About this season
This drama-documentary series takes us back in time to the most shocking and surprising murder cases in London, England's history. Nicholas Day guides us into the world of the killer as we see how police ingenuity and early forensics helped bring them to justice.
Episodes (5)
1. Terror In The Roaring Twenties
Aired 1 September 2016 • 45 min
Edith Thompson and Frederick Bywaters were in love but the young couple were convicted for murdering Edith's husband. The case would shock this changing society and highlight the horror of the death penalty.
2. The Blackout Ripper
Aired 8 September 2016 • 45 min
It was WWII and London was rocked by the Blitz. In this blacked out city another terrible danger lurked in the shadows. A serial killer was on the loose.
3. The Lady Killer
8.0Aired 15 September 2016 • 45 min
As Europe recovered from the damage of WWII, soldiers made their way home from the front line. One man however brought back all the savagery and brutality of the fighting.
4. Notting Hill Horror Part 1
Aired 22 September 2016 • 45 min
John Christie killed at least eight women during the 1940s and 1950s, including his wife. Hear more about his shocking crimes in this two-parter.
5. Notting Hill Horror Part 2
Aired 29 September 2016 • 45 min
WWI veteran John Christie later turned to a life of crime and killed at least eight women. Hear how his murderous spree ended at the gallows.