Ep 7. Heather Mack & Tommy Schaefer

In Killer Couples season 8 episode 7, the focus is on the story of Heather Mack and Tommy Schaefer, a young American couple who go on a luxurious vacation to Bali, Indonesia. Heather is pregnant and the duo is all set to cherish some quality time together. However, things take a drastic turn when the couple brutally murders Heather's mother, Sheila von Wiese-Mack, in their hotel room.

The episode delves deep into the twisted dynamics of Heather and Tommy's relationship, exploring their troublesome pasts and toxic behavior towards each other and those around them. The narrator explains how both Heather and Tommy had been in and out of trouble with the law, and their relationship was plagued with violence and manipulation.

Through interviews with those close to the couple and footage from the investigation, the episode takes viewers through the events leading up to the murder. The show highlights how Heather and Tommy had conspired and planned the murder meticulously. While Heather kept her mother occupied, Tommy was to bludgeon her to death with a heavy glass-weighted ashtray.

The episode highlights the investigation and arrest of the couple, as the Indonesian authorities uncover evidence showing that they had plotted the murder. The show also highlights the ensuing trial, where the couple is tried for Sheila's murder.

Throughout the episode, we get to witness the courtroom drama as the trial progresses and the couple attempts to defend themselves. The show also examines the cultural differences in the Indonesian justice system, how it differs from the American system, and how this impacted the trial.

Killer Couples season 8 episode 7 concludes with the final verdict of the trial and the sentencing of Heather and Tommy. The episode leaves viewers questioning the psychological and emotional bonds that drive couples to commit murder.