Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders

Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders (2017)

EndedDocumentary showDrama, Crime, History

Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders is a four-part docu-series that focuses on the brutal murder of the Clutter family in a small Kansas town in 1959, the resulting investigation, convictions and executions of Perry Smith and Richard Hickock, chronicled in Truman Capote's landmark book, In Cold Blood. The series, produced and directed by Academy Award-nominated and Emmy and Peabody Award-winning documentary filmmaker Joe Berlinger, will re-examine of the crime and subsequent events.

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Scheduleevery Saturday, Sunday at 21:00 (60 min)

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders' premiere?

'Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders' premiered on November 18, 2017.

Who directed 'Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders'?

Joe Berlinger directed 'Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders'.

What is the genre of 'Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders'?

'Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders' is a crime documentary series.

How many episodes are there in 'Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders'?

'Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders' consists of two episodes.

Who narrated 'Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders'?

Martin Sheen narrated 'Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders'.

What is the premise of 'Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders'?

'Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders' explores the shocking and tragic murder of the Clutter family in 1959 and the subsequent investigation and trial.

Who were the victims in the Clutter family murders?

The victims in the Clutter family murders were Herb and Bonnie Clutter and their two children, Nancy and Kenyon.

Where did the Clutter family murders take place?

The Clutter family murders took place in Holcomb, Kansas.

What was the motive behind the Clutter family murders?

The motive behind the Clutter family murders was a botched robbery attempt by Perry Smith and Richard Hickock.

How did the Clutter family murders impact the community?

The Clutter family murders had a profound impact on the community, leaving them shocked and fearful of such a heinous crime happening in their small town.

Who were the investigators in the Clutter family murder case?

The investigators in the Clutter family murder case were Detective Alvin Dewey and the Kansas Bureau of Investigation.

What was the outcome of the Clutter family murder case?

Perry Smith and Richard Hickock were convicted and sentenced to death for the Clutter family murders. They were executed in 1965.

Did 'Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders' include interviews with the surviving family members?

Yes, 'Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders' includes interviews with surviving family members, providing a personal perspective on the tragic events.

How did the Clutter family murders influence Truman Capote's book 'In Cold Blood'?

The Clutter family murders served as the inspiration for Truman Capote's book 'In Cold Blood', which delved into the details of the crime and its aftermath.

Did 'Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders' receive critical acclaim?

'Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders' received positive reviews for its thorough investigation and compelling storytelling.

How did 'Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders' shed light on the flaws in the justice system?

'Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders' highlighted the flaws in the justice system by examining the controversial trial and the execution of the perpetrators.

Also known as

  • Murder in the Heartland: In Cold Blood Revisited (United States)

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