The Hunt For Shannon Matthews(2025)
The Hunt For Shannon Matthews Synopsis
Featuring testimony from friends, neighbours, journalists and detectives at the heart of the search for Shannon Matthews, this is the inside story of a case that became a defining moment in British public life, a missing child caught in the middle of a media frenzy, and a case that sparked debates that still resonate today. This two-part series explores how truth, trust and community unravelled under the weight of suspicion and scrutiny.
The Hunt For Shannon Matthews (2025) is a documentary and crime film directed by Ben Sheldon, released on August 17, 2025 with a runtime of 1h 30m. It stars Jeremy Vine, Karen Matthews, Michael Donovan and Julie Bushby. Viewers rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- Director:
- Ben Sheldon
- Producers:
- Iain Scollay, Nicole Kleeman, Emma Stewart
- Production:
- Firecrest Films
- Status:
- Released
The Hunt For Shannon Matthews Cast & Crew
Main cast
Jeremy Vine
as Self
- Karen Matthews
Karen Matthews
as Self (archive)
- Michael Donovan
Michael Donovan
as Self (archive)
- Julie Bushby
Julie Bushby
as Self
- Petra Jamieson
Petra Jamieson
as Self
- Detective Constable Christine Freeman
Detective Constable Christine Freeman
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Ben Sheldon, produced by Iain Scollay, Nicole Kleeman and Emma Stewart.
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The Hunt For Shannon Matthews Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.5/10 from 2 ratings.
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The Hunt For Shannon Matthews – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Hunt For Shannon Matthews online?
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Who stars in The Hunt For Shannon Matthews?
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The main cast of The Hunt For Shannon Matthews (2025) includes Jeremy Vine, Karen Matthews, Michael Donovan, Julie Bushby and Petra Jamieson. The film was directed by Ben Sheldon. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Hunt For Shannon Matthews released?
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The Hunt For Shannon Matthews was released on August 17, 2025 and runs for 1h 30m.
Is The Hunt For Shannon Matthews worth watching?
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The Hunt For Shannon Matthews (2025) holds an average rating of 6.5 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and crime films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.