"American Monster" is a true crime documentary series that originally premiered on Investigation Discovery (ID) in 2016. The show focuses on real-life criminal cases, often detailing the lives of seemingly ordinary individuals who commit horrific acts of violence. The series presents a mix of interviews with family members, law enforcement, and sometimes even the criminals themselves, along with reenactments of the crimes.
In this episode, Max and Janeene Jones appear to have a perfect marriage and family life in public. However, an undercover police investigation twenty years later reveals that their lives were not what they seemed, exposing hidden truths and uncovering an unexpected killer behind the family's facade
This episode follows newlywed Brian Trimble and his friend Blaine Norris, who team up to make a low-budget horror movie. Their filmmaking collaboration takes a dark turn and leads to a real-life nightmare, unraveling crime and tragedy behind what seemed like an innocent creative endeavor.
This episode features an interview with the daughter of a notorious killer, offering an unflinching look at a man who led a double life while committing cold-blooded crimes. The story reveals the hidden darkness in a seemingly ordinary family.
In the summer of 2014, the peaceful community of Hartford, Wisconsin is rocked when a local teenager is found brutally murdered—the second victim in two days. The episode follows how the town copes with the shocking crimes and searches for answers, as it becomes clear a killer is living among them
In this episode, a serial killer stalks the streets of Phoenix in the summer of 2005. With never-before-seen footage, viewers get a glimpse into the killer's everyday life and how he managed to hide in plain sight. The episode follows the police investigation as they race to catch the perpetrator before he strikes again
This episode tells the story of a successful businessman who meets an aspiring actress, appearing to be a perfect match. However, their honeymoon phase quickly turns deadly as the relationship takes a dark and dangerous turn
In rural Ohio, an intruder brutally guns down Jack and Linda Myers while they sleep. Their sleepy 4-year-old grandson is the only witness. Extensive home videos from the family reveal chilling details and may have captured the monster lurking nearby
The Yates family moves to Spokane, Washington, only to find the community under siege by a serial killer targeting young women. The episode follows their struggle and the police investigation as the terrifying truth unfolds
In Anniston, Alabama, the town is shaken when Frank Hilley falls ill with a mysterious sickness, followed by his daughter. Suspicion arises within the family, and vintage home movies reveal a shocking murder story, exposing a hidden monster in the midst of the community
The Snyder family is thrilled when their 34-year-old son Mike finally gets a girlfriend who has a son of her own. However, what seems like a joyful family moment soon takes a dark turn, revealing a horrific fate hidden beneath the surface
After filming their local-access TV show in rural Vermont, Chrissy and Charlie Billis have a terrible car accident, crashing into a tree. Only one of them survives. However, tapes from their show suggest a dark and sinister story behind the accident, revealing unexpected truths
Harold and Toni Henthorn, second-time spouses in Colorado, appear to have a loving family life with their young daughter. However, their peaceful existence is shattered by a deadly hiking accident. Home videos reveal a dark truth about a predator hiding behind their seemingly perfect life who nearly escaped justice.
Near Los Angeles, Neal Williams, a sword collector and stay-at-home dad, lives a tough but happy life with his wife Manling and their children. Everything changes when Manling returns home to find her family brutally murdered—stabbed to death with swords. The episode explores the shocking crime and its devastating aftermath
This episode follows the chilling case of Richard Beasley from Ohio, a man who vanishes and is later discovered to be an online predator using Craigslist to lure local men to their deaths. The episode explores the investigation and the haunting home videos that reveal the dark side of this so-called "Craigslist Killer"
In Pennsylvania, Kevin and Joanne Dowling enjoy capturing their children's milestones on videotape in their modest suburban home. But when a woman in a nearby town is gunned down, Kevin is accused of the murder. His fate hinges on the home video footage that could prove his innocence or guilt
In suburban California, an intruder brutally attacks and kills Joan Dawley. As the Dawley family grieves, LAPD detectives work to crack the case. Never-before-seen home movies uncover a shocking tale of deceit, revealing a monster hidden behind the scenes.
In this episode, Sherri Dally mysteriously vanishes from her home in Ventura, California. Her husband Michael and her best friend Debbie launch a massive search, but someone seems to know more than they are saying. Never-before-aired home videos reveal sordid secrets and double lives behind the disappearance.
