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This entry explores the true story of Dennis Nilsen, one of the most notorious figures in UK criminal history. Presented through the perspectives of three men, the series examines the personal and professional impacts of encountering someone as disturbing and complex as Nilsen.
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Season 13 episodes · premiered Sep 14, 2020
- 1.01Episode 1Sep 14, 2020Rate
On 9 February 1983, Detective Chief Inspector Peter Jay discovers a drain clogged with rotting flesh and bones. The culprit, Dennis Nilsen, freely admits to the police that it's not just one or two bodies, but "15 or 16, I think".
- 1.02Episode 2Sep 15, 2020Rate
With limited resources, Jay and the police continue to dig into Nilsen's memories in an effort to convict him for the murder of every one of his victims. But when Des withdraws his cooperation and stops talking, Jay fears justice will be lost.
- 1.03Episode 3Sep 16, 2020Rate
Reeling from Des' change in plea, Jay and the police throw themselves into proving premeditation. If they can show the court that Des was undoubtedly of sound mind when he committed his crimes, he will go down and never be released.
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