Series synopsis
The Hunt for Veerappan is a documentary crime television series that premiered on Netflix on August 4, 2023. It ended on August 4, 2023.
This docuseries follows the rise and fall of Veerappan, a dreaded smuggler whose bloody reign sparked a 20-year-long manhunt in south India.
Premise
This docuseries follows the rise and fall of Veerappan, a dreaded smuggler whose bloody reign sparked a 20-year-long manhunt in south India.
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 4 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 4 | August 4, 2023 | August 4, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
CHAPTER ONE - THE FOREST KING As Veerappan builds his criminal empire, a long-standing rivalry with police is ignited. A rift with a senior officer launches an extensive manhunt. |
August 4, 2023 |
| 2 |
CHAPTER TWO - THE BLOODBATH Violence and bloodshed erupts across the forest and in villages as Veerappan retaliates against the police. |
August 4, 2023 |
| 3 |
CHAPTER THREE - THE REVOLUTIONARY In a brazen move, Veerappan abducts movie star Dr. Rajkumar, stoking fury in Karnataka and sending politicians into chaos in two states. |
August 4, 2023 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Netflix |
|---|---|
| First aired | August 4, 2023 |
| Last aired | August 4, 2023 |
| Status | ended |