America's Serial Killers: Portraits in Evil

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  • 2009
  • 1 Season
  • 6.3  (187)

America's Serial Killers: Portraits in Evil is a gripping docuseries delving into the mind and motivations of some of America's most notorious murderers. The series spans six episodes, each focusing on a different killer, from iconic figures such as Ted Bundy and John Wayne Gacy to lesser-known but equally monstrous perpetrators.

The series features expert analysis from some of the leading authorities on serial killers, including criminologists, psychologists, and law enforcement officials. Throughout each episode, viewers are presented with a detailed portrait of the killer's life and crimes, exploring the psychological and societal factors that led them down a path of violence and destruction.

One of the most compelling aspects of America's Serial Killers is the way it showcases the sheer brutality and depravity of its subjects. Through chilling interviews with family members, survivors, and law enforcement officials, the series offers a stark and unflinching look at the real-life horror stories that have plagued America for decades.

Despite the often-graphic nature of the subject matter, the show maintains a sense of sensitivity and respect for the victims of these violent crimes. The series does not glorify or sensationalize these killers but instead offers a sobering reminder of the devastating impact that their actions have had on countless lives.

In addition to its insightful analysis of the killers themselves, America's Serial Killers also shines a light on the tireless efforts of law enforcement officials and other professionals who work to bring these criminals to justice. Through interviews with FBI agents, forensic scientists, and other experts, viewers are given a glimpse into the intricate and often painstaking process of solving these complex crimes.

Overall, America's Serial Killers: Portraits in Evil is a haunting and thought-provoking exploration of one of America's most chilling phenomena. Through its expert analysis and powerful storytelling, the series offers a window into the darkest corners of the human psyche and the efforts of those who work to combat it.

America's Serial Killers: Portraits in Evil is a series that ran for 1 seasons (10 episodes) between January 1, 2009 and on Mill Creek Entertainment

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Seasons
The Night Stalker and Jeffrey Dahmer
10. The Night Stalker and Jeffrey Dahmer
January 1, 2009
The biggest mystery of all in respect to the serial killer is "why?"
The Green River Killer and BTK
9. The Green River Killer and BTK
January 1, 2009
The only sure way to bring about the end of a serial killing spree is to identify and capture a serial killer.
The Gainesville Ripper, the Unabomber and others
8. The Gainesville Ripper, the Unabomber and others
January 1, 2009
One of the defining traits of serial killers - sociopathic behavior. This episode looks at the Gainesville Ripper, the Unibomber, and other serial killers operating in the 1980s.
The Hillside Stranglers and the Beltway Snipers
7. The Hillside Stranglers and the Beltway Snipers
January 1, 2009
The sensationalist nature of the Hillside Strangers and Beltway Snipers cases helps to further solidify the serial killer's unofficial home in popular culture and on the nightly news.
John Wayne Gacy and the Highway Killers
6. John Wayne Gacy and the Highway Killers
January 1, 2009
Some serial killers kill out of desire. But it's thought that some kill out of a rejection of their own desire - which is explored through a look at John Wayne Gacy and the Highway Killers.
The Zodiac, the Son of Sam, Charles Manson and Ted Bundy
5. The Zodiac, the Son of Sam, Charles Manson and Ted Bundy
January 1, 2009
The 1960s and 70s represented the dawn of a new era in serial killing, with Ted Bundy and the Zodiac Killer representing the increase in serial murder in the United States.
The Boston Strangler, Ed Gein and the Lipstick Killer
4. The Boston Strangler, Ed Gein and the Lipstick Killer
January 1, 2009
As the film industry begins to make more movies about serial killers, men like the Boston Strangler, Ed Gein, and the Lipstick Killer start to spill blood on the streets, and over the pages of the newspapers.
Albert Fish, the Vampire of Brooklyn
3. Albert Fish, the Vampire of Brooklyn
January 1, 2009
A molester, murderer, and cannibal - Albert Fish was truly a real life monster.
H.H.Holmes and Jane Toppan
2. H.H.Holmes and Jane Toppan
January 1, 2009
A notorious hotel owner and a vengeful nurse are profiled in this episode.
The Case of Jack the Ripper
1. The Case of Jack the Ripper
January 1, 2009
Though his rein of terror took place in London, the coverage of Jack the Ripper's victims set the tone for the media's fascination with serial killers.
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Where to Watch America's Serial Killers: Portraits in Evil
America's Serial Killers: Portraits in Evil is available for streaming on the Mill Creek Entertainment website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch America's Serial Killers: Portraits in Evil on demand at Amazon, Vudu, Google Play and Tubi TV.
  • Premiere Date
    January 1, 2009
  • IMDB Rating
    6.3  (187)
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