The Hunt For The Unicorn Killer

An account of early 1970s social activist Ira Einhorn, who allegedly murdered his girlfriend and then fled the country.

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Drama
Created By

First Aired on

May 09, 1999

1 seaons till May 09, 1999

Popularity: 6.1774
3 votes
Networks
(US)
Production

Dan Wigutow ProductionsRegency Television (US)

Status: Ended

Show Ended

Last episode: Night Two

Seasons & episodes

Total 1 seasons, 2 episodes

Season 1

Aired

2 Episodes
  • Episode 1Night One82 min

    Based on true events, The Hunt For The Unicorn Killer tells the shocking story of Ira Einhorn, a respected American peace activist in 1970s America. He lives with Holly Maddux (Naomi Watts), but when he tries to leave him in 1977, she suddenly disappears under mysterious circumstances. Somewhat later, her lifeless body is found in a suitcase in the flat of Einhorn, who has meanwhile fled the country and in the following years cleverly manages to stay one step ahead of the authorities. However, Holly's father remains determined to bring justice in his daughter's name and after a lengthy manhunt, he finds the 'unicorn killer' in France in 1997.

  • Episode 2Night Two83 min

    Based on true events, The Hunt For The Unicorn Killer tells the shocking story of Ira Einhorn, a respected American peace activist in 1970s America. He lives with Holly Maddux (Naomi Watts), but when he tries to leave him in 1977, she suddenly disappears under mysterious circumstances. Somewhat later, her lifeless body is found in a suitcase in the flat of Einhorn, who has meanwhile fled the country and in the following years cleverly manages to stay one step ahead of the authorities. However, Holly's father remains determined to bring justice in his daughter's name and after a lengthy manhunt, he finds the 'unicorn killer' in France in 1997.

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