American Monster

Synopsis

Monsters can be found lurking behind any innocent smile and on any street corner in America. Never-before-seen-video footage stares straight into the eyes of these killers who hide in plain sight. Anyone can be a monster.

First Air Date: 2016-06-01

Last Air Date: 2025-12-02

Number of Seasons: 13

Number of Episodes: 126

Networks: Investigation Discovery

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Top Cast

Tom Streithorst as Self - Narrator (voice)
Robert Firth as Self - Narrator (voice)
Katherine Ramsland as Self - Forensic Psychologist
Michael S. Lazorick as Self - Actor in Blaine's Movie
Sean D. Gaston as Self - Actor in Blaine's Movie
Erin Lampart as Self - Actor (archive footage)
Tim Kent as Self - Author, 'Murder from the Pulpit'
Fil Waters as Self - Detective, Houston Police Dept.
Ramon Sosa as Self - Former Boxer

Seasons

Season 1 (2016) - (6 Episodes)

Season 2 (2017) - (10 Episodes)

Season 3 (2018) - (12 Episodes)

Season 4 (2019) - (12 Episodes)

Season 5 (2020) - (10 Episodes)

Season 6 (2020) - (10 Episodes)

Season 7 (2021) - (10 Episodes)

Season 8 (2022) - (10 Episodes)

Season 9 (2022) - (10 Episodes)

Season 10 (2023) - (10 Episodes)

Season 11 (2023) - (10 Episodes)

Season 12 (2024) - (10 Episodes)

Season 13 (2025) - (6 Episodes)

Season 1 (2016)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Home Video Hit (2016-06-01)

A typical American family isn't exactly what it seems. In public, Max and Janeene Jones appear to have the perfect marriage, but behind this happy image lies hidden truths. 20 years later, an undercover police investigation reveals an unexpected killer.
Ep. 2: Appalachian Horror Film (2016-06-08)

Brian and Randi Trimble are in the throes of newly married life. But when Brian meets the fun-loving Blaine Norris at work, their friendship over Blaine's low-budget horror film takes a dark turn. It isn't long before three becomes a crowd...
Ep. 3: Wave to Daddy (2016-06-15)

The daughter of one of America's most notorious killers gives an exclusive interview, taking us on a journey into the eyes of a cold-blooded monster. Never-before-seen footage reveals the devastating double life of a murderer and his horrific crimes.
Ep. 4: Sing for the Camera (2016-06-22)

In the summer of 2014, a peaceful community in Hartford, WI, is shaken to its core when a local teenager is found dead... the victim of a brutal murder, and the second victim in two days. The community must now come to terms that a killer lives among them.
Ep. 5: Shooting Phoenix (2016-06-29)

A monster stalks the summer streets of Phoenix in 2005. With never-before-seen footage, we get a glimpse into the killer's life and how he's able to hide in plain sight. The police try to catch the killer as the body count continues to rise. Can police catch him before he strikes again?
Ep. 6: Right Before Your Eyes (2016-07-06)

When a good-looking, successful businessman meets an aspiring actress, she appears to be the perfect match. But the honeymoon doesn't last long. The relationship takes a turn... a deadly turn.