The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness
The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness

The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness (2021)

"A closed case is only the beginning."

7.0 (132 votes)
1 Season
May 5, 2021
English
Documentary Crime

Synopsis

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.

Creator

Sara Enright, Zara Duffy, Dave Sirulnick

Network

Netflix

Episodes

Hello from the Gutters
E1

Hello from the Gutters

May 5, 2021
58 min
6.8

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
E2

Catch .44

May 5, 2021
62 min
7.0

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
E3

The Ultimate Evil

May 5, 2021
58 min
5.8

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
E4

Rabbit Hole

May 5, 2021
62 min
7.1

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.

Cast

Trailer

Details

Original Title

The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness

Status

Ended

Seasons

1

Episodes

4

Production

RadicalMedia, Outpost Digital, Elastic Productions