Damilola Taylor: The Untold Story(2026)
Damilola Taylor: The Untold Story Synopsis
Ten-year-old Damilola Taylor was fatally stabbed in 2000 in a stairwell in Peckham, South East London, just metres from his home. 'Star Wars' star John Boyega, who also grew up in Peckham, speaks for the first time about being one of the last people to see him alive, sharing the fear and uncertainty that followed in the aftermath of Taylor's death. Boyega is joined by close friends and family members of Taylor, who reveal the events that led to his death and talk for the first time about the impact his tragic murder has had in shaping their lives.
Damilola Taylor: The Untold Story (2026) is a documentary and crime film directed by Alex Thomas, released on October 5, 2026. It stars John Boyega, Tony Blair, Harriet Harman and Ian McMillan.
- Director:
- Alex Thomas
- Producers:
- Jack Bootle, Nelson Adeosun
- Cinematographer:
- Tom Swindell
- Production:
- BBC, Optomen Television
- Status:
- Released
Damilola Taylor: The Untold Story (2026) Trailer
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Damilola Taylor: The Untold Story Cast & Crew
Main cast
John Boyega
as Self
Tony Blair
as Self (archive footage)
Harriet Harman
as Self (archive footage)
Ian McMillan
as Self (archive photo)
Jodie Whittaker
as Self (archive photo)
Key crew
Directed by Alex Thomas, produced by Jack Bootle and Nelson Adeosun.
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Damilola Taylor: The Untold Story – Frequently Asked Questions
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The main cast of Damilola Taylor: The Untold Story (2026) includes John Boyega, Tony Blair, Harriet Harman, Ian McMillan and Jodie Whittaker. The film was directed by Alex Thomas. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Damilola Taylor: The Untold Story released?
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Damilola Taylor: The Untold Story was released on October 5, 2026.
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