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Channel 5's Drama Explores Huw Edwards' Controversial Downfall

3/21/2026

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Channel 5's drama Power: The Downfall of Huw Edwards stars Martin Clunes.
The series centers on former BBC newsreader Huw Edwards's downfall and his conviction for possessing indecent images of children.
It details Edwards's interactions with Ryan Davies, who helped producers share his story.
Channel 5 defends the show as a necessary exploration of issues despite critics' concerns about timing.
The program airs on March 24, 2026, at 9 PM.

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Story summary

Channel 5's drama Power: The Downfall of Huw Edwards stars Martin Clunes.
The series centers on former BBC newsreader Huw Edwards's downfall and his conviction for possessing indecent images of children.
It details Edwards's interactions with Ryan Davies, who helped producers share his story.
Channel 5 defends the show as a necessary exploration of issues despite critics' concerns about timing.
The program airs on March 24, 2026, at 9 PM.