The Hunt For The Unicorn Killer

1h 23min

Drama

An account of early 1970s social activist Ira Einhorn, who allegedly murdered his girlfriend and then fled the country.

Production Companies

Dan Wigutow Productions

Regency Television

Episodes

Cast

Night One

1. Night One

1h 22min

9th May 1999

Based on true events, The Hunt For The Unicorn Killer tells the shocking story of Ira Einhorn, a respected American peace activist in 1970s America. He lives with Holly Maddux (Naomi Watts), but when he tries to leave him in 1977, she suddenly disappears under mysterious circumstances. Somewhat later, her lifeless body is found in a suitcase in the flat of Einhorn, who has meanwhile fled the country and in the following years cleverly manages to stay one step ahead of the authorities. However, Holly's father remains determined to bring justice in his daughter's name and after a lengthy manhunt, he finds the 'unicorn killer' in France in 1997.

Night Two

2. Night Two

1h 23min

9th May 1999

Based on true events, The Hunt For The Unicorn Killer tells the shocking story of Ira Einhorn, a respected American peace activist in 1970s America. He lives with Holly Maddux (Naomi Watts), but when he tries to leave him in 1977, she suddenly disappears under mysterious circumstances. Somewhat later, her lifeless body is found in a suitcase in the flat of Einhorn, who has meanwhile fled the country and in the following years cleverly manages to stay one step ahead of the authorities. However, Holly's father remains determined to bring justice in his daughter's name and after a lengthy manhunt, he finds the 'unicorn killer' in France in 1997.

First air date

9th May 1999

Last air date

9th May 1999

Status

Ended

Type

Miniseries

Original language

en

Networks