The Making of 24 Hours in A&E
24 Hours in A&E is one of Channel 4's groundbreaking and critically acclaimed programmes. This documentary takes a look behind the scenes at how this large-scale production is made through every stage of the process. It asks why King's College Hospital allowed the cameras in, what impact the series has had on the hospital staff, and why the public agree to be filmed. Unlike most documentaries, the series captures life in the Emergency Department using what's called a 'fixed rig'. This programme captures the rig being set up, as 92 remotely-operated cameras, 100 microphones and 16 miles of wiring are installed in the department by technicians. The programme shows how the crew of 170 - an unprecedented number for a documentary - is assembled and trained. The team work on site for six weeks of non-stop round-the-clock filming, handling 8000 hours of footage to make 28 episodes of the series, which is broadcast in 54 countries.
45 mins · Tue, 4 Jun 2013
24 Hours In A&E for Stand Up To Cancer
A woman with a weak immune system owing to the radiotherapy she underwent for breast cancer is bitten by her cat, a minor injury that could cause her serious problems. A 72-year-old with terminal cancer is brought in with breathing difficulties and a decision must be made about whether to resuscitate her if her condition worsens. Meanwhile, a 13-year-old translates for his Brazilian grandmother and a six-year-old has her head wound stitched.
45 mins · Wed, 19 Oct 2016
Heart Special
In partnership with the British Heart Foundation, follows the stories of three patients treated for cardiac problems, including a 24-year-old ice hockey player.
45 mins · Tue, 17 Mar 2020
Remembrance Day
Some of the most memorable stories from south London's St George's hospital, including Sir John and his devoted son Jonathan, and three-year-old Shane with a suspected broken leg.
45 mins · Tue, 14 Jul 2020
Ready for Anything
A return to memorable stories from King's College and St George's in south London. Jim, who's 79, chats to nurses about lessons he's learnt from life. Van driver Tony has been in a collision.
45 mins · Tue, 21 Jul 2020
On the Edge
A return to some memorable stories from King's College A&E, including a builder who fell down a hole, and a reformed prisoner who turned his life around due to the love of his wife.
45 mins · Tue, 28 Jul 2020
Survivors
A return to memorable stories about patients and staff who've overcome setbacks and adversity. Four-year-old Maddi, who previously had complex neck surgery, has fallen over on a train.
45 mins · Tue, 4 Aug 2020
Miracles
A look back at some memorable stories from down the years, including Sam, a motorcyclist who crashed into a bus and was thrown under a car, leaving him bent double with multiple fractures.
45 mins · Wed, 14 Oct 2020
Family Ties
A look back at some of the most memorable stories filmed at King's College Hospital in South London, featuring two patients seen after life-threatening accidents, and a third who is elderly and evokes feelings of loss, happiness and pride for an onlooker in the waiting room.
45 mins · Wed, 11 Nov 2020
Journey Of Life
Featuring the stories of another three patients, including a retired air stewardess who was rushed into hospital after seriously cutting her leg as her best friend's 70th birthday party. Monica arrives in A&E with hip pain, and talks about growing up in Trinidad and her early years working in the UK as a nurse, and patient Christine has stroke-like symptoms and is suffering with tremors on the left side of her body.
45 mins · Wed, 18 Nov 2020
Guardian Angels
Look backing at some of the most memorable stories filmed at King's College Hospital, including a young woman who had been knocked unconscious in an attack on her way home. Elsewhere, 91-year-old Rose is rushed to King's with a suspected stroke, and reminisces about the strength and resilience of her own grandmother, and a junior doctor talks about his background growing up in Liverpool.
45 mins · Wed, 25 Nov 2020
Never Really Alone
A fond look back at some memorable patients filmed at King's in south London, including a 72-year-old with a clot on her brain and a woman who fell off her chair at bingo.
45 mins · Mon, 8 Mar 2021
Worlds Collide
A look at memorable stories from St George's in South London, showcasing patients who've come to London from across the world, including Mohammed, from Somaliland, who's been hit by a bike.
45 mins · Tue, 30 Mar 2021
Labour of Love
Some memorable stories filmed at King's - from the aftermath of a motorway crash to a concerned teen mum and a Yorkshire couple in crisis on a trip down south
45 mins · Tue, 10 Aug 2021
Turn Back the Clock
A look back at some memorable moments at St George's Hospital in south London, including a father-and-son BMX disaster, a robbery gone wrong, and a man who plunged 15 feet onto concrete
45 mins · Tue, 17 Aug 2021
Precious Time
In this reprise of memorable stories, Derren comes to St George's after fracturing his ankle while trampolining, and a former lollipop lady has been attacked by one of her cats
45 mins · Tue, 24 Aug 2021
A Better Life
A five-year-old is rushed to St George's after being hit by a car. And student Florian describes his dramatic life story from Kosovo to London.
45 mins · Tue, 31 Aug 2021
Just The Way You Are
A collection of memorable stories from St George's Hospital, including a woman with MS who is brought in with suspected sepsis. As doctors work to regulate her temperature, her husband talks about their life together and how they supported each other through her diagnosis. Mel is rushed to St George's after being accidentally knocked down and run over by her husband John. The 71-year-old's blood pressure drops critically low and doctors call a Code Red, putting her on standby for an emergency blood transfusion.
45 mins · Tue, 7 Sep 2021
One True Love
A look back at some of the most memorable staff and patient stories filmed since 2011. At St George's, 79-year-old Carole is rushed to A&E with signs of a stroke. Neurologist Dr Mahinda decides to give her a "clot-busting" drug, but it only has a one-in-eight chance of success. Meanwhile, 10-year-old Aiden has hurt his foot on the monkey bars at school and part-time wrestler Kieran comes in after injuring his knee in a bout.
45 mins · Tue, 1 Mar 2022
A Life's Work
A look back at some memorable stories. Eight-year-old Billy has been crushed by falling bricks and needs urgent surgery. Luke cut his finger at work and dreads an epilepsy seizure.
45 mins · Mon, 21 Mar 2022
Someone To Stand By Me
A look back at some memorable patients at St George's. A retired firefighter has been accidentally hit in the face with a golf club. Four-year-old Elliott has an object stuck up his nose.
45 mins · Mon, 28 Mar 2022
Episode 22
A look back at some memorable A&E stories. An 18-year-old motorcyclist suffers major trauma after colliding with two cars. And a war veteran has had an accident at the gym.
45 mins · Tue, 24 May 2022
Episode 23
45 mins · Mon, 13 Jun 2022
