Crime Scene: The Times Square Killer

Synopsis

In 1970s NYC, the “Torso Killer” preys on women to fulfill his grotesque fantasies while eluding police. A docuseries dive into crime’s darkest places.

First Air Date: 2021-12-29

Last Air Date: 2021-12-29

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 3

Created By: Joe Berlinger

Networks: Netflix

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Top Cast

Malcolm Reiman as Self - NYPD Homicide Commander
Vernon Geberth as Self - NYPD Homicide Commander
Melinda Chateauvert as Self - Author, 'Sex Workers Unite'
Scott Watson as Richard Cottingham
Ralph Bracco as Investigating Detective
Scott Hall-Watson as Richard Cottingham
Rebi Paganini as Deedah Goodzari
Khalif Cotton as NYC Police Officer

Seasons

Limited Series (2021)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Murder on 42nd St. (2021-12-29)

Bright lights, fear city: In Time Square, 1979, police stumble on a fiery "hotel room from hell" housing the bodies of two women.
Ep. 2: The Perfect Hunting Ground (2021-12-29)

After another grisly murder, officers talk to sex workers and examine their clients' records. Meanwhile, eerily similar killings occur in New Jersey.
Ep. 3: End of an Era (2021-12-29)

Days after a woman's harrowing escape, NJ police build a case. NYC officers connect the dots as trophies come to light. A daughter looks for closure.