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Series · 2012 – 2014 · Documentary

Dark Minds

★5.0 2012 – 2014 3 Seasons TV-MA

Dark Minds brings together the sharp criminal minds of author and investigative journalist M. William Phelps and pre-eminent criminal profiler John Kelly to reopen unsolved homicides thought to be the work of serial killers. They are assisted in their efforts by a source known only to viewers as "13," a convict serving multiple life terms for a series of murders, who presents his theories about potential motivations behind these chilling cold cases based on his own experiences. They bring fresh eyes to unsolved serial killer investigations using the combined instincts of three unique perspectives, with hopes that it will encourage viewers to bring forward new leads.

Seasons & episodes

3 seasons · 22 episodes

The Valley Killer

Episode 01

The Valley Killer

Jan 25, 2012 · 44 min

Between 1978-1988, seven women are brutally stabbed and dumped in the woods of the Connecticut River Valley. Phelps seeks answers from a woman who survived the serial killer's attack and may be able to identify a new person of interest in the case.

The Eastbound Strangler

Episode 02

The Eastbound Strangler

Feb 1, 2012 · 44 min

What kind of serial killer removes his victims’ shoes and socks, then lays the bodies facing east? Phelps heads to Atlantic City to investigate the 2006 murder of four sex workers to see if they are connected to a breaking case on Long Island.

The Babysitter Killer

Episode 03

The Babysitter Killer

Feb 8, 2012 · 44 min

From 1976-77, a pedophile abducted and murdered four children from affluent Detroit neighborhoods. Phelps travels to the dark side of suburbia to ask: What kind of monster bathes, cleans and dresses his victims in fresh clothes after he kills them?

The Woodsman

Episode 04

The Woodsman

Feb 15, 2012 · 44 min

Between 2003 and 2007, five down-and-out women go missing in Worcester, MA. Their remains are found in wooded areas outside the city. Phelps tracks the hunter, following the trail of evidence.

Double Initial Murder

Episode 05

Double Initial Murder

Feb 22, 2012 · 44 min

From 1971-73, three little girls were snatched up, violated and murdered. They all shared something else--their first and last names started with the same letter. Phelps travels to Rochester, NY to search for answers in a town that won’t let go.

Brutal Bayou

Episode 06

Brutal Bayou

Feb 29, 2012 · 44 min

Phelps travels to the Deep South to investigate the murder of 8 girls over 4 years. But a maverick private investigator, multiple persons of interest and rumors of police corruption make the case murkier than a Louisiana bayou.

Mississippi Five

Episode 07

Mississippi Five

Mar 7, 2012 · 44 min

From 1996-98, someone terrorized the elderly residents of Columbus, MS, brutally killing 5 senior citizens in their homes. But local law enforcement and a secret source have Phelps and Kelly wondering if they're looking at a serial killer.

Dance with the Devil

Episode 08

Dance with the Devil

Mar 14, 2012 · 44 min

Phelps and Kelly investigate the 1982 murder of a New Jersey woman, Jane Goodwin. Was it a serial killer responsible for similar murders in Connecticut and New Jersey? Phelps is convinced he's got his man, a convict he's corresponded with for years. But can Phelps make him confess?

About the series

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Audience score
★ 5.0 /10

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Synopsis

Dark Minds brings together the sharp criminal minds of author and investigative journalist M. William Phelps and pre-eminent criminal profiler John Kelly to reopen unsolved homicides thought to be the work of serial killers. They are assisted in their efforts by a source known only to viewers as "13," a convict serving multiple life terms for a series of murders, who presents his theories about potential motivations behind these chilling cold cases based on his own experiences. They bring fresh eyes to unsolved serial killer investigations using the combined instincts of three unique perspectives, with hopes that it will encourage viewers to bring forward new leads.

DocumentaryCrimeMystery

Cast

2 principal cast

M. William Phelps

M. William Phelps

Self - Host

John Kelly

John Kelly

Self - Profiler

Where to watch Dark Minds

Dark Minds is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The documentary has 3 seasons and 22 total episodes, rated 5.0/10 by 3 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does Dark Minds have?

Dark Minds has 3 seasons with 22 episodes in total.

Is Dark Minds still on the air?

Dark Minds has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs Dark Minds?

Dark Minds airs on Investigation Discovery.

When did Dark Minds first air?

Dark Minds first aired on January 25, 2012.

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