The Murder of Louise Kam: From 1.2m+ on Channel 5 to top 3 on Netflix UK films

After a successful airing on Channel 5, which drew audiences of over 1.2 million — The Murder of Louise Kam a feature-length true-crime film about a £5m fraud that spiralled into murder launched on Netflix last month. We were genuinely thrilled to see it connect so widely there, hitting the Top 10 in Films across the UK and Ireland and peaking at No. 3 in the UK.

By the numbers

• Channel 5 premiere: 1.2m+ viewers

• Netflix: Top 10 Films in the UK & Ireland, peaked at No. 3 (UK)

Beyond the numbers, the film sparked strong engagement across press and social, sustaining interest on Channel 5’s platforms while also introducing the story to a broader Netflix audience. For us, it’s a clear example of how a premium UK premiere can travel, build momentum, and then convert into meaningful streaming reach.