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BBC Three's Dark Dive into Misogyny: EastEnders Investigates

9/25/2025

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BBC Three will air EastEnders Investigates: The Manosphere on October 9.
The documentary tackles misogyny and toxic masculinity, may feature cast members, reflecting themes.
It centers on teenager Joel Marshall, who has committed multiple offenses, including sexual assault and non-consensual recording.
Ben Wadey says the storyline will escalate, and Alice Haig calls it "very, very dark."

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Story summary

BBC Three will air EastEnders Investigates: The Manosphere on October 9.
The documentary tackles misogyny and toxic masculinity, may feature cast members, reflecting themes.
It centers on teenager Joel Marshall, who has committed multiple offenses, including sexual assault and non-consensual recording.
Ben Wadey says the storyline will escalate, and Alice Haig calls it "very, very dark."