Small Town, Big Riot Season 1 Episode 1 Airs September 23 2024 on BBC Three

“Small Town, Big Riot” is set to make its debut on BBC Three with its first episode airing on Monday, September 23, 2024, at 9:00 PM. This new series follows award-winning journalist Mobeen Azhar as he dives into the heart of Kirkby, a town just 28 miles east of Liverpool. The show aims to uncover the events that led to one of the UK’s most significant riots in recent history.

In this episode, viewers will see Mobeen exploring the circumstances surrounding a seemingly peaceful protest outside an asylum seeker hotel. What begins as a demonstration quickly escalates into chaos, raising questions about community tensions and social issues. Mobeen’s investigative approach seeks to understand the underlying factors that contributed to this dramatic turn of events.

As the story unfolds, the episode promises to provide insight into the lives of those involved, highlighting the complexities of public sentiment and unrest. “Small Town, Big Riot” aims to shed light on a critical moment in time, offering a thoughtful examination of the challenges faced by communities in contemporary Britain.

Release Date & Time: 9:00 PM Monday 23 September 2024 on BBC Three

Small Town, Big Riot Cast – Season 1 Episode 1