The worst episodes of How It Really Happened
Ranked by viewer rating, lows first. Lit marks on the season rail place this list across the run. Vote on a placement to back it or contest it.
- 01
The Death of Michael Jackson: Part 1
Revelations of what Michael Jackson's children and staff witnessed prior to his death.
- 02
The Death of Michael Jackson: Part 2
Revelations of what Michael Jackson's children and staff witnessed prior to his death and an investigation into the claims that Jackson took his own life.
- 03
The aftermath of the investigation into the murder of JonBenet Ramsey.
- 04
Examining the factors that led to the crash that killed John F. Kennedy Jr. and a never before seen interview with a person who may have been the last person to speak to JFK Jr, moments before the crash.
- 05
The Strange Case of Jeffrey Dahmer
The chilling account of a man who survived his encounter with the notorious serial killer, who managed to evade police scrutiny for years.
- 06
David Kaczynski, the brother of convicted Unabomber Ted Kaczynski, discusses the hunt that led to the capture of his infamous sibling.
- 07
Heath Ledger's death is examined.
- 08
DC Madam: The Woman Who Knew Too Much
Deborah Jean Palfrey threatened to expose names on her client list and was found hanging on her mother's property.
- 09
The Casey Anthony Story Part 1
In 2008, two-year-old Florida toddler, Caylee Anthony, vanishes. Her mother, Casey Anthony tells investigators Caylee has been kidnapped by her nanny, a woman Casey's family has never actually seen. But why?
- 10
The Casey Anthony Story Part 2
In 2008, two-year-old Florida toddler, Caylee Anthony, vanishes. Her mother, Casey Anthony tells investigators Caylee has been kidnapped by her nanny, a woman Casey's family has never actually seen. But why?
- 11
An investigation into the murder of fashion designer Gianni Versace, who was gunned down in broad daylight on the steps of his Miami Beach mansion by Andrew Cunanan in 1997.
- 12
In the mid-1970s, hundreds of people began disappearing without a trace. Families were left wondering about their loved ones for decades until shocking news about a mysterious religious group made headlines around the world.
- 13
George Michael's life as an international superstar comes to a mysterious and tragic end on Christmas Eve 2016. Family and fans are shocked by his sudden death. There are so many unanswered questions. Who was with Michael in those final hours? What happened the night he died? What did the coroner find was the actual cause of death?
- 14
The Clinton-Lewinsky Scandal (Part 1)
It was the shocking affair that nearly toppled a Presidency. Bill Clinton and a 21 year old White House intern, Monica Lewinsky.
- 15
The Clinton-Lewinsky Scandal (Part 2)
It was the shocking affair that nearly toppled a Presidency. Bill Clinton and a 21 year old White House intern, Monica Lewinsky.
- 16
Did Scott Peterson Murder Laci? (Part 1)
A tale of murder, adultery, courtroom drama, and ultimately the death penalty. The story of Scott and Laci Peterson as told by those who lived it. Did Scott Peterson murder Laci?
- 17
Did Scott Peterson Murder Laci? (Part 2)
A tale of murder, adultery, courtroom drama, and ultimately the death penalty. The story of Scott and Laci Peterson as told by those who lived it. Did Scott Peterson murder Laci?
- 18
Ted Bundy Part 1: The Girls Are Missing
In the winter of 1974, college-age women from the Pacific Northwest began to disappear seemingly without a trace.
- 19
While serving time for aggravated kidnapping in Utah and facing first degree murder charges in Colorado, Ted Bundy escaped not once but twice from authorities.
- 20
Ted Bundy Part 3: The Murder Trials
The murder trials and appeals. Ted Bundy helped prepare his own defense, but would his amateur lawyering help him beat the rap or send him to the electric chair?
- 21
Ted Bundy Part 4: The Death Row Confessions
Ted Bundy maintains his innocence. As the clock wound down on his final death warrant, Ted Bundy made a last attempt to save his life. He began to talk. Were his confessions too late or a could this save him from the electric chair?
- 22
Jodi Arias Part 1: Sex, Lies and Photographs
Jodi Arias is a small town waitress and aspiring photographer. Travis Alexander is a handsome, devout Mormon and successful businessman. Almost two years after their romance began, Travis was found brutally murdered in his shower at home.
- 23
Jodi Arias Part 2: Dirty Little Secret
Four years after the vicious killing of Travis Alexander, his ex-girlfriend Jodi Arias stands trial for his murder. Millions of people are captivated by the lurid details of Jodi and Travis' erotic relationship told through photographs, recordings of their phone sex, and by Jodi from the witness stand.
- 24
Aaron Hernandez: Secrets and Lies
Aaron Hernandez is a star player for the New England Patriots, and at the young age of 23, is set up for greatness. But less than a year later, a body is found riddled with bullets, only a short distance from Hernandez's home. Forensic evidence and surveillance footage from the night of the murder, examined in detail in this program, soon tie Hernandez to the crime scene.
- 25
Behind the scenes of Selena's red hot career, ambitions, and tragic demise. Rare interviews include her close friend and co-fashion designer, the back-up singer in her band, and for the first time ever, a nurse who spoke to Selena and her killer just before she died.
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