The Puppet Master: Hunting the Ultimate Conman

This harrowing docuseries explores, a cruel conman masquerading as a British spy manipulates and steals from his victims, leaving ruined families in his wake.

Documentary

Crime

The Puppet Master: Hunting the Ultimate Conman

This harrowing docuseries explores, a cruel conman masquerading as a British spy manipulates and steals from his victims, leaving ruined families in his wake.

Documentary

Crime

Created By
First Aired on: Jan 18, 2022
Popularity: 3.692: 114 votes
Networks
Production: RAW (GB)
Status: Ended: Show Ended

Seasons & episodes

Total 1 seasons, 3 episodes

Limited Series

Aired 3 years ago

3 Episodes

Episode 1They Vanished49 min
In 1993, Robert convinces his college friends he's an MI5 agent. Decades later, a man named David exerts an extreme level of control over a family.
Episode 2Chasing a Ghost30 min
The father of an early victim raises the alarm with authorities about his daughter's safety. Decades later, the police chase down a bizarre lead.
Episode 3Setting the Trap51 min
As Robert continues to exploit and ruin lives, the authorities set a trap in London. Meanwhile, in the present, Sandra's children hold out hope.