, he had a really clear vision but was flexible and open to suggestions. Once we’d done the first round of editing, he was very collaborative in bringing together differing creative ideas. The editor for episode 1 helped set the tone across the series and was great fun to work with. He and the director have worked together for years, so there was a real shared vision.”
Despite the challenges of working on such a layered story with a tight schedule, Franco reflects on the experience positively “This story had so much good material that it was hard getting it down to time. But having the EP01 editor available across all episodes made a huge difference. Plum Pictures were also really good to work with friendly, supportive, practical. A pleasant experience all round. And it’s not often I say that”
Mr and Mrs Murder will be streaming from the 30th July on Hulu and Disney+
The new instalment of this series is Trainwreck: Storm Area 51 edited by Charlie Webb. Back in 2019, 20-year-old Matty Roberts created a joke Facebook event titled “Storm Area 51, They Can’t Stop All of Us.” What started as a tongue-in-cheek post quickly spiralled out of control. As the event went viral, with millions of people marking themselves as “going,” the U.S. Air Force and FBI swiftly responded with serious warnings. Trespassing on military property, they reminded everyone, could be met with deadly force. It didn’t stop the internet. Memes exploded. Plans were drawn to “Naruto-run” past bullets. People dressed up in sexy alien costumes and festival-style raves were planned in the Nevada desert.
This drama-documentary is packed with high-energy VFX, blending interviews with viral YouTubers, military commanders, and UFO hunters. Editor Charlie Webb said “I really enjoyed working with the team. The characters in the series are larger than life , almost comic book like and the story is just absurd. So we really leaned into that visually and tonally . We also worked very hard to capture the craziness of the internet and what was going on in people’s minds throughout, so it is vfx heavy. I’m really excited for people to finally see it as it’s very different to what else is out there”
Trainwreck: Storm Area 51 drops on Netflix on the 29th July.
This new series follows farmer and wildlife advocate Jimmy Doherty as he works with an extraordinary team working to save bears in need. At his Suffolk farm and wildlife refuge, he welcomes some homeless polar bears, a pack of wolves, and two brown bears looking for their forever homes.
Adam Mitchell edited episode 2 ‘Wolves’. Adam said “It was a real joy to work on Jimmy Saves the Bears. And it was wonderful to be back working with Red Sky. It was challenging to re-work the programme from already edited footage but the end result speaks volumes of the team effort from all involved in the production”.
Jimmy Doherty’s Big Bear Rescue premieres this Sunday 6th July at 8pm on Channel 4
Editor:Ian David Smith– Working across Episodes 1, 2 and Pre-titles
Noel Edmonds’ Kiwi Adventure ITV
Former Deal or No Deal host Noel Edmonds has embraced a new chapter in life, relocating to New Zealand’s South Island with his wife Liz in search of a slower pace and a deeper connection to nature.
Noel Edmonds’ Kiwi Adventure follows his journey as he sets down roots in the Tasman region, launching a hospitality venture in the rural town of Ngatimoti that includes a vineyard, coffee cart, general store, and restaurant. The series also documents his ambitious plans to create New Zealand’s first community energy garden. Along the way, Edmonds explores the stunning landscapes and navigates the unique challenges of Kiwi life.
From extreme weather and earthquakes to the importance of sustainable farming, all while celebrating the warmth and resilience of the local people. This series answers long-standing questions about Edmonds’ life after television.
Editor Ian David Smith who worked across Episodes 1, 2 and the Pre-titles said “ It was a tricky edit but I had a lot of fun working on this. Noel is quite a character and there was no end of great footage. I think a lot of people will look at Noel with a very different perspective by the time it’s all been aired”.
Noel Edmunds Kiwi Adventure starts on Friday 20th June 9pm on ITV1
Working in Soho, London on the 7th July 2005, I remember in the morning hearing about the bomb going off and worrying that friends and colleagues may have been on the tube at the time. This documentary looks at what happened that day when four British men detonated suicide bombs on London’s transport system during the busy rush hour, killing 52 people and injuring over 700. Just two weeks later, a failed second attack triggered the UK’s largest-ever manhunt and led to the fatal police shooting of an innocent man. What followed was three weeks of national panic, rising paranoia, and a desperate race to stop further attacks.
Told by those who experienced it, this four-part series takes viewers deep inside the investigation that unfolded in the aftermath of the attacks, a period that changed Britain forever. With a blend of powerful testimony, archive footage, and high-tension drama, Attack on London: Hunting the 7/7 Bombers reveals how authorities scrambled to make sense of the chaos and prevent more bloodshed, all while the country reeled in shock.
