The FGM Detectives
Synopsis
The horrific crime of female genital mutilation is banned in the UK but it is estimated that nearly 20,000 young women a year are still at risk of the procedure. And despite being banned more than 30 years ago, there have been no successful convictions. This harrowing documentary, from reporter Cathy Newman, follows the work of DCI Leanne Pook and her team, who are tackling the crime in Bristol.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joanna Potts
- Original Title
- The FGM Detectives
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joanna Potts
Joanna Potts
Department Leadership Roster
Joanna Potts
Director
Joanna Potts
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The FGM Detectives.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring The FGM Detectives.
list13
3
test
T
hhhh
NETFLIXORIGINALS
THIS IS THE ORIGINALS MOVIES
More Like The FGM Detectives
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About The FGM Detectives
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The FGM Detectives about?
The horrific crime of female genital mutilation is banned in the UK but it is estimated that nearly 20,000 young women a year are still at risk of the procedure. And despite being banned more than 30 years ago, there have been no successful convictions. This harrowing documentary, from reporter Cathy Newman, follows the work of DCI Leanne Pook and her team, who are tackling the crime in Bristol.
Who directed The FGM Detectives?
The FGM Detectives was directed by Joanna Potts.
Who stars in The FGM Detectives?
The principal cast of The FGM Detectives includes Cathy Newman.
When was The FGM Detectives released and how long is it?
The FGM Detectives was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.