The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness
The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness

The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness

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2021
1 Seasons
4 Episodes
7.0(127 votes)
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Documentary
Crime

Overview

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.

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Maury Terry

Self (archive footage)

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Paul Giamatti

Self - Narrator / Maury Terry (voice)

Paul Giamatti
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David Berkowitz

Self (archive footage)

David Berkowitz

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