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The 1980s: The Deadliest Decade

Show Info

  • Status: Ended
  • First Aired: November 14, 2016
  • Seasons: 2
  • Episodes: 16
  • Networks: Investigation Discovery
  • Genres: Documentary, Crime, Reality
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The 1980s: The Deadliest Decade(2016)

TMDB Rating: 6.0 (4 votes)

Overview

Investigation Discovery transports viewers on a bittersweet and terrifying journey back in time, revealing the dark side of America's favorite decade.

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Season 1

6 episodes • 2016

#EpisodeAir DateRating
1The Yuppie MurderNov 14, 20160.0
2The Preppy MurderNov 21, 20160.0
3The Cheerleader MurderNov 28, 20160.0
4The Heartland MassacreDec 5, 20160.0
5The Black Monday MurderDec 12, 20160.0
6The Real Fatal AttractionDec 19, 20160.0
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Season 2

10 episodes • 2017

#EpisodeAir DateRating
1The Newlywed MurderOct 16, 20170.0
2The Libertyville HorrorOct 23, 20170.0
3Friday the 13thOct 30, 20170.0
4The Copycat KillerNov 6, 20170.0
5Phantom Killer of the OperaNov 13, 20170.0
6The Dixieland MurdersNov 20, 20170.0
7The Death of DiscoNov 27, 20170.0
8The Cotton Club MurderDec 4, 20170.0
9The Milk Carton MurderDec 11, 20170.0
10The Krishna KillersDec 18, 20170.0

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