Diabolical: The Epstein Files - ABC Content Sales

A GRIPPING, FORENSIC DEEP-DIVE INTO ONE OF THE MOST SHOCKING CRIMINAL NETWORKS OF OUR TIME

It’s the scandal that has shocked Americans and rocked the Trump administration. A legal and political saga that has shattered fundamental beliefs that all are equal in the eyes of the law.

When society rich lister and sexual predator Jeffrey Epstein was found dead in his jail cell in 2019, the long-running conspiracy theories exploded. Was he murdered? Did he blackmail his powerful friends? Who in his elite circle was involved in his crimes? And ultimately, how did Epstein evade justice for so long?

Most Americans believe the answers lie in the Epstein Files, a closely guarded record of the investigations into one of the most disturbing criminal cases of modern times.

In this debut feature from the newly-established ABC NEWS Documentary unit, Walkley Award-winning reporter Grace Tobin is on the ground, talking to those closest to the story as the files are released — including rebel Republican politicians Thomas Massie and Marjorie Taylor Greene; Epstein’s brother Mark who believes Epstein was murdered; Julie K. Brown, the journalist whose investigation helped put Epstein behind bars; and the survivors whose campaigning forced the hand of a President.

With access to key players, * Diabolical: The Epstein Files* is a compelling examination of how a single predator built a global web of wealth, power and exploitation - and how systems responsible for the delivery of justice have repeatedly floundered.

Executive Producer, Caitlin Shea(Nemesis,Australian Story): “Featuring a stellar cast of interviewees,Diabolicalexplains how the life and crimes of Jeffrey Epstein united a divided America in a grassroots uprising against powerful elites. And examines which conspiracy theories might actually be true.”

ABC Managing Director Hugh Marks: “Diabolicalrepresents exactly why we created this unit: comprehensive, meticulous journalism that puts facts first and gives audiences clarity in the midst of complexity. I couldn’t be prouder of this debut and the signal it sends about our commitment to truth-driven storytelling, and the ABC's focus on covering issues of global relevance.”

ABC Director, News Justin Stevens: “This investigation exemplifies the power of rigorous journalism. Caitlin and her team have approached this story with precision, depth, and integrity. It not only informs but sparks important conversations, and it’s just the beginning of the compelling work we have in store.”

INTERVIEWEES INCLUDE

• Marjorie Taylor Greene, Republican Congresswoman (2021-2026)
• Thomas Massie, Republican Congressman (Kentucky)
• Ro Khanna, Democrat Congressman (California)
• David Schoen, Jeffrey Epstein’s lawyer (2019)
• Mark Epstein, brother
• Gretchen Carlson, journalist & survivor advocate
• Dr Michael Baden, forensic pathologist
• Lisa Phillips, Epstein survivor
• Jennifer Freeman, attorney to Epstein survivors
• Spencer Kuvin, attorney to Epstein survivors
• Ashley Rubright, Epstein survivor
• Holly Baltz, former investigations editor, Palm Beach Post- Adam Klasfeld, legal journalist, All Rise News- Julie K. Brown, investigative journalist, Miami Herald- Nick Bryant, independent journalist
• Joe Uscinski, Professor of Political Science, University of Miami
• Rick Frazier, MAGA supporter

Duration

HD 1 x 75’

Production Company

Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Genres

Factual, News & Current Affairs, True Crime