The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness
“A closed case is only the beginning.”
About
The Son of Sam case grew into a lifelong obsession for journalist Maury Terry, who became convinced that the murders were linked to a Satanic cult.
Cast
Maury Terry
as Self (archive footage)
Paul Giamatti
as Self - Narrator / Maury Terry (voice)
David Berkowitz
as Self (archive footage)
Seasons
Episodes
Limited Series
Hello from the Gutters
In August 1977, the arrest of David Berkowitz ended New York City's wave of terror. But journalist Maury Terry believed there was more to the story.
Catch .44
While Berkowitz continues to dominate the news cycle, Maury pursues his theory about John Carr and uncovers a disturbing link to occult activity.
The Ultimate Evil
New leads send Maury down a twisted path, investigating a web of cults. As a "satanic panic" grips the nation, he publishes a book.
Rabbit Hole
In 1993, Maury interviews the elusive Berkowitz, who substantiates his theories about the cult. But his obsession with the case begins to take a toll.
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