American Monster

43min

Crime

Documentary

Monsters can be found lurking behind any innocent smile and on any street corner in America. Never-before-seen-video footage stares straight into the eyes of these killers who hide in plain sight. Anyone can be a monster.

Production Companies

Discovery

Arrow Media

Episodes

Cast

Home Video Hit

1. Home Video Hit

42min

1st Jun 2016

A typical American family isn't exactly what it seems. In public, Max and Janeene Jones appear to have the perfect marriage, but behind this happy image lies hidden truths. 20 years later, an undercover police investigation reveals an unexpected killer.

Appalachian Horror Film

2. Appalachian Horror Film

42min

8th Jun 2016

Brian and Randi Trimble are in the throes of newly married life. But when Brian meets the fun-loving Blaine Norris at work, their friendship over Blaine's low-budget horror film takes a dark turn. It isn't long before three becomes a crowd...

Wave to Daddy

3. Wave to Daddy

42min

15th Jun 2016

The daughter of one of America's most notorious killers gives an exclusive interview, taking us on a journey into the eyes of a cold-blooded monster. Never-before-seen footage reveals the devastating double life of a murderer and his horrific crimes.

Sing for the Camera

4. Sing for the Camera

42min

22nd Jun 2016

In the summer of 2014, a peaceful community in Hartford, WI, is shaken to its core when a local teenager is found dead... the victim of a brutal murder, and the second victim in two days. The community must now come to terms that a killer lives among them.

Shooting Phoenix

5. Shooting Phoenix

42min

29th Jun 2016

A monster stalks the summer streets of Phoenix in 2005. With never-before-seen footage, we get a glimpse into the killer's life and how he's able to hide in plain sight. The police try to catch the killer as the body count continues to rise. Can police catch him before he strikes again?

Right Before Your Eyes

6. Right Before Your Eyes

42min

6th Jul 2016

When a good-looking, successful businessman meets an aspiring actress, she appears to be the perfect match. But the honeymoon doesn't last long. The relationship takes a turn... a deadly turn.

First air date

1st Jun 2016

Last air date

18th Aug 2024

Status

Returning Series

Type

Documentary

Original language

en

Networks