Gerry and Kate McCann say they are disappointed by a new Channel 5 true-crime drama, “Under Suspicion: Kate McCann,” which is set around the 2007 investigation into the disappearance of their daughter Madeleine. According to multiple reports, the couple says the programme was made without seeking their consent. They argue the portrayal of events and depiction of their family and the early investigation has a “negative impact” on them. The articles also note that the drama includes scenes that depict Kate McCann being cross-examined during the initial investigation, which the parents say is distressing and not appropriate given the circumstances. The Independent and other outlets report the parents’ criticism, describing their reaction as disappointed. The reports focus on the McCanns’ response and do not indicate a public reply from Channel 5 or the programme’s creators in the material provided. The dispute centers on consultation and the effect of dramatized coverage on the family rather than on new factual claims about the case itself.
Madeleine McCann’s parents criticize Channel 5 true crime drama over alleged impact
Gerry and Kate McCann say they are disappointed by a new Channel 5 true-crime drama, “Under Suspicion: Kate McCann,” which is set around the 2007 investigation into the disappearance of their daughter...
- Gerry and Kate McCann respond critically to Channel 5’s true crime drama “Under Suspicion: Kate McCann.”
- They say they were not consulted or did not give consent for the programme.
- They say the drama will have a negative impact on their family.
- The show depicts elements of the 2007 investigation, including Kate McCann being portrayed as cross-examined by police.
- Multiple outlets describe the parents’ reaction as disappointed.
Madeleine McCann's parents Gerry and Kate McCann claimed that the new Channel 5 drama, Under Suspicion: Kate McCann, did not ask their consent to make it and will have a "negative impact" on their family
3 months agoChannel 5's Under Suspicion: Kate McCann depicts Madeleine's mother being cross-examined by police during the initial investigation into her disappearance in May 2007.
3 months agoChannel 5's Under Suspicion: Kate McCann depicts Madeleine's mother being cross-examined by police during the initial investigation into her disappearance in May 2007.
3 months agoChannel 5’s Under Suspicion: Kate McCann, depicts Madeleine’s mother being treated as a suspect during the investigation into her disappearance in May 2007
3 months agoKate and Gerry McCann said they were not consulted about a new true crime programme focusing on the investigation into their daughter’s disappearance.
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