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Toxic Town

  • TV Mini Series
  • 2025
  • TV-MA
  • 1h
IMDb RATING
7.5/10
11K
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Jodie Whittaker in Toxic Town (2025)
The tragic toxic waste case in the East Midlands and three mothers fighting for the justice for the rates of upper limb defects in babies born in Corby were subsequently found to be three times higher than those of children born.
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When dozens of babies in Corby are born with disabilities, their mothers embark on a battle to hold those responsible to account.When dozens of babies in Corby are born with disabilities, their mothers embark on a battle to hold those responsible to account.When dozens of babies in Corby are born with disabilities, their mothers embark on a battle to hold those responsible to account.

  • Creator
    • Jack Thorne
  • Stars
    • Jodie Whittaker
    • Aimee Lou Wood
    • Brendan Coyle
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.5/10
    11K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    663
    12
    • Creator
      • Jack Thorne
    • Stars
      • Jodie Whittaker
      • Aimee Lou Wood
      • Brendan Coyle
    • 29User reviews
    • 17Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 1 nomination total

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    Jodie Whittaker
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    • Susan McIntyre
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    Aimee Lou Wood
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    • Tracey Taylor
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    Brendan Coyle
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    • Roy Thomas
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    Robert Carlyle
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    • Sam Hagen
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      • Jack Thorne
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    Reviewers say 'Toxic Town' is a powerful miniseries with strong performances by Jodie Whittaker and Aimee Lou Wood, tackling environmental scandal and corporate negligence. The compelling storytelling and emotional impact are widely praised. However, some criticize the melodrama, over-the-top acting, and clichés. Modern elements clashing with the period setting and excessive foul language are also noted. Despite these issues, many find the series engaging and important, emphasizing its impactful message.
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    9ilikeunicorns12

    When women stick together

    Loved this. Love women.

    I can't believe I hadn't heard of this case. I just saw the photo of Sarah, Tracey and Maggie alongside the actors who played them-beautiful. It's evident that the whole project was approached with a lot of care from everyone involved, all while keeping it engaging and entertaining. A wonderful piece of work with a clear message and beautiful portrayal of community. The final episode was very powerful, and there were even a few funny moments that seemed organic and not out of place-quite rare for these types of shows in my opinion.

    Amazing performances from the cast, especially Jodie Whittaker, Aimee Lou Wood (I loved Tracey), Robert Carlyle.... But honestly, everyone was so good.

    I had a slight issue with the huge time jumps between each episode but I understand it's based on a true story so not much could be done about that. It's more so a compliment than a criticism-I wanted to know more about the characters! But I do appreciate that it wasn't dragged out-four episodes is perfect.

    Also loved the title design (with the letters turning to dust)!
    10tcbhiphop

    Injustice brought to life

    Where to start, wow, I couldn't stop watching, the cast that was put together was perfect, most of the accents close enough to spot on, this is a real injustice true story that rocked the town, but the accuracy of the story telling and the whole sense of the characters and feelings was brought to life on screen perfectly.

    Hopefully this is point in history that is taken onboard so this or anything similar never happens again.

    Although the likeness of the main characters are not similar I thought the mannerisms for the McIntyre family was spot on, I know this as I live in the area the show is based.

    This is a must watch. 10/10.
    10katetarr

    Definitely worth binge watching

    Wow, just wow.

    A good adaptation of a true story.

    Very well written and excellent acting.

    I absolutely loved how true the programme makers were to keeping it in the 1990s. Decor, accessories, clothes, cars.... every thing was so well represented.

    The story, I am not from up north and was not at an age to remember it in the press, so thoroughly enjoyed the telling of the case and journey all the characters took.

    Given the corruption and politics, it was handled well, it was not too top heavy on politics which can bog down a series. More about the feelings and the people.

    Really worthy of the time.

    KT.
    10Annabellamozzarella

    Finally a drama with substance

    An important story which resonates around the world where big companies have destroyed countless lives with their poisons. Toxic Town tells the true account of how a small community saw birth defects as a result of a company making a profit by cutting corners on health and safety measures. The acting was superb from the entire cast but a special mention to Aimee Lou Wood who gave a very touching performance about the loss of her baby. I wasn't familiar with this case, so the story kept me on a hook, not knowing how it would end. Four episodes are just the right number - it never became sentimental or repititive which happens a lot on Netflix who seem to love dragging stories out. More dramas about real life and less about spies and violence please.
    8skylerkennethkidd

    The sad reality

    I loved this show and wish it was a bit longer. It's sad to know this is a reality in our world and why are health as a whole is on a rise in multiple areas. From deformities, to autism, to many other health issues. I'm not a big fan of most of it regardless if you use safety or not. To many horror stories and waters still poisoned in states for decades. It's even worse that companies cut corners putting profit before health and safety. Its embarrassing and needs more money put into the research of the harm it all causes. I'm glad the mothers were able to win and it makes me happy to hear. Id like to look into all the true facts of this story.

    Watched on Netflix 4-4-2025.

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      Jodie Whittaker and Aimee Lou Wood met with the real Susan McIntyre and Tracey Taylor, who they respectively portrayed in the series.
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    • Release date
      • February 27, 2025 (France)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
    • Official site
      • Channel 5 (United Kingdom)
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Токсичне місто
    • Filming locations
      • East Midlands, England, UK
    • Production company
      • Broke and Bones
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    • Runtime
      • 1h(60 min)
    • Color
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    • Sound mix
      • Mono
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

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