In Ogden, Utah, Stephen and Becky Vargas seem to have a perfect life. However, behind the picture-perfect facade revealed in rare home videos, deep jealousy and control issues exist. Their troubled relationship ultimately ends in murder, shocking the community
Never-before-seen home movies reveal the lavish lifestyle of Lanny and Donna Horwitz, who are raising their only son Radley in a Florida mansion. Their seemingly perfect lives are shattered by a gruesome shooting, leading to dark family secrets coming to light. Everyone in this eccentric family becomes a suspect as the investigation unfolds
The episode tells the story of the Lafferty family, pillars of the Mormon community in Provo, Utah, known for their wholesome family values. However, behind the scenes, a dark and evil presence lurks that ultimately leads to a gruesome double homicide decades later. The story is unveiled through never-before-aired home videos, revealing the tragic downfall of a seemingly perfect family
US Air Force sergeant Nathan Paet and his family seem to live a blissfully normal life, as shown in never-before-aired home videos. However, their lives are tragically changed by an insidious murder plot filled with greed and betrayal, tearing the family apart
In Oklahoma, Dr. John Hamilton and his wife Susan are successful, respected, and very much in love—until a vicious Valentine's Day murder destroys their lives. New home videos shed light on the brutal murder that shocked everyone who knew them. The episode delves into the investigation, exploring complex motives including suspicious calls and strained relationships, revealing a dark side behind the perfect facade
The story of a member of a family-run construction business who goes missing in Waycross, Georgia. The case sparks a two-decade search for the truth, uncovering salacious betrayals and a complex mystery behind the disappearance
The story of a father of two who disappears without warning right before starting a new job. His wife and friends are left confused, with his wife having no idea where he went, while his friends hint at his leading a secret, sordid life. The disappearance sets off a search and investigation that reveals hidden aspects of the man's life and the impact on his family and community. The episode delves into the mystery and the darker elements behind the seemingly normal facade of the family involved.
Centers on an obsessive video blogger and mother of five who shares every detail of her tumultuous life with her husband and children online. One night, intruders tie her up and kidnap her husband, who is then executed. The investigation into the husband's murder leads authorities to wonder if the blogger is hiding a dark secret behind her public persona. The episode explores the unsettling contrast between her online life and the hidden realities investigators uncover
The story of a local preacher who comes home from church to find his wife brutally stabbed and beaten, apparently the victim of a home invasion. Although the preacher's alibi is solid, along with those of their two grown sons, several details about the case don't add up, leading to deeper investigation and suspicion. The episode explores the family's dynamics and uncovers the complexities behind the violent incident in Sheffield, Alabama
Features a fun-loving couple who are both business owners and share a close relationship with their grown daughters. The episode turns tragic when the mother is found gruesomely bludgeoned to death in her own home. Initially, no one suspects the unthinkable, but as the investigation unfolds, video evidence reveals truths that guilty people try to hide. The story explores the dark secrets behind the facade of a happy family
The tragic story of Alene and George Jenkins, who fulfilled their dream of having a family by adopting a son and a daughter. For a few years, they seemed to be living the dream, but the family descends into a dark spiral that ends in an unspeakably awful crime. The episode explores the complexities behind the tragedy, including the adopted son's involvement and the devastating impact on the family. This story is remembered as one of the saddest and most chilling in the series, showing the stark contrast between the family's hopeful beginning and the horror that unfolded
Revolves around April and Michael Holton, who live what appears to be a perfect life until a shocking murder exposes a dark secret. The episode is a 2-hour special that delves into a terrible choice faced by investigators when both suspects are members of the same family. It explores the difficult decision of determining who the killer is when both suspects are closely related, unraveling the mystery behind the confusing evidence at the scene of April Holton's tragic murder
The story of Carol-Ann and James Sharp, who seem like a perfect match and a happy couple. However, behind this veneer of happiness hides a monster in plain sight. Loved ones close to the couple come forward on camera for the first time to try to make sense of a murder that shocked everyone and was completely unexpected. The episode explores the dark secrets and hidden truths beneath the appearance of a picture-perfect family
The story of Doug and Rose, who quickly fall in love and get married. However, behind the perfect facade captured in exclusive home videos, lies and deceit begin to surface. The episode uncovers troubling events including a no-show at Thanksgiving and a mysterious box found on the roadside, which lead to a shocking discovery that unravels the true nature of their relationship.
The story of Rebecca Thudin and Larry Fenton, who meet and fall into a whirlwind romance. Their union appears perfect, but it is tragically marred by Larry being shot dead in an apparent home invasion. The episode uses home videos and interviews with family members to unravel what really happened behind the scenes, revealing a tangled web of lies, deceit, and buried secrets that shattered their paradise.
