The Sons of Sam: A Descent Into Darkness

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.

Documentary

Crime

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.

Documentary

Crime

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First Aired on: May 05, 2021
Popularity: 8.998: 121 votes
Networks
Production: RadicalMedia (US)Outpost DigitalElastic ProductionsGigantic Studios (US)
Status: Ended: Show Ended

Total 1 seasons, 4 episodes

Aired 4 years ago

4 Episodes

Episode 1Hello from the Gutters58 min
In August 1977, the arrest of David Berkowitz ended New York City's wave of terror. But journalist Maury Terry believed there was more to the story.
Episode 2Catch .4462 min
While Berkowitz continues to dominate the news cycle, Maury pursues his theory about John Carr and uncovers a disturbing link to occult activity.
Episode 3The Ultimate Evil58 min
New leads send Maury down a twisted path, investigating a web of cults. As a "satanic panic" grips the nation, he publishes a book.
Episode 4Rabbit Hole62 min
In 1993, Maury interviews the elusive Berkowitz, who substantiates his theories about the cult. But his obsession with the case begins to take a toll.