Brass Eye

Brass Eye was created by the controversial satirist Chris Morris, who also starred as the incredibly oblivious anchor. The show featured a massive team of writers, including future Hollywood talents like Graham Linehan and Charlie Brooker. It aired on Channel 4 and quickly became a legendary cult classic for its biting media satire.

The Paedogeddon special, officially titled Paedophilia, aired in 2001 and sparked one of the biggest controversies in British television history. The episode brilliantly satirized the British media's hysterical and often contradictory approach to reporting on pedophilia. It generated thousands of official complaints and led to actual questions being asked in the UK Parliament.

Yes, one of the show's defining mechanics was tricking actual British politicians and celebrities into endorsing completely fake, absurd public service campaigns. Famous figures like Phil Collins and various Members of Parliament were convinced to wear massive, absurd anti-drug t-shirts and warn the public about a fictional drug called Cake. This showcased the media's willingness to endorse anything if it improved their public image.

All seven episodes of Brass Eye, including the 1997 series and the 2001 special, are available to stream on Channel 4's streaming service in the UK. For international audiences, the complete series is available on DVD and occasionally features on various cult streaming platforms. Because of its highly offensive content, it is rarely broadcast on traditional cable television.