The Great Smog of London (2026)
For five days in December 1952, a thick smog suffocated the British capital causing the death of thousands of Londoners. The health catastrophe lead to a realisation, in Britain and around the world, that air pollution was a serious threat to human health. This documentary reveals what happened, hour by hour, in one of the worst peacetime disasters of the 20th century.
Director: Pierre Sainteny
Genre: Belgesel, Tarih, TV film
Runtime: 53 min
Release Date: April 2, 2026
Cast
- Chloé Réjon - Main narrator (voice)
- Valérie Levy - Narrator (voice)
- Alain Ghazal - Narrator (voice)
- Patrick Kuban - Narrator (voice)
Original Language: fr
Themes
Ancient Evolution and Nature Origins
Keywords
london, england, pollution, government, winter, climate, crisis, weather, urban, united kingdom, smog, 1950s, industrialization, history, accountability, reconstruction
More Films by Director: Pierre Sainteny
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Great Smog of London about?
- For five days in December 1952, a thick smog suffocated the British capital causing the death of thousands of Londoners. The health catastrophe lead to a realisation, in Britain and around the world, that air pollution was a serious threat to human health. This documentary reveals what happened, hour by hour, in one of the worst peacetime disasters of the 20th century.
- Who directed The Great Smog of London?
- The Great Smog of London was directed by Pierre Sainteny.
- Who stars in The Great Smog of London?
- The Great Smog of London stars Chloé Réjon, Valérie Levy, Alain Ghazal, Patrick Kuban.
- How long is The Great Smog of London?
- The Great Smog of London has a runtime of 53m (53 minutes).
- What genre is The Great Smog of London?
- The Great Smog of London is a Belgesel, Tarih, TV film film.
- What are the themes of The Great Smog of London?
- The themes of The Great Smog of London include: Ancient Evolution and Nature Origins.