Murder Trial: The Vanishing Woman: Full TV Schedule and Live Stream

Guilty or not guilty? Haunting cold cases and gripping investigations unfold as Murder suspects stand trial and victim’s families seek justice in Scotland’s High Courts.

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Upcoming Releases

Channel	Episode	Time
BBC Scotland Recent	Part 1 Part 1 Brian Low is shot and found dead in rural Scotland. David Campbell, former gamekeeper of the shooting estate where he worked, stands accused of his premeditated murder.	Your Time Tue 11 Aug · 20:00 UK Tue 11 Aug · 20:00
BBC Scotland Upcoming Release	Part 2 Part 2 Former gamekeeper David Campbell takes the stand to defend himself against a murder charge built on circumstantial evidence. Will the jury believe him?	Your Time Tue 18 Aug · 20:00 UK Tue 18 Aug · 20:00

Channel

BBC Scotland

Recent

Episode

Part 1

Brian Low is shot and found dead in rural Scotland. David Campbell, former gamekeeper of the shooting estate where he worked, stands accused of his premeditated murder.

Time

Your Time

Tue 11 Aug · 20:00

Channel

BBC Scotland

Upcoming Release

Episode

Part 2

Former gamekeeper David Campbell takes the stand to defend himself against a murder charge built on circumstantial evidence. Will the jury believe him?

Time

Your Time

Tue 18 Aug · 20:00

Repeats

Channel	Episode	Time
BBC Two Recent	Part 1 Part 1 Brian Low is shot and found dead in rural Scotland. David Campbell, former gamekeeper of the shooting estate where he worked, stands accused of his premeditated murder.	Your Time Wed 12 Aug · 20:00 UK Wed 12 Aug · 20:00
BBC Two Repeat	Part 1 Part 1 Brian Low is shot and found dead in rural Scotland. David Campbell, former gamekeeper of the shooting estate where he worked, stands accused of his premeditated murder.	Your Time Thu 13 Aug · 22:05 UK Thu 13 Aug · 22:05
BBC Scotland Repeat	Part 1 Part 1 Brian Low is shot and found dead in rural Scotland. David Campbell, former gamekeeper of the shooting estate where he worked, stands accused of his premeditated murder.	Your Time Sat 15 Aug · 20:00 UK Sat 15 Aug · 20:00
BBC Two Repeat	Part 2 Part 2 Former gamekeeper David Campbell takes the stand to defend himself against a murder charge built on circumstantial evidence. Will the jury believe him? ⏱ 59 mins	Your Time Wed 19 Aug · 20:00 UK Wed 19 Aug · 20:00

Channel

BBC Two

Repeat

Episode

Part 1

Brian Low is shot and found dead in rural Scotland. David Campbell, former gamekeeper of the shooting estate where he worked, stands accused of his premeditated murder.

Time

Your Time

Wed 12 Aug · 20:00

Channel

BBC Two

Repeat

Episode

Part 1

Brian Low is shot and found dead in rural Scotland. David Campbell, former gamekeeper of the shooting estate where he worked, stands accused of his premeditated murder.

Time

Your Time

Thu 13 Aug · 22:05

Available for Streaming

Episodes Part 1

The Vanishing Woman: Part 1

Two-part documentary about the investigation and trial of two carers accused of murdering 35-year-old Margaret Fleming and claiming benefits in her name for 16 years.

Duration: 59 mins First broadcast: 7 Jan 2020

Availability: Available for over a year (until 20 Oct 2027)

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Episodes Part 2

The Vanishing Woman: Part 2

Second part of the documentary about the trial that gripped a nation, As the trial continues, witnesses give dramatic testimony as Cairney and Jones stand accused of murdering Margaret Fleming.

Duration: 59 mins First broadcast: 10pm 8 Jan 2020

Availability: Available for over a year (until 20 Oct 2027)

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Episodes Part 1

A Dangerous Affair: Part 1

Unprecedented access to the murder trial related to one of Scotland’s most notorious unsolved mysteries - the disappearance of Renee MacRae and her three-year-old son Andrew.

Duration: 59 mins First broadcast: 10pm 22 Aug 2023

Availability: Available for 7 months (until 22 Aug 2026)

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Episodes Part 2

A Dangerous Affair: Part 2

As the trial continues, the jury hear dramatic testimony and are asked to decide the fate of the accused, William MacDowell. Finally, the verdict is in.

Duration: 59 mins First broadcast: 22 Aug 2023

Availability: Available for 7 months (until 22 Aug 2026)

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Episodes Part 1

A Deadly Obsession: Part 1

A look at one of Scotland’s most high-profile murder trials, the brutal killing of Dr Brenda Page. It was part of the Scottish criminal justice system’s 45-year quest for answers.

Duration: 59 mins First broadcast: 10pm 23 Jan 2024

Availability: Available for over a year (until 23 Jan 2027)

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Episodes Part 2

A Deadly Obsession: Part 2

The trial continues, taking viewers deep into the inner workings of Scotland's justice system. The jury hears testimony from the accused, Christopher Harrisson, before being asked to decide his fate.

Duration: 59 mins First broadcast: 23 Jan 2024

Availability: Available for over a year (until 23 Jan 2027)

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Episodes Episode 1

Body in the Warehouse: Episode 1

The remains of a body are discovered in an abandoned warehouse in Scotland, but the victim, the motive and the cause of death are all unknown. Was it murder? A jury must decide.

Duration: 59 mins First broadcast: 28 Jan 2025

Availability: Available for 30 days (until 28 Jan 2026)

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Episodes Part 1

Girl in the River: Part 1

Following one of the nation’s biggest cold cases - the murder of Caroline Glachan, a Scottish schoolgirl who never came home.

Duration: 59 mins First broadcast: 9pm 28 Jan 2025

Availability: Available for 1 month (until 05 Feb 2026)

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Episodes Part 2

Girl in the River: Part 2

The fate of three defendants hangs in the balance. Two key witnesses reveal more shocking evidence, and one defendant chooses to take the stand.

Duration: 59 mins First broadcast: 28 Jan 2025

Availability: Available for 1 month (until 05 Feb 2026)

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Murder Trial: The Vanishing Woman FAQs

When is Murder Trial: The Vanishing Woman next on?

The next broadcast of Murder Trial: The Vanishing Woman airs at Thu 13 Aug · 22:05(UK: Thu 13 Aug · 22:05) on BBC Two.

Which channel is Murder Trial: The Vanishing Woman next on?

Murder Trial: The Vanishing Woman returns on BBC Two next. Check the listings above for every upcoming airing.

When will Murder Trial: The Vanishing Woman be available on iPlayer?

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