The spotlight turns to the vulnerable families left emotionally shattered by Samantha's deceit.  With the help of relentless TikTok sleuths and first-time interviews with those closest to her story, these women come together and turn detective to expose the truth, ultimately leading to Samantha's dramatic downfall and conviction in 2025. 

Episode one of Bad Nanny introduces the audience to one of Samantha Cookes' most brazen personas - Carrie Jade Williams, a supposedly terminally ill, award-winning author. From this shocking disguise, the documentary traces back through the years to uncover how Samantha's cons became increasingly audacious, building up to her role as a "nanny" who was hiding a troubling secret. The documentary shows how she gained the trust of families, only to betray them in devastating ways.