Uncover the sinister side of fame and celebrity as investigators reveal the shocking true stories behind the rise, fall, and murder of some of Hollywood's most promising stars. Investigation Discovery's newest original docuseries, The Price of Glee, gives a behind-the-scenes look at the darkness that took over the set of Ryan Murphy's cult-classic teen musical series, Glee. It was one of four digital cable companion networks rolled out by Discovery Communications simultaneously in October 1996. ), In a 2015 interview with The New York Times, ID group president Henry S. Schleiff said that part of the inspiration for creating a crime-all-the-time network was the long-running popularity of crime television franchises like Law & Order, CSI, and NCIS. But what if we never see our loved one alive again? This series unravels the baffling murder cases and how detectives bring haunting killers to justice. We got some good shots of them from their knees down walking around the corpse, Muggleworth said. Investigation Discovery explores the medical-turned-murder mystery of Dee Dee and Gypsy Rose Blanchard in this provocative and eye-opening documentary exploring the consequences of murder. Mr. Schleiff said he thought at the time that the group could build a successful brand, if we can be a place where viewers can consistently know that regardless of the hours, regardless of the day, that they will always be able to flip to this network and know that they are going to get a story of the mystery, crime, suspense genre.. Michael Arntfield, In the ensuing weeks, producers packaged the shots into an hourlong program that will be televised in the spring to more than 100 million homes in 157 countries and territories. My next accomplishment will be the murdererthe murderer and the victim get paid the most.. Narrated by Brenda Strong, [1] the voice of Desperate Housewives character Mary Alice Young, the series examines murders that were committed within families. It brings some attention to our shows., The network has gained such cultural infamy that it was mocked during a 2013 episode of the animated comedy South Park. In an episode titled Informative Murder Porn, one character gives a school report on the network, describing it is as the vile and despicable trash that our parents are watching on cable television.. Includes interviews with the victim's family, friends, and investigators, as well as reenactments. A second installment, Serial Thriller: The Chameleon, premiered as a two-part miniseries in December 2015, chronicling the crimes that resulted in the execution of American serial killer Stephen Morin. Throughout his storied career, Det. SUSAN POWELL: AN ID MURDER MYSTERY takes viewers deep inside the investigation of Josh Powell for the disappearance of his wife, Susan, unraveling a twisted tale of dysfunction, obsession and jealousy with an explosive conclusion that no one saw coming. It's been over 25 years since Star Stowe, a former Playboy Playmate, was found murdered in Florida and her case remains unsolved. Gerry Bogacz, William "Will" Daubert. Camilla Hall The Investigation (2020) Full Cast & Crew See agents for this cast & crew on IMDbPro Series Directed by Tobias Lindholm . This is the kind of thing our fans would quote-unquote almost kill to attend, Schleiff told USA Today. ID and discovery+s lineup of gripping specials will take you inside the shocking crimes of the 90s where decades later, the public still grapples with lingering questions around these tragedies: what did we get right?, what did we get wrong?, what is left unanswered? THE MURDER TAPES use every conceivable form of taped footage involved in a homicide case, sharing up-close perspectives from those at the scene and showing the aftermath of a murder in its most raw and unfiltered form. revisits the case that still, decades later, baffles and captivates the public, offering an exclusive interview with Lyle Menendez and a fascinating look at the evidence, trial, the media and the publics reaction both then and now. Stars: In the first cable network documentary special exploring this tragedy that gripped the nation, ID poses the question, was Chris Watts born to be a monster? On June 7, 2015, ID aired its first ever scripted mini-series; Serial Thriller: Angel of Decay chronicled the investigation of convicted (and later executed) serial killer Ted Bundy. Money, privilege and power millionaire Robert Durst had it all. But according to Deutsch, You know when youve crossed the line., We have a completely dysfunctional group over here, Schleiff told Crains New York. ID follows Keith Morrison as he takes us from the small towns of Texas to the elite suburbs of Chicago to learn more about Donnie. PEOPLE MAGAZINE INVESTIGATES will take a deep dive behind the heart-wrenching stories of lives and families ripped apart by crimes that transcended news and became part of popular culture, revealing shocking twists, new evidence, and unexpected