Channel 4 Orders More To Catch a Copper

Channel 4 has ordered a second season of To Catch a Copper, which goes behind the scenes of the British police scrutiny system.

Channel 4 and producer Story Films (The Fall: Skydive Murder Plot) are also in negotiation for a further two seasons. While the first season was filmed with Avon and Somerset Police, the forthcoming series will pursue new points of access.

Peter Beard, executive producer for Story Films, said, “We are incredibly proud of To Catch a Copper. It had a genuine impact by raising an important debate and not being afraid to ask difficult questions. We’re thrilled to be able to return to this subject.”

Sacha Mirzoeff, commissioning editor for Channel 4, added, “We are delighted to recommission To Catch a Copper at scale. The first series, executed superbly by the team at Story Films, provided classic public service television—both having thrilling and engaging narratives but also posing key questions reflecting modern Britain.”