Follows Beth Spaulding and Jason Risenburg, a couple whose marriage initially seems like a perfect match. However, a series of disasters, including illness and bad luck, cause tensions to build between them. As their relationship unravels, the situation escalates into a tragic event that ultimately destroys the family. The episode explores the dark side of their marriage and the devastating consequences of the breakdown
The story of Dr. Jim Kohnle and his wife Teresa, who appear to have it all: a successful business, happy children, and a large home. However, their facade crumbles under mounting debts, culminating in a devastating fire at their home that leaves a family member dead. Initially seen as a tragic accident, mounting evidence and the testimony of two young children lead police to investigate whether the fire was an accident, suicide, or murder, uncovering dark family secrets in the process
Focuses on Cassie Golonin, a fun-loving woman who disappears just before New Year's Eve from Fort Smith, Arkansas. As family and friends conduct a search for her, they uncover dark secrets connected to Cassie's life. The episode reveals how the investigation into her disappearance leads to the discovery of a shallow grave and uncovers tragic truths behind her seemingly open and vibrant life.
Follows Todd and Rachel Winkler, a happily married couple who seem to have an exquisite life from the outside. However, behind the smiles and facade, their life is unraveling due to disturbing family secrets and illicit affairs. Video footage reveals the dark truths behind their seemingly happy marriage, which culminate in a tragic murder that shatters the community around them
The story of Katrina Strickland who discovers that her ex-husband Mike has moved in with and married her best friend Marie. The episode reveals the fallout of this betrayal, exposing multiple sordid secrets among four best friends and two married couples. This intense story unfolds with exclusive interviews and never-before-seen home movie footage, culminating in a crime of passion that changes lives forever.
Follows great-grandfather Arthur Burney, who feels lucky to have found love again after divorce. However, as his health deteriorates, cracks begin to show in the blended family. When a dead body is discovered, everyone becomes a suspect, and it takes an unexpected tip-off to reveal the mastermind behind the murder. The episode explores family tensions and the tragic events that divide the family forever.
The story of Amanda Schmitt and John Grazioli, who share a beautiful wedding and appear to have a fairy tale life. However, just six months after their marriage, a 911 call brings police to a crime scene where a shocking discovery reveals a web of lies and exposes the cold-hearted double life of a killer. The episode explores the tragic unraveling of what seemed to be a perfect relationship, uncovering disturbing secrets hidden behind the facade
The story of two cousins, Mark Corona and Paul Stoeppler, who share a close bond like brothers. However, their relationship is shattered when one of them is murdered in cold blood. The episode includes never-before-seen home movie footage and shocking CCTV that reveal what truly happened, unraveling a story of betrayal and tragedy within the family
Follows young parents Adrienne and James Magee, who work hard to provide a stable life for their three small children in rural Louisiana. However, beneath the idyllic scenes lies a dark secret that culminates in a heinous double-murder committed by someone close to the family. The episode explores the tragic unraveling of their family and the shocking violence that changes their lives forever
The story of Hyrah Frasch, a photogenic one-year-old who already has her own website and looks set to become an internet sensation. However, a tragic accident occurs in the family swimming pool, and police soon discover a brutal killer hiding in her midst. The episode uncovers the dark realities behind the tragic event and reveals the shocking truth behind the family facade.
Follows Lindsay and Jason Lee, a young married couple who seem to have an amicable relationship after agreeing to divorce. However, when they decide to change their lifestyle to reignite the spark in their relationship, it leads to deadly consequences. Beneath the surface of their failing marriage lies a brutal murder, revealing that there was much more complexity and darkness than initially apparent
The case of Simeonette Mapes-Crupi, a popular teacher found dead in her Staten Island condo. While initially it appears to be a brutal robbery gone wrong, detectives digging deeper uncover a wealth of secrets, lies, and sins surrounding her life. This investigation reveals that things were far from what they seemed on the surface
Follows Sandy Miles and her daughter Tracie, who share a very close relationship. The story turns tragic when Tracie goes missing and Sandy is found brutally murdered. As investigators dig deeper, the truth behind the killing emerges to be far more horrific and complex than initially imagined. The episode reveals dark secrets and the shocking reality behind their lives
Follows Rebecca and Ken Pierce as they film their lives raising four children in rural Oklahoma. The family struggles with a haunting legacy of addiction and violence that spans generations. The story reveals how these dark patterns culminate in tragedy, with a brutal murder and a disappearance that leaves the family shattered and police searching for answers.
