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People Magazine Investigates: Surviving a Serial Killer

People Magazine Investigates: Surviving a Serial Killer

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People Magazine Investigates: Surviving a Serial Killer

2024- 2026

2 Seasons

12 Episodes

7.3(9 votes)

Returning Series

Crime

Documentary

Overview

There are precious few individuals who have managed to survive their encounters with serial killers. Anchored by People Magazine's in-depth reporting, these survivors share their terrifying and intensely emotional experiences with unimaginable evil.

Where to Watch

Stream

Discovery+

Discovery+ Amazon Channel

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Social & External

Production Companies

Radley Studios

Episodes

No episodes found for this season.

The people behind it

Cast & crew

1 featured cast member

Starring

Wendy Naugle

Wendy Naugle

Self - Narrator (voice)

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