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Duration
65 minutes
Series Info
Season 17 Episode 8 of 8

Quick Summary

The programme uses cameras to show how people cope with hardship. One of the stories follows a 60‑year‑old man who is taken to A&E after a collision with a van. The series documents their adaptation and survival.

About This Program

The programme is an episode that uses on‑screen footage to illustrate how people cope when they’re faced with difficult circumstances. By placing the camera directly into the lives of its subjects, the show aims to give viewers a clear picture of the ways individuals adjust and get through challenging moments. One of the central stories follows a man in his early sixties who is taken to Accident & Emergency after a collision with a van. The incident is presented as a vivid example of sudden adversity, with the camera following his urgent journey from the crash site to the hospital’s emergency department. The footage captures the immediate aftermath of the crash, showing the man's condition as he is rushed into care and the swift response of medical staff. This real‑time documentation provides insight into how quickly a person must adapt when confronted with an unexpected, life‑changing event. Overall, the episode demonstrates that, even in the face of serious setbacks, people can find ways to survive and adjust. By focusing on this particular incident and similar moments, the programme paints a broader portrait of human resilience, using the camera’s eye to reveal the practical steps taken to navigate hardship.

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24 Hours in A&E broadcasts on More4 at 1:15am, Sunday, 8 February 2026. (Subtitles)

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Production Details

Runtime65 mins