resolutions. In this nerve-wracking series, a home becomes the setting for unimaginable horror. Stars: PEOPLE MAGAZINE INVESTIGATES: CULTS examines how destructive and terrifying cults can be to cult members and their families. | Scenes of unbearable tension grab the audience and take them along for a chilling ride into true, unbridled crime. The Wonderland Murders. Brendan Chellis. Lynnanne Zager, Ariel Castro, Joe Eden, TV-PG Stars: LONE STAR JUSTICE is a six-part series that follows Sheriff J.B Smith, Det. Documentary, Crime. Werner Herzog, It is up to the See full summary, Stars: SEE NO EVIL reveals how the deadliest crimes are solved by the only witnesses that never lie and never forget: surveillance cameras. Lois Lee, Lisa Kort-Butler, a sociology professor at the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, who studies crime and justice in the media, said that viewers were drawn to these crime dramas because of the classic struggle between good and evil. Investigation Discovery began its life in 1996 as Discovery Civilization, a network dedicated to showcasing content related to ancient history. Investigation Discovery, Karga Seven Pictures TV Review: 'Cry Wolfe' (Series; Investigation Discovery, Tues. June 3, 10 p.m.) Production: Produced by Karga Seven Pictures. If you knew the answer was Colorado Springs, you must be an ID Addict. WELCOME TO MURDERTOWN follows the baffling murder mysteries where it's not just one person who's hiding something its everybody. But in the last year, Chillicothe has made national news for a string of murders and disappearances. Shaping shows for international audiences is the newest frontier in television. [1] History [ edit] [10], In December 2022, the team responsible for ID also took over responsibility for HLN (formerly CNN Headline News), which became a sibling channel following the merger that formed Warner Bros. In HOMETOWN HOMICIDE, local news footage and other archive bring to life the stories of gripping murder investigations. Tom Scorzone, But Discoverys international outposts witnessed the success of the network in the United States and wanted to see whether they could bring the format to their home markets. Depending on who you are playing, you may be there just for an hour, Hoover said. Tania Head, Crime, Homicide investigations unfold through taped footage in Investigation Discovery's true-crime series The Murder Tapes. KEN AND BARBIE KILLERS: THE LOST MURDER TAPES reveals an inside look at Paul and Karlas twisted relationship from behind the lens. Documentary, Crime, Mystery, The heartbreaking, mystifying and unbelievable stories of loved ones who have disappeared and the families that never give up hope. Brenda Strong, Wives With Knives. IDs definitive sequel, JOE EXOTIC: TIGERS, LIES AND COVER-UP, examines the biggest question in true crime today what happened to Carole Baskins husband, Don Lewis? Bob Grogan, Robert Firth, From deadly high society scandals to predators hunting the streets, this is the inside scoop on the stories that dared to define New York City. Crime is universal, Discovery Communications president/CEO David M. Zaslav told The New York Times. The way they cast these things is by posting a photograph of a real-life criminal or historical figure and putting out a call for actors that resemble him or her, an anonymous (and veteran) reenactment actor told Hopes & Fears. Sex, lies and a tale too twisted to be real surround the murder of Gregg Smart. Oz Keenum, How well can you truly know someone? Carl Marino, Ella Bennett, The Investigators: With James Franciscus, James Philbrook, Mickey Rooney, Mary Murphy. JoAnn Nordstrom, Justin East, From a body frozen in the snow, to a woman who vanishes in icy wilderness, each mystery unfolds in winters eerie silence. Legions of fans, calling themselves ID Addicts, congregate online discussing the twists and turns of shows with names like Wives With Knives, Momsters: When Moms Go Bad, Fatal Vows and Who the (BLEEP) Did I Marry?, Weve appreciated the importance of being a little bit over the top, Mr. Schleiff said. TWO SHALLOW GRAVES provides an enthralling look into Merritts explosive murder trial via unparalleled access to both the defense and prosecution teams, shedding new light on the controversial case. The Serial Killer Among Us: Phillip Jablonski, Torn From the Headlines: New York Post Reports, The West Memphis Three: An ID Murder Mystery, Who Is Donnie Rudd? Discovery. Jason Sarlanis, President of Crimes and Investigative. Accidental or premeditated? . Casting Calls and news is updated daily get the industry news here! | Make connections. Becca Baggenstoss, 45 min When real life home movies and photos meet real crime scene video and stills, murder mysteries become emotional powerhouses in AMERICAN NIGHTMARE. Sara Hooe. Richard Lopez, Hollywood star Natalie Wood vanishes from the yacht of her actor husband, Robert Wagner, into the open waters off Catalina Island. Hours later, a