Murders That Shocked The Nation — Season 1, Episode 8: Episode 8 - Ruth Ellis

Episode synopsis

Presenter Fred Dinenage reflects on the story of Ruth Ellis, who was found guilty of the murder of her estranged lover. She was hanged for the offence in 1955, the last woman to suffer such a fate in the United Kingdom.

About Murders That Shocked The Nation

Fred Dinenage re-investigates the most infamous murders from the 19th, 20th and 21st Centuries, exploring them from a modern perspective. With the help of leading criminologist Professor David Wilson, specialists and family members, Fred builds a picture of the person behind the horrific murders and discovers what led them to become a killer.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1Episode 1 - John Haigh - The Acid Bath Murderer
• E2Episode 2 - Frederick Young - The Teacup Poisoner
• E3Episode 3 - George Smith - Brides in the Bath
• E4Episode 4 - Donald Neilson - The Black Panther
• E5Episode 5 - John Christie - 10 Rillington Place
• E6Episode 6 - Harold Jones - The Welsh Child Killer
• E7Episode 7 - Derek Bentley
• E9Episode 9 - The Krays