Series synopsis
The Fall: Skydive Murder Plot is a British documentary crime television series that premiered on Channel 4 on June 11, 2024. It stars MyAnna Buring and Neil Bishop.
An in-depth look at Victoria Cilliers' apparent skydiving 'accident' during which both her main and reserve parachutes failed, sending her hurtling straight to the ground. The incident set in motion an investigation by a pair of dogged detectives, DC Maddy Hennah and DI Paul Franklin, who spent two years pulling at the threads of Emile's life - revealing affairs, debts, sex clubs, escorts and murderous intent.
Premise
An in-depth look at Victoria Cilliers' apparent skydiving 'accident' during which both her main and reserve parachutes failed, sending her hurtling straight to the ground. The incident set in motion an investigation by a pair of dogged detectives, DC Maddy Hennah and DI Paul Franklin, who spent two years pulling at the threads of Emile's life - revealing affairs, debts, sex clubs, escorts and murderous intent.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- MyAnna Buring as Victoria Cilliers
- Neil Bishop as Emile Cilliers
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 3 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 3 | June 11, 2024 | June 13, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 The police investigate after both of Victoria Cilliers' parachutes fail in a nightmare skydive. Miraculously, Victoria survived. But it's clear it wasn't an accident. The prime suspect: her husband. |
June 11, 2024 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Victoria begins to question elements of her marriage. Meanwhile, her husband Emile is bailed while the police pursue their investigation. But the subsequent trial does not go to plan. |
June 12, 2024 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 The police delve deeper into Emile Cilliers' past. Can they convince the jury that he was a master manipulator? The trial reaches a dramatic conclusion. |
June 13, 2024 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Channel 4 |
|---|---|
| First aired | June 11, 2024 |
| Last aired | June 13, 2024 |
| Status | continue |