The Ice Cream Wars

The Ice Cream Wars is a standalone Limited Series designed as a completed, finite historical narrative. This two-part documentary production explores the violent conflict between rival ice cream van operators in Glasgow during the 1980s. The series was meticulously researched to provide a definitive account of the gangland turf wars and the subsequent miscarriage of justice involving the Doyle family tragedy. By focusing on a specific historical timeline and legal resolution, the production concludes its investigation without the need for additional seasons.

The production scale involved extensive archival footage, police records, and firsthand interviews with key figures involved in the case. Producers crafted the narrative to bridge the gap between the initial crimes and the eventual exoneration of those wrongfully accused, ensuring the story reached its natural end point. This finite structure was chosen to maintain the integrity of the true crime investigation while providing viewers with a comprehensive overview of a dark chapter in Scottish history.