James Nesbitt: Disasters That Changed Britain - Season 1
Season 1
Episodes
Paddington Rail Crash
James Nesbitt explores some of Britain's most tragic disasters, starting with the 1999 rail accident at Ladbroke Grove in London that left 31 dead.
Zeebrugge Ferry Disaster
James Nesbitt examines the tragic events of 6 March 1987 when the ferry Herald of Free Enterprise capsized, resulting in the deaths of 193 passengers and crew.
Piper Alpha
James Nesbitt examines the Piper Alpha oil platform explosion of 1988, one of the most devastating man-made catastrophes to date.
Munich Air Crash
James Nesbitt examines the tragic story of the 1958 Munich air crash, which claimed 23 lives, including those of eight Manchester United footballers.
King's Cross Fire
James Nesbitt heads to London to shed light on the devastating 1987 King's Cross fire, which killed 31 people and injured 100.
Grenfell Tower
James Nesbitt examines the Grenfell Tower fire. On 14 June 2017, the 24-storey apartment block went up in flames leading to 71 deaths.
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