Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart (2026)

Elizabeth Smart's harrowing abduction at 14 from her family's Utah home unfolds through her own words and never-before-seen material in this documentary.

A Sister's Crucial Memory: Elizabeth's younger sister, Mary Katherine, played a pivotal role in identifying the kidnapper. Initially, she could only provide limited details, but she later connected the voice she heard that night to "Immanuel," a former handyman who had worked at their home. This breakthrough helped shift the investigation towards Brian David Mitchell.
A Detective's Close Encounter: While held captive, Elizabeth, along with Mitchell and Barzee, visited the Salt Lake City Public Library. A suspicious library patron alerted the police due to their unusual attire. A detective questioned them, but Mitchell deterred him by claiming Elizabeth was his daughter and that their garb was due to religious reasons.
The "Thou Sayeth" Response: When Elizabeth was finally rescued, she was asked by an officer to confirm her identity. Terrified with her captors nearby, she responded with the cryptic words, "Thou sayeth". The officer took this as a yes, securing her safety.
Early Suspicions: In the initial stages of the investigation, authorities considered the possibility that a member of Elizabeth's own family might be involved in her abduction. Investigators conducted in-depth interviews with extended relatives and even seized the family's computers.
Elizabeth's Active Role: Elizabeth Smart has been actively involved in projects about her life, including producing the 2017 Lifetime movie I Am Elizabeth Smart and participating in the 2026 Netflix documentary Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart. She aims to support other survivors by sharing her story and offering context to her testimony.