TRUE CRIME

Nov 12 2024CRIME

Investigating a Rocky Mountain Tragedy: A True Crime Series

Get a sneak peek at the upcoming Prime Video and Sky New Zealand doc series, In Cold Water. This intriguing true crime show dives into the mysterious drowning of schoolteacher Laura Letts-Beckett during a fishing trip in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. The only witness? Her husband, former New Zealand

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Oct 29 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Ben Stiller's True Crime Series Makes a Splash on Netflix

True crime has always been a popular genre, and Ben Stiller's "Escape at Dannemora" is no exception. This seven-episode drama is based on a real prison break in upstate New York. Two convicts, Richard Matt and David Sweat, planned their escape with help from a prison employee, Joyce "Tilly" Mitchell

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Oct 29 2024CRIME

The Truth Behind the Said Sisters' Murder: Inside the Mind of Yaser Said

In a recent true crime TV show, Yaser Said, the man convicted of killing his two daughters in 2008, opened up about his case. Said, now 67, is serving a life sentence without parole for shooting Sarah, 17, and Amina, 18, on New Year's Day. He's been behind bars since August 2020 after years on the r

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Oct 22 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Meet Woman of the Hour: A True Crime Movie with a Fresh Twist

Have you ever watched a true crime movie that stuck with you long after the credits rolled? Netflix's latest hit, "Woman of the Hour, " does just that. This isn't your typical serial killer thriller. Directed by Anna Kendrick, the film dives into the chilling tale of Rodney Alcala, who appeared on a

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Oct 22 2024CRIME

The Surprising Truth Behind a Serial Killer's TV Appearance

Ever wondered how a dangerous criminal could end up as a contestant on a popular game show? Let's talk about Rodney Alcala, a man with a dark past, and his appearance on The Dating Game. Before he was on TV, Alcala had already committed serious crimes. In 1978, he was cast on the show despite being

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Oct 22 2024CRIME

Rodney Alcala: The Killer Next Door

Imagine this: a charming man with a dark secret appears on a popular dating show. This isn't just a plot twist from a thriller movie; it's the real story of Rodney Alcala, better known as "The Dating Game Killer. " With his good looks and smooth talk, he fooled many, including the producers of "The

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Oct 19 2024CRIME

The Weird True Tale of a 1970s Serial Killer on The Dating Game

Imagine this—a serial killer, still on the loose, goes on a popular dating show in the 1970s. That's exactly what happened with Rodney Alcala. Before being caught, he was "Bachelor No. 3" on "The Dating Game. " His smart answers and charming demeanor won him a date, but luckily, the bachelorette sen

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Oct 19 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Netflix Doc Bobcat Snags Top 10 Spot: Can’t Miss or Skip?

A new Netflix documentary has suddenly skyrocketed to the top 10 — and it's stirring up some opinions. Titled "Sweet Bobby: My Catfish Nightmare, " this true crime doc is based on a podcast that delves into a long-running catfishing scam. The story follows Kirat Assi, who thought she was in an onlin

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Oct 18 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Real Story Behind Netflix's 'Woman of the Hour'

Netflix's new true-crime film "Woman of the Hour" tells a chilling story, but it barely scratches the surface of the real-life horror of serial killer Rodney Alcala. The movie, directed by Anna Kendrick, focuses on Cheryl Bradshaw, who appeared on "The Dating Game" in 1978. But the film doesn't show

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Oct 13 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Unraveling Twisted Ties: Inside Faith Jenkins' True Crime Show

Faith Jenkins isn't just another face on TV. She’s a former prosecutor turned host of Oxygen True Crime’s hit series "Killer Relationship." What makes this show stand out? It’s not just about romantic relationships gone wrong. This season, the show is diving into all kinds of relationships, from fri

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