Australian Crime Stories

Australian Crime Stories (2016-2021)

EndedDocumentary showCrime

The stories behind what made and shaped the most notorious figures in Australian criminal history.

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Scheduleevery Monday at 21:05 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S06E06Print of Proofdéc. 25, 2023
S06E05Under the Gun (Part 2)déc. 18, 2023
S06E04Undercover Part 1déc. 11, 2023
S06E03Murder Without Motivedéc. 4, 2023
S06E02'Til Death Us Do Partnov. 27, 2023
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What is the series about?

The series documents true crime cases involving infamous Australian criminals and harrowing crimes that shocked the nation.

What type of cases does it cover?

The cases range from murders, kidnappings, serial killers, to major robberies and other heists.

Who hosts the show?

Veteran Australian reporter Leila McKinnon hosts the program.

Which case about a notorious outlaw is covered?

The series features an episode about notorious Australian bushranger and outlaw Ned Kelly.

Which case involves a serial killer couple?

An episode looks at the crime spree of serial killer couple Leonard Fraser and Caroline Grills.

Which case involves a shocking home invasion?

A notorious home invasion in Adelaide that resulted in the murder of the Shark family is examined.

Which episode covers a cold case murder mystery?

One episode looks into the cold case murder of teenager Penny Spencer that went unsolved for nearly 30 years.

Which episode tells the story of a famous kidnapping case?

The abduction of James Bulger by two 10-year old boys in 1993 is featured in one episode.

Which case involves a prison escape?

The series covers the escape of three dangerous inmates from Goulburn maximum security prison in New South Wales.

Which episode chronicles the aftermath of a plane crash?

An episode details the crash of Flight 3408 in 2011 that resulted in loss of nine lives.

Which case features the murder of a teenager?

The murder of Bondi teenager Jamie Gao who was killed by his friend Quang Huu Le is covered.

Which notorious gangster's story is told?

The life and crimes of 1920s Sydney gangster Frederick 'Fritz' Winter is profiled.

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Also known as

  • Australian Crime Stories: The Investigators

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