Follows Dianne Hart and Donnie Rudd, who begin an affair in a small Chicago suburb. Dianne's kids hope that their mom has found love, but instead the relationship triggers a series of bizarre lies and deceptions. This affair ultimately reveals a cold-hearted killer hiding in their midst, exposing dark secrets and chilling truths behind the facade of suburban life
The story of Michelle Chaffin, a single mom who finds love in what seems like the perfect case of opposites attracting. However, Michelle vanishes without a trace, prompting a police investigation that uncovers a toxic and jealous relationship. The shocking confession that emerges leaves her family reeling as the dark truth behind her disappearance is revealed
"American Monster" is a true crime documentary series that originally premiered on Investigation Discovery (ID) in 2016. The show focuses on real-life criminal cases, often detailing the lives of seemingly ordinary individuals who commit horrific acts of violence. The series presents a mix of interviews with family members, law enforcement, and sometimes even the criminals themselves, along with reenactments of the crimes.
"American Monster" is a true crime documentary series that originally premiered on Investigation Discovery (ID) in 2016. The show focuses on real-life criminal cases, often detailing the lives of seemingly ordinary individuals who commit horrific acts of violence. The series presents a mix of interviews with family members, law enforcement, and sometimes even the criminals themselves, along with reenactments of the crimes.
"American Monster" is a true crime documentary series that originally premiered on Investigation Discovery (ID) in 2016. The show focuses on real-life criminal cases, often detailing the lives of seemingly ordinary individuals who commit horrific acts of violence. The series presents a mix of interviews with family members, law enforcement, and sometimes even the criminals themselves, along with reenactments of the crimes.
"American Monster" is a true crime documentary series that originally premiered on Investigation Discovery (ID) in 2016. The show focuses on real-life criminal cases, often detailing the lives of seemingly ordinary individuals who commit horrific acts of violence. The series presents a mix of interviews with family members, law enforcement, and sometimes even the criminals themselves, along with reenactments of the crimes.
"American Monster" is a true crime documentary series that originally premiered on Investigation Discovery (ID) in 2016. The show focuses on real-life criminal cases, often detailing the lives of seemingly ordinary individuals who commit horrific acts of violence. The series presents a mix of interviews with family members, law enforcement, and sometimes even the criminals themselves, along with reenactments of the crimes.
"American Monster" is a true crime documentary series that originally premiered on Investigation Discovery (ID) in 2016. The show focuses on real-life criminal cases, often detailing the lives of seemingly ordinary individuals who commit horrific acts of violence. The series presents a mix of interviews with family members, law enforcement, and sometimes even the criminals themselves, along with reenactments of the crimes.
"American Monster" is a true crime documentary series that originally premiered on Investigation Discovery (ID) in 2016. The show focuses on real-life criminal cases, often detailing the lives of seemingly ordinary individuals who commit horrific acts of violence. The series presents a mix of interviews with family members, law enforcement, and sometimes even the criminals themselves, along with reenactments of the crimes.
"American Monster" is a true crime documentary series that originally premiered on Investigation Discovery (ID) in 2016. The show focuses on real-life criminal cases, often detailing the lives of seemingly ordinary individuals who commit horrific acts of violence. The series presents a mix of interviews with family members, law enforcement, and sometimes even the criminals themselves, along with reenactments of the crimes.
"American Monster" is a true crime documentary series that originally premiered on Investigation Discovery (ID) in 2016. The show focuses on real-life criminal cases, often detailing the lives of seemingly ordinary individuals who commit horrific acts of violence. The series presents a mix of interviews with family members, law enforcement, and sometimes even the criminals themselves, along with reenactments of the crimes.
"American Monster" is a true crime documentary series that originally premiered on Investigation Discovery (ID) in 2016. The show focuses on real-life criminal cases, often detailing the lives of seemingly ordinary individuals who commit horrific acts of violence. The series presents a mix of interviews with family members, law enforcement, and sometimes even the criminals themselves, along with reenactments of the crimes.
"American Monster" is a true crime documentary series that originally premiered on Investigation Discovery (ID) in 2016. The show focuses on real-life criminal cases, often detailing the lives of seemingly ordinary individuals who commit horrific acts of violence. The series presents a mix of interviews with family members, law enforcement, and sometimes even the criminals themselves, along with reenactments of the crimes.