BBC to Release Documentary Marking Five Years Since George Floyd's Murder

A new feature-length documentary titled 'Backlash: The Murder of George Floyd' is set to be released in the UK on May 9, 2025, to mark the five-year anniversary of George Floyd's death, which ignited global protests against racial inequality and police brutality. Produced by Rogan Productions in collaboration with the BBC and Dartmouth Films, the film features interviews with key figures including members of Floyd's family and Minneapolis Police Chief Medaria Arradondo. It highlights the protests that erupted in response to Floyd's murder and examines the backlash against the Black Lives Matter movement in both the US and the UK. The documentary combines archive footage, personal testimonies, and a critical analysis of the social changes that occurred following Floyd's death, questioning the progress made since then. Director Kwabena Oppong emphasizes that while there has been some advancement, a significant backlash has also emerged in recent years. The film will first premiere theatrically in the UK before its broadcast on BBC Two and iPlayer later in May.