To Catch a Killer (1992–1992)

TV ShowEndedCTVDrama, Crime1 season, 2 episodes
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Plot

The true gruesome story of John Wayne Gacy - a good friend and helpful neighbour, a great child entertainer, a respectful businessman, and a violent serial killer who raped and murdered over 30 young boys.

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Episodes by season

Season012Episodes1992Aired—Season avg
  1. S01E01Part 1January 5, 1992—Detective Joe Kozenczak begins a grisly cat-and-mouse game with Chicago building contractor John Wayne Gacy, a pillar of the community and t
  2. S01E02Part 2January 6, 1992—Detective Joe Kozenczak is under pressure from community leaders and his superiors to close down the investigation of suspect John Wayne Gac

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Cast

Brian DennehyBrian DennehyJohn Wayne GacyMartin JulienMartin JulienKosloMargot KidderMargot KidderRachel GraysonMeg FosterMeg FosterAttorney CarlsonMichael RileyMichael RileyJoe KozenczakScott HylandsScott HylandsPaxton

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