The Great Smog of London
Apr 02, 2026 · 53m
Director
Pierre SaintenyOverview
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.
Cast of The Great Smog of London
Crew of The Great Smog of London
Pierre SaintenyDirector, Writer- Bettina HofmannProducer
- Steven ArtelsProducer
- Frédéric PfyfferProducer
- Cyrille PerezExecutive Producer
- Gilles PerezExecutive Producer
- Dominique MonteiroExecutive Producer
- Olivier BodinOriginal Music Composer
- Benoît DanielOriginal Music Composer
- Lionel DelebarreEditor
- Bertrand GuezCamera Operator, Sound
- Arnaud MansirCamera Operator, Sound
- Marie CorberandResearcher
- Clara-Gaïl FontanelResearcher
- Charles-François MathisScientific Consultant
- Jean-Philippe BorgeotSound Re-Recording Mixer
- Jean-Marie FrémontColorist
- Thomas FageGraphic Designer
- Flavie DavidDigital Intermediate
- Cécile StephanDigital Intermediate
About The Great Smog of London
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.
When was The Great Smog of London released?
The Great Smog of London was released on April 2, 2026.
How long is The Great Smog of London?
The Great Smog of London runs 53 minutes.
Who directed The Great Smog of London?
The Great Smog of London was directed by Pierre Sainteny.
Who is in the cast of The Great Smog of London?
The cast of The Great Smog of London includes Chloé Réjon (Main narrator (voice)), Valérie Levy (Narrator (voice)), Alain Ghazal (Narrator (voice)) and Patrick Kuban (Narrator (voice)).