Quick Summary
In the first of a two‑part series, Tir Dhondy uncovers the realities of contemporary Las Vegas. The episode examines the crime risks that tourists may encounter and includes a visit to a local city’s pool party and vibrant nightlife scene.
About This Program ✦
The programme is the first instalment of a two‑part series, presented as an episode within a broader documentary format. It is introduced as “Part one of two” and is classified simply as a programme, with the genre listed as episode. In this opening segment, presenter Tir Dhondy sets out to expose the realities that shape contemporary Las Vegas. The episode concentrates on the danger of criminal activity that visitors may encounter, highlighting the specific risks tourists face when they travel to the city. To illustrate these concerns, the narrative takes the viewer to a pool party, using the event as a concrete example of the environment being examined. By focusing on both the broader context of modern Las Vegas and the particular setting of the pool party, the first part establishes the investigative approach that will continue into the second instalment. It provides a factual foundation for the series, framing the city’s current climate through the lens of safety and everyday experiences for those who come to enjoy its attractions.
Sin City: The Real Las Vegas broadcasts on BBC Three at 12:55am, Thursday, 12 February 2026. (Subtitles)


