The BEST episodes of Louis Theroux season 2008

Every episode of Louis Theroux season 2008, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Louis Theroux season 2008!

The documentary work of British-American journalist Louis Theroux.

Last Updated: 6/11/2025Network: BBC TwoStatus: Continuing
Law and Disorder in Johannesburg
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9.00
28 votes

#1 - Law and Disorder in Johannesburg

Season 2008 - Episode 4 - Aired 12/7/2008

Louis Theroux travels to Johannesburg to investigate the increasing amount of crime there. Many citizens are turning to private security companies, with brutal methods, to help protect them and their property.

Directors: Paddy Wivell
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Behind Bars
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7.30
112 votes

#2 - Behind Bars

Season 2008 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/13/2008

Louis Theroux: Behind Bars sees Louis immerse himself in San Quentin Prison by exploring the relationships between prisoners and their guards.

Directors: Stuart Cabb
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Law and Disorder in Philadelphia
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6.50
55 votes

#3 - Law and Disorder in Philadelphia

Season 2008 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/30/2008

Louis Theroux investigates the high crime rates in one of the United States' largest cities, Philadelphia, mainly from the perspective of the local police as well as people affected by, and possibly involved in, crime in the city's low-income neighborhoods.

Directors: Emma Cooper
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African Hunting Holiday
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6.00
28 votes

#4 - African Hunting Holiday

Season 2008 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/6/2008

In this episode, Louis visits South African game, where near-extinct and other African species are bred to be hunted by western tourists.

Directors: Paddy Wivell
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