Crimes of the Century

Crimes of the Century (2013)

EndedDocumentary showCrime

A CNN Original series executive produced by director Ridley Scott, Crimes of the Century focuses on major news events that were shocking at the time and have since had far reaching repercussions. Among the stories the series will cover are the D.C. sniper attacks, John Lennon assassination, Andrea Yates trial, Ronald Reagan Assassination attempt, Oklahoma City Bombing, Amanda Knox trial, the Waco, Texas siege, and the Unabomber.

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Scheduleevery Sunday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E08The UnabomberSep 15, 2013
S01E07The Siege at WACOAug 25, 2013
S01E06The Prosecution of Amanda KnoxAug 18, 2013
S01E05The Oklahoma City BombingAug 10, 2013
S01E04The Shooting of Ronald ReaganJul 28, 2013
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Crimes of the Century first premiere?

Crimes of the Century premiered on June 23, 2013.

Who narrated Crimes of the Century?

Investigative journalist and author, Bill Kurtis, narrated the show.

How many episodes were there in the first season of Crimes of the Century?

The first season of Crimes of the Century consisted of 8 episodes.

What was the format of Crimes of the Century?

Crimes of the Century's format was a documentary series, investigating notorious criminal cases from the 20th century.

Who were some of the criminals investigated in Crimes of the Century?

Some of the criminals investigated in Crimes of the Century include Ted Bundy, Charles Manson, O.J. Simpson, and the Boston Strangler, among others.

What was the premise of Crimes of the Century?

The premise of Crimes of the Century was to provide insight into the most infamous crimes committed in the 20th century through interviews, archival footage, and reenactments.

Did Crimes of the Century receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, Crimes of the Century was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series in 2014.

Who produced and created the show?

Crimes of the Century was produced and created by CNN Worldwide and produced by Headline News.

Did the show feature any real-life victims or family members of the victims?

Yes, Crimes of the Century featured interviews with real-life victims and their family members, as well as prosecutors, investigators, and other experts.

Was Crime of the Century a scripted show or a reality show?

Crimes of the Century was a documentary series, thus it was not scripted but based on real-life events and interviews.

Was the show available on any streaming platforms?

Yes, Crimes of the Century was available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Vudu.

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