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Daily Mail
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Netflix viewers gasp 'I can't bear to watch' after 'heartbreaking and tragic' first trailer for long-awaited Grenfell documentary
Eight years after the disaster, the public has taken to social media to reiterate their dismay following the release of the first trailer for a powerful new Netflix documentary about the 2017 Grenfell Tower tragedy. In the first ever glimpse of the documentary, Grenfell: Uncovered, Netflix sets out its mission to shine a light on the disconcerting sequence of events that led to the tragic incident at Grenfell Tower, Kensington. The feature-length documentary will address the 'gross negligence' and 'huge corporate scandal' that led to the tragedy. The documentary's director, Olaide Sadiq, was an acclaimed producer on last year's Netflix documentary The Final: The attack on Wembley, as well as Ambulance (2016) and 999: What's your Emergency? (2012) Grenfell: Uncovered is set to premiere on June 20th and the trailer has already been hailed as impactful and emotive, featuring testimony from survivors, fire fighters and victims' families. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Snapshots of new interviews and expert opinions on the Grenfell Blaze has brought the tragedy back into conversation online, sparking outrage and upset at the miscarriage of justice shrouding the incident. 'They were telling us to stay inside'- a woman's voice is heard in the trailer over footage of the building engulfed in flames, 'but the fire was getting closer- we just dashed it for the stairwell.' Theresa May, the Prime Minister at the time of the incident, is heard in the trailer, saying 'Sadly, companies were able to find their way around the regulations.' Netflix viewers shared the following responses on social media, stricken by the raw content shared in the trailer: 'Prison for the politicians, prison for the companies that installed the cladding when the knew the risks. Disgusting that it has taken this long. Disgusting!' 'Grenfell documentary coming on Netflix just reminding us that the government failed those people. So many families lost to such an avoidable tragedy' 'Its insane because we saw this all unfold live over Twitter. Watching people say their goodbyes and begging for help. It breaks my heart every time seeing it all' 'Planning on watching it, even though I know it will upset me' 'I remember sitting at home watching the news all night, it was shocking. It was like I was watching a movie, it was hard to believe it was actually happening, the sadness and grief I felt was massive and I didn't even know anyone.' In February this year, the government suggested that the demolition of Grenfell could begin this September. The Grenfell Tower Memorial Commission has been working towards the creation of a permanent memorial in that space that will honour and preserve the memory of those who lost their lives in the fire. Grenfell: Uncovered will premiere exclusively on Netflix on June 20th.
South Wales Guardian
24-05-2025
- South Wales Guardian
Grenfell survivors and bereaved call for justice in Netflix documentary trailer
Grenfell: Uncovered, which launches on June 20, will aim to share the voices of those impacted by the fire as it examines the chain of events which led to the incident that left 72 people dead in 2017, when the blaze spread via combustible cladding on the west London tower block's exterior. In a trailer for the documentary, one woman can be heard saying: 'We just want justice, why did this have to happen? Why?' A man adds: 'We raised concerns with the council. We were labelled scroungers, we didn't deserve anything, so just shut up.' Elsewhere a voiceover can be heard describing the disaster as a 'huge corporate scandal', while former Conservative prime minister Theresa May remarks that 'sadly companies were able to find a way around the regulations'. Clips of the tower block ablaze are shown in the trailer while one survivor explains she was told to stay inside while the fire was taking hold despite the fact it 'was getting closer', before saying she later 'dashed for the stairwell'. Directed by Olaide Sadiq, who worked as a producer on Netflix's The Final: Attack On Wembley documentary, and produced by Rogan Productions, the documentary will also feature contributions from firefighters, politicians and industry experts. Earlier this month, the Government announced the building's demolition could begin in September, with the decision to remove the tower met with criticism from some of the bereaved and survivors, who felt their views had not been considered. The Grenfell Tower Memorial Commission has been consulting on plans for a permanent memorial in the area of the tower, with recommendations including a 'sacred space' designed to be a 'peaceful place for remembering and reflecting'. In February, it was revealed seven firms, including cladding and insulation companies, criticised in the Grenfell Tower Inquiry final report could be banned from trading, as the Government pledged to bring change in the wake of the fatal fire.
Leader Live
24-05-2025
- Leader Live
Grenfell survivors and bereaved call for justice in Netflix documentary trailer
Grenfell: Uncovered, which launches on June 20, will aim to share the voices of those impacted by the fire as it examines the chain of events which led to the incident that left 72 people dead in 2017, when the blaze spread via combustible cladding on the west London tower block's exterior. In a trailer for the documentary, one woman can be heard saying: 'We just want justice, why did this have to happen? Why?' A man adds: 'We raised concerns with the council. We were labelled scroungers, we didn't deserve anything, so just shut up.' Elsewhere a voiceover can be heard describing the disaster as a 'huge corporate scandal', while former Conservative prime minister Theresa May remarks that 'sadly companies were able to find a way around the regulations'. Clips of the tower block ablaze are shown in the trailer while one survivor explains she was told to stay inside while the fire was taking hold despite the fact it 'was getting closer', before saying she later 'dashed for the stairwell'. Directed by Olaide Sadiq, who worked as a producer on Netflix's The Final: Attack On Wembley documentary, and produced by Rogan Productions, the documentary will also feature contributions from firefighters, politicians and industry experts. Earlier this month, the Government announced the building's demolition could begin in September, with the decision to remove the tower met with criticism from some of the bereaved and survivors, who felt their views had not been considered. The Grenfell Tower Memorial Commission has been consulting on plans for a permanent memorial in the area of the tower, with recommendations including a 'sacred space' designed to be a 'peaceful place for remembering and reflecting'. In February, it was revealed seven firms, including cladding and insulation companies, criticised in the Grenfell Tower Inquiry final report could be banned from trading, as the Government pledged to bring change in the wake of the fatal fire.
