The Big Swindle (2023)

Crime · Documentary

Shocking stories of the most brazen and ruthless con artists who preyed on their victims, often people they knew. From faking cancer to selling bogus funeral plans, these stories reveal how devastating lies, betrayal and deception can be.

IMDb rating: 6.4 (39 votes)
Episode average: 5.9 -0.5 vs IMDb
Seasons: 1
Streaming (US): HBO Max
Language: EN
Type: TV series

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Ratings refreshed Oct 3, 2026 · 1 season indexed

Seasons

Season 1 (2023)

5.93 avg 4 episodes 6.4 → 6.0 43 min avg

Season 1 episodes - IMDb ratings
#	Title	Rating	Votes
1	The Fake Cancer Scammer	6.4	7
2	The Fake Funeral Fraud	5.3	7
3	The Wedding Planner Scammer	6.0	6
4	The Million Pound Swindler	6.0	6