We’re proud to highlight the work of editors Jennifer Hampson ( Ep 1) and Duncan Hill ( Ep 2) , who brought their expertise to this intense and emotionally charged series. Their sensitive and compelling editing plays a vital role in telling this story with clarity and respect.
Jennifer said “ An incredible team came together to bring this project to life, We’re profoundly thankful to everyone who courageously shared their experiences and entrusted us with telling this significant chapter of our history.”
Duncan said “Episode 2 was brain achingly difficult. Imagine trying to explain why the bombs went off, jump back in time to show the build-up, then cut to a real-time police investigation — all while clinging desperately to the actual timeline of events like it was the last life raft on the Titanic. It was narrative chaos and timeline Tetris all at once. By the end, I wasn’t sure if I’d edited a documentary or survived a psychological thriller but I’m really pleased with the results.”
London: Hunting the 7/7 Bombers will be available to watch to watch on Netflix from the 1st July.
Step behind the gates of Kensington Palace for a series that reveals what really happened during one of the most talked-about royal encounters of recent years. Megan vs Kate: The Meeting that Changed the Monarchy takes viewers inside the explosive 2018 meeting between the Prince & Princess of Wales and the Duke & Duchess of Sussex.
Through dramatic reconstructions and exclusive insider insights, the series brings new perspective to an event that shook the royal household and dominated global headlines. What was said behind closed doors? How did the relationship between the couples evolve from that moment? This gripping documentary explores the answers.
We’re proud to see familiar names in the edit suite for Mentorn: Editor Kel McKeown, worked on the whole documentary while HassAzzoug brought his skill to parts 5 and 6.
She’s one of the most celebrated writers in the English language, yet the real Jane Austen remains surprisingly elusive. A captivating new three-part series for BBC Arts, Jane Austen: Rise of a Genius, brings her extraordinary story to life.
Marking the 250th anniversary of Austen’s birth, this drama-documentary series does more than revisit the classics, it uncovers the fiercely intelligent woman behind them. Despite having written thousands of letters to her sister Cassandra, most were tragically destroyed after her death in 1817. What remains offers precious glimpses into Austen’s private thoughts, which this series uses as a vital thread throughout the episodes.
Blending cinematic drama with archival material and deeply insightful interviews, Jane Austen: Rise of a Genius features a remarkable line-up of contributors. These include celebrated authors like Helen Fielding, Candice Carty-Williams, Kate Atkinson, Colm Tóibín and Bee Rowlatt, alongside actors Charity Wakefield, Greta Scacchi, Samuel West, Tamsin Greig, Tom Bennett and Greg Wise—many of whom have brought Austen’s characters to life on stage and screen. The series also draws on expertise from historians and scholars including Dr Paula Byrne, Admiral Lord West, Dr Priya Atwal, Dr Louise Curran, and Dr Paddy Bullard, with filmmaker Ken Loach lending his unique perspective.
We’re especially proud to spotlight editor Jennifer Hampson, who cut Episode 2 of this landmark series.
Jane Austen: Rise of a Genius is a fitting tribute to a woman who transformed the literary landscape—and whose genius still speaks to us today.
Obsessed with Pride and Prejudice, Katie’s particularly looking forward to this series!
Premieres on BBC iPlayer and BBC Two from 9pm on Monday 26th May.
Executive Producers: Reese Witherspoon, Sara Rea, Sarah Lazenby
Premieres 28th May
Hello Sunshine F1: Academy
Move over Men, it’s the Women’s turn!! F1: The Academy is set to make a powerful entrance onto the global streaming stage, the all-women racing series has teamed up with Hello Sunshine, to bring fans a brand-new docuseries.
This multi-part series promises an adrenaline-charged, behind-the-scenes look at the F1 Academy offering viewers unprecedented access to the drivers, teams, sponsors, and families who are pushing boundaries in one of the world’s most challenging sports. Beyond the drama on the track, the show will delve into the personal journeys and high stakes that come with competing in this pioneering motorsport category.
Franco came in towards the end of this edit to cut new sequences and help finishing across the series. He said “Everyone on the team was really nice, and the format of the show was great fun to work with. It’s similar to Drive to Survive but following females working their way up F1 standard. It’s got the excitement of Drive but it’s a refreshing take that genuinely feels different. The bravado without the testosterone, and just generally more fun and light-hearted”.
This series isn’t just about high-speed thrills; it’s a celebration of women breaking barriers in motorsport. F1: The Academy puts women in the driver’s seat literally and figuratively! We are looking forward to watching their journeys unfold.
F1: The Academy premieres on Netflix on the 28th May.