Metro
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Netflix viewers divided after watching first trailer for Grenfell: Uncovered
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Netflix viewers have shared mixed feelings over the upcoming documentary about the Grenfell Tower fire. In a new trailer released today, Grenfell: Uncovered highlights the preventable mistakes and systematic neglect that led to the disaster that shook London to its core eight years ago. The feature-length documentary directed by Olaide Sadiq takes a look at the disturbing chain of events that led to the blaze on June 14, 2017. Uncovering actions taken by the government and businesses years before the fire, it shows how the lives of 72 people could have been saved. Speaking to survivors, firefighters and bereaved families, the trailer has been praised as extremely powerful and moving. Wake up to find news on your TV shows in your inbox every morning with Metro's TV Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your show in the link we'll send you so we can get TV news tailored to you. Taking to social media, many people were keen to point out how this is 'much needed' in bringing justice to the victims. Writing on the comments page on YouTube, @hugoriveracn said: 'Justice for the fallen now.' @estherxmed wrote: 'Very tragic event. I remember when this was all over the news. Can't wait to watch this.' @mrscwhite18 also said: 'I remember living in England and this happened absolutely shocked!!' Writing on X, @dannybster added: 'This is much needed!' @fanxyheon also commented: 'Oh I WILL be tuning in. I need every person to get their justice.' However, not all Netflix fans seemed as eager to watch the show, as many claimed it is too painful to even think about. Writing on X, @a_ihateithere said: 'I don't think I can bare to watch this. The trailer alone breaks my heart [sic]'. @nicoleloiseee wrote on Youtube: 'Idk how I feel about this. Like the victims still haven't had justice. If the survivors and families are ok with it and have been involved then I support them but if not then this wouldn't feel right.' Elsewhere in the trailer, former Prime Minister Theresa May makes an appearance to address the failings during the construction of the tower. Another resident also states that they never expected a fire such as this to occur, 'because this is the United Kingdom'. Following lengthy investigations, it was concluded that the Grenfell fire began with a broken refrigerator on the 16th floor. This ignited exposed gas pipes and highly flammable building materials. After the inquiry found all deaths were avoidable, the fire was said to have been the result of a chain of failures by governments, 'dishonest' companies and the fire service, the latter of which failed to implement strategies for tackling fires in high-rise buildings with cladding. Speaking in June 2018, former PM May admitted that her response to the tragedy was 'not good enough'. More Trending She also expressed regret over not meeting with survivors and locals during her first visit to the site. Ahead of the fire's first anniversary, she wrote in the Evening Standard: 'It was a tragedy unparalleled in recent history, and although many people did incredible work during and after the fire, it has long been clear that the initial response was not good enough. 'I include myself in that.' Grenfell: Uncovered will be available to watch on Netflix on June 20. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. View More » MORE: Popular streaming app to stop working on some Fire TV sticks from next month MORE: Netflix fans disturbed by 'haunting' trailer for OceanGate sub documentary MORE: Stephen Graham has an idea of where Adolescence season 2 could go
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Yahoo
Grenfell survivors and bereaved call for justice in Netflix documentary trailer
Grenfell Tower survivors and the bereaved can be heard calling for justice while one person claims victims were treated like 'scroungers' who 'didn't deserve anything' in a trailer for a new Netflix documentary about the disaster. Grenfell: Uncovered, which launches on June 20, will aim to share the voices of those impacted by the fire as it examines the chain of events which led to the incident that left 72 people dead in 2017, when the blaze spread via combustible cladding on the west London tower block's exterior. In a trailer for the documentary, one woman can be heard saying: 'We just want justice, why did this have to happen? Why?' A man adds: 'We raised concerns with the council. We were labelled scroungers, we didn't deserve anything, so just shut up.' Elsewhere a voiceover can be heard describing the disaster as a 'huge corporate scandal', while former Conservative prime minister Theresa May remarks that 'sadly companies were able to find a way around the regulations'. Clips of the tower block ablaze are shown in the trailer while one survivor explains she was told to stay inside while the fire was taking hold despite the fact it 'was getting closer', before saying she later 'dashed for the stairwell'. Directed by Olaide Sadiq, who worked as a producer on Netflix's The Final: Attack On Wembley documentary, and produced by Rogan Productions, the documentary will also feature contributions from firefighters, politicians and industry experts. Earlier this month, the Government announced the building's demolition could begin in September, with the decision to remove the tower met with criticism from some of the bereaved and survivors, who felt their views had not been considered. The Grenfell Tower Memorial Commission has been consulting on plans for a permanent memorial in the area of the tower, with recommendations including a 'sacred space' designed to be a 'peaceful place for remembering and reflecting'. In February, it was revealed seven firms, including cladding and insulation companies, criticised in the Grenfell Tower Inquiry final report could be banned from trading, as the Government pledged to bring change in the wake of the fatal fire.
