Cause of Death (Series 2)

Filmed with exclusive access to one of the UK’s busiest coroner’s offices, Cause of Death follows the delicate process of uncovering the truth behind unexplained deaths. Each episode traces the journey from the first emergency call to the final inquest, revealing the human stories behind the statistics, and the quiet professionalism of those tasked with finding answers.

2023
4 × 60 min documentary series
Produced for Channel 5
Series Producer: Annalese Edwards
Exec Producer: Anna Hall
Edit: Will Simpson

With over 4,000 fatalities a year, every unexplained death passes through the hands of the coroner. Until the cause is known, the story remains open, each case a thread waiting to be pulled. Behind the scenes, we see the quiet precision of those working to bring clarity from uncertainty.