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The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness

The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness
★ 7.0/10•2021•TV-MA•Documentary•Crime
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A closed case is only the beginning.

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.

StatusEnded
LanguageEN
First Air DateMay 5, 2021

Episodes

Episode 1 - Hello from the GuttersE158m

Hello from the Gutters

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.

May 5, 2021

Episode 2 - Catch .44E262m

Catch .44

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

May 5, 2021

Episode 3 - The Ultimate EvilE358m

The Ultimate Evil

New leads send Maury down a twisted path, investigating a web of cults. As a "satanic panic" grips the nation, he publishes a book.

May 5, 2021

Episode 4 - Rabbit HoleE462m

Rabbit Hole

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.

May 5, 2021

Actors

Maury Terry

Self (archive footage)

Paul Giamatti

Paul Giamatti

Self - Narrator / Maury Terry (voice)

David Berkowitz

David Berkowitz

Self (archive footage)

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