You've Been Scammed: Story, Cast and Series Facts

Story and premise

Matt Allwright uncovers the secrets of the sophisticated scams that target millions of Britons each year. Matt meets the ordinary people whose lives have been devastated by these scams, and hears how they were cleverly but cruelly manipulated into handing over their cash. Plus, how the authorities are fighting back against the conmen and bringing them to justice. Also, information about the latest scams out there, who they target and how to avoid them.

Series details

• Title: You've Been Scammed
• Format: Documentary
• Language: English
• Genres: Crime
• Premiere date: 2011-11-14
• Final broadcast date listed: 2013-03-29
• Status in TVmaze: Ended
• Network listed by TVmaze: BBC One
• Network country: United Kingdom
• Typical episode runtime: 36 minutes
• TVMaze ID: 29591

Cast and credited roles

• Matt Allwright — Presenter

Seasons in the TVmaze catalogue

• Season 1: premiered 2011-11-14; final listed air date 2011-11-25; episode order: 10.
• Season 2: premiered 2012-12-10; final listed air date 2013-03-29; episode order: 15.

Source and licence

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