Stolen Babies
“Between 1949 and 1976 over 250,000 unmarried mothers in the UK had their babies forcibly taken by the state... these are official figures”
Synopsis
Told by the mothers and children who were separated from one another, this landmark documentary reveals the full scale of the UK's forced adoption scandal. Over four decades, 250,000 unmarried mothers were forced by the British state to give up their babies. Their first-hand accounts expose the system that tore families apart, its lasting impact, and the fight to uncover the truth that led to a moment of national reckoning.
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Stolen Babies | TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-09-04
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kate Schofield
- Original Score
- Scott Twynholm
- Original Title
- Stolen Babies
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Finestripe Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kate Schofield
Scott Twynholm
Tom Hayward, Julian Schwanitz
Jon Bruce, Reva Childs, David G. Hill
Calum Leslie, Kate Schofield, Lorraine McKechnie
Department Leadership Roster
Tom Hayward
Director of Photography
Julian Schwanitz
Director of Photography
Jon Bruce
Editor
Calum Leslie
Producer
Reva Childs
Editor
David G. Hill
Editor
Kate Schofield
Producer
Kate Schofield
Director
Matt Pinder
Editor
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Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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What is Stolen Babies about?
Told by the mothers and children who were separated from one another, this landmark documentary reveals the full scale of the UK's forced adoption scandal. Over four decades, 250,000 unmarried mothers were forced by the British state to give up their babies. Their first-hand accounts expose the system that tore families apart, its lasting impact, and the fight to uncover the truth that led to a moment of national reckoning.
Who directed Stolen Babies?
Stolen Babies was directed by Kate Schofield.
Who stars in Stolen Babies?
The principal cast of Stolen Babies includes Keir Starmer, Marion McMillan, Ann Keen, Joan Chambers, Mark Lloyd-Fox.
When was Stolen Babies released and how long is it?
Stolen Babies was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Stolen Babies?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Stolen Babies was composed by Scott Twynholm.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Stolen Babies?
Stolen Babies holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.).