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The Nilsen Files

DocumentaryCrime

Re-examining one of the biggest murder investigations in Metropolitan Police history. Did prejudice lead to multiple missed opportunities to catch serial killer Dennis Nilsen?

Jan 24, 20221 seasons3 episodesEndedEN

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Seasons

Season 1

3 episodes

Premiered Jan 24, 2022

Episodes

1–3 of 3

Ep 1

Part One: Missing

Jan 24, 2022

59m

As Nilsen's crimes are discovered, the truth about his victims reveals prejudice and multiple missed opportunities to catch a murderous predator

Ep 2

Part Two: Survivors

Jan 31, 2022

59m

Examining Nilsen’s high-stakes trial and the dramatic emergence of witnesses to his crimes. The cases of survivors reveal how chances to catch Nilsen years earlier were missed.

Ep 3

Part Three: Forgotten

Feb 7, 2022

59m

Sentenced to life, the media focus on Nilsen intensifies, with books and even a TV slot. His victims, including those unidentified, are ignored, leaving families without answers.