The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness

The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness

A closed case is only the beginning.

Ended First aired 05/May/2021 United States English 1 season(s) 4 episode(s)
DocumentaryCrime
The Son of Sam case grew into a lifelong obsession for journalist Maury Terry, who became convinced that the murders were linked to a Satanic cult.
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Season 1 · Limited Series
4 episode(s) · Air date: 05/May/2021
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S1E4
Rabbit Hole
Air date: 05/May/2021 · Runtime: 62 min
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In 1993, Maury interviews the elusive Berkowitz, who substantiates his theories about the cult. But his obsession with the case begins to take a toll.

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In 1993, Maury interviews the elusive Berkowitz, who substantiates his theories about the cult. But his obsession with the case begins to take a toll.

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S1E2
Catch .44
Air date: 05/May/2021 · Runtime: 62 min
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While Berkowitz continues to dominate the news cycle, Maury pursues his theory about John Carr and uncovers a disturbing link to occult activity.

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While Berkowitz continues to dominate the news cycle, Maury pursues his theory about John Carr and uncovers a disturbing link to occult activity.

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Hello from the Gutters
Air date: 05/May/2021 · Runtime: 58 min
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In August 1977, the arrest of David Berkowitz ended New York City's wave of terror. But journalist Maury Terry believed there was more to the story.

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In August 1977, the arrest of David Berkowitz ended New York City's wave of terror. But journalist Maury Terry believed there was more to the story.

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Maury Terry
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Paul Giamatti
Paul Giamatti
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David Berkowitz
David Berkowitz
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Joshua Zeman
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Dan Braun
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Dave Sirulnick
Dave Sirulnick
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Jon Kamen
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Josh Braun
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Sara Enright
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Zara Duffy
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