"The documentary packages a compelling mystery, which received international attention last year, into a charming portrait of life in a small town." - Sunday Times

Nominated RTS NI Award, 2025

Documentary: Up against the rumour mill and conspiracy theories, Journalist Emmet McElhatton along with local repairman Jamie Ryan attempt to track down the source of a mysterious hum that has plagued the town of Omagh in Co Tyrone and made headlines around the world.

The documentary was released on the BBC as part of the True North and the UK-wide Our Lives series (BBC One).

Director Alex Fegan

Producer Molly Furey

Co production between Atom Films and Strident Media.

Executive producer for Strident Kelda Crawford MacCann

Executive producer for the BBC Justin Binding

Funded by BBC