Storyville

Showcasing the best in international documentaries, Storyville has developed an enviable reputation since its inception more than a decade ago. Screening over 340 films, from some 70 different countries, the strand has garnered a staggering array of awards: five Oscars, 15 Griersons, three Peabodys and two International Emmys. In true, unique, Storyville style, the new series promises to deliver the strand's usual eclectic mix of compelling stories from across the globe.

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Status	Returning Series
Original Name	Storyville
First Air Date	November 15, 1997
Last Air Date	March 11, 2025
Seasons	29
Episodes	678
Episode Runtime	1h 25min
Language	English
Original Language	English
Production Countries	United Kingdom
Production Companies	BBC Four
Networks	BBC Four BBC Two

S29E11

The Contestant

The incredible true story of a man who lived for 15 months trapped inside a small room, naked, starving and alone... completely unaware that his life was being broadcast on national TV to over 17 million viewers a week.

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