Series synopsis
Killer Instinct with Chris Hansen is an American crime drama documentary television series that premiered on Investigation Discovery on August 17, 2015. It stars Chris Hansen and Marty Kintu.
Chris Hansen brings his unrivaled journalistic skills to a series revealing the hidden truth behind America's most shocking murders. His trade-mark interviewing excellence guides the viewer through every twist and turn of an enthralling criminal drama.
Premise
Chris Hansen brings his unrivaled journalistic skills to a series revealing the hidden truth behind America's most shocking murders. His trade-mark interviewing excellence guides the viewer through every twist and turn of an enthralling criminal drama.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Chris Hansen as Himself - Host
- Marty Kintu as Deandre Tolliver
Guest cast
- Marty Kintu as Deandre Tolliver
Episodes
This series spans 3 seasons with 30 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 10 | August 17, 2015 | October 19, 2015 |
| Season 2 | 10 | July 25, 2016 | September 26, 2016 |
| Season 3 | 10 | September 5, 2017 | November 7, 2017 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Nightmare on Imperial Avenue he show takes a look at the case of Anthony Sowell, a Cleveland-based serial killer who was convicted of killing 11 women. |
August 17, 2015 |
| 2 |
Deadly Love The show takes a look at the case of a couple of teen lesbian lovers who killed one's grandparents after they attempted to break up their relationship. |
August 24, 2015 |
| 3 |
A Girl in Need The show takes a look at the murder of a pregnant woman. |
August 31, 2015 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Murder on Highway 23 In California's Simi Valley, 20-year-old Megan Barroso is heading home from a July 4th party when she disappears. Her car is found stranded on Highway 23 - riddled by bullets from an AK47. Chris unfolds the harrowing tale of a truly evil predator. |
July 25, 2016 |
| 2 |
Wrong Place, Deadly Time Anthony Lee used to be a well-known drag queen in Tampa's nightclubs. But while cooking dinner at his friend Tiffany's house, he's gunned down by an angry intruder as Tiffany hides in the bathroom. The motive will lead Chris to uncover his killer. |
August 1, 2016 |
| 3 |
A Deadly Diamond In Gulf Harbors, Florida, retiree Jean Schwarzkopf is a woman of means who enjoys the company of younger men. When she is found murdered in her own home, there are several suspects. Chris Hansen finds the motive is what gives the killer away. |
August 8, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Deadly Compulsive In Longmont, CO, Tammy Tatum is brutally murdered right near her one-year-old daughter, Sadie. Now 24, Sadie reveals to Chris Hansen the shocking truth... that the killer was someone she knew her entire life. |
September 5, 2017 |
| 2 |
Slip of the Tongue The brutal shooting of Stephen Perret looks like a mob hit. Police have little evidence, but soon discover Stephen made a call just before he was murdered. Chris tracks down the person Stephen called... who reveals the identity of his killer. |
September 12, 2017 |
| 3 |
The Death of a Genius Detectives searching for wealthy scientist Walter Sartory believe he's been kidnapped and is being held hostage for his fortunes. Chris Hansen discovers that investigators were in a race against time to find Walter before it was too late. |
September 19, 2017 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Investigation Discovery |
|---|---|
| First aired | August 17, 2015 |
| Last aired | November 7, 2017 |
| Runtime | 45 minutes |
| Status | continue |
| Schedule | Tuesday at 21:00:00 |