

The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness
“A closed case is only the beginning.”
Overview
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.
Seasons (1)
Limited Series
4 Episodes
2021
Series Cast
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