Channel 4 beams up The Big E.T. Conspiracy (w/t)

Channel 4 has commissioned a one-off documentary from Plum Pictures that will meet British people who believe in extra-terrestrial conspiracy theories.

Writer and comedian Dan Schreiber will travel across the UK to meet an array of Brits who believe there is a global conspiracy to cover up alien visits to Earth. In meeting these characters, Dan plans to discover why so many people of all walks of life are captivated by extra-terrestrial mysteries. Along the way, he’ll hear extraordinary theories on why authorities could be hiding the existence of aliens, and how extra-terrestrial beings may already be walking among us.

Commissioned by Anna Miralis for Channel 4, this one-hour documentary will include accounts from those who claim to have experienced close encounters, interviews with leading experts in the ufology community and individuals who have dedicated their life’s work to uncovering the alleged alien cover-ups.

As well as stand-up comedy, Dan’s career highlights include co-creating BBC Radio 4’s Museum of Curiosity and being a researcher/’Elf’ for BBC Two’s QI. Speaking about the project, Dan comments: “Channel 4 have let me loose on my first ever TV documentary to meet people who may have had contact with aliens. I’m fascinated by conspiracy theories - the stories, the people and the connections they make. This isn't about proving them right, or debunking them, it's just an appreciation for some fantastic mind-blowing ideas.”

Will Daws, Executive Producer at Plum Pictures added: “Dan is an exciting new presenter who brings a fresh insight into the world of the ET conspiracy theories. He has embarked on a mysterious journey full of claims of strange sightings and government cover ups, but never loses his sense of awe at being introduced to some of the country’s best-known conspiracy theorists.“

Anna Miralis, commissioning editor for Documentaries at Channel 4, said: “We all at some point consider whether we’re alone in the universe, and some have made it their mission to convince the world that we aren’t. We’re excited to be working with Plum Productions and Dan on this doc. His warm humour and genuine passion for the topic make him the perfect frontman for the programme.”

The Big E.T. Conspiracy (w/t) is a 1 x 60 minute documentary from Plum Pictures. It is directed by Daniel Lucchesi and executive produced by Will Daws.