search party finds Woods body floating outside of a cavern with the cause of death then declared to be, drowning. D.C. Goode, | Enter the Conjuring Kesha Giveaway | Investigation Discovery Home CrimeFeed Sweepstakes Conjuring Kesha Giveaway The Discovery Family of Networks 2023 Warner Bros. 43 min Stars: Candice DeLong, Each episode tells the story of how an idyllic trip in paradise turns deadly and takes viewers through the compelling investigation that follows. Grant Ross, Discovery crime series is now casting the several lead speaking roles in Miami, Florida. Crimes fascinate and shock us with intricacies and unexpectedness but, they dont happen in a vacuum. The dead body of Darlene Krashoc is found dumped behind a restaurant in Colorado in March 1987, victim of torture and sexual assault. 43 min Chitra Raghavan, TV-PG I immediately threw the gun away and put my hands up.. [6] Despite this, "Times" was kept in the channel's name until January 27, 2008, when Discovery Times was relaunched as Investigation Discovery (ID), oriented towards true crime programs. Pop quiz: In which Colorado city did Joe Kenda spend more than 20 years as a homicide detective? 45 min Anthony D. Call, Tells the tales of mysterious murders that rocked small-town America. In 2006, The New York Times sold its stake in the network, which is when Discovery Communications saw an opportunity to turn it into a 24/7 true crime networkand Investigation Discovery, as we know it today, was born. Lady Gaga, Serena Williams, and Nicki Minaj are just a few of the networks famous fans. Survivors and investigators tell the true stories of horrifying crimes in the most isolated corners of the country, and one thing is perfectly clear--no one is safe when they are alone. Pam Dunklin as they recount stories from their decade-long history solving crimes in the Smith County, Texas area. Who the (Bleep) Did I Marry? Keith Komos, Investigation Discovery explores the medical-turned-murder mystery of Dee Dee and Gypsy Rose Blanchard in this provocative and eye-opening documentary exploring the consequences of murder. 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A murder will change the life of a victim, their families, and the convicted killer but what about the investigator? Director: Andr Wilkerson, Based on IDs popularity in America, the network began expanding into global markets just a year after its launch. For more on this case, stream "The Playboy Murders" on discovery+ and tune into the season finale tonight at 10/9c on ID. Following IDs recently released WHO THE (BLEEP) DID I MARRY? MURDER UNDER THE FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS, returns with more dark and deadly cases of crimes tied around Americas sacred pastime of spending evenings under the bright glow of stadium lighting. When Court TV became truTV in 2008, Discovery filled cables crime-story void with the renamed Investigation Discovery, wrote The Washington Post in 2013. In place of current affairs, suddenly, was Deadly Affairs.. MURDER BOARD tells shocking murder stories in which the murder wall plays a crucial part in solving the crime. Solving a murder is twice as difficult when there are GRAVE MYSTERIES surrounding the victim, not just the killer. Katie Green, Documentary. Henry Schleiff, group president, Investigation Discovery. THE LAST 24 follows determined investigators working the most shocking murder cases as they reconstruct the tragic final hours in the victim's life, in order to find their killer and crack the case. "Your Worst Nightmare" is an hour-long true-crime series on ID. 107 min Filled with a sensational mix of romance-gone-wrong murder mysteries like Scorned: Love Kills and Deadly Affairs, hosted by the former soap opera queen Susan Lucci, Investigation Discovery has attracted a global audience of fans so dedicated that they complain to the network that its logo is permanently visible on their television screens. John Mirabella, Tommy LeNoir, 77 min Stars: The Wonderland Murders. Crime, Reality-TV, Retired homicide detective Chris Anderson and criminal defense attorney Fatima Silva help desperate families, convinced a loved one has been wrongfully convicted of murder. | Casting directors are now casting speaking roles for an upcoming Kim Kardashian's sister, Khloe Kardashian will executive produce a new True Crime series calledTwisted Sisters. SHATTERED explores the ripple effects of a single murder on multiple lives, unraveling each homicide case through three distinct but connected points of view. ID gives you insight into true stories that piece together puzzles of human nature. | | Filmmaker and investigative journalist Maria Awes sets out on a dark journey to uncover the truth behind Todd Kohlhepp's crimes the ones we know about and additional ones he claims he committed. Each episode will shine a light on a depraved pattern of abuse that extends far beyond the accusations brought against the disgraced actor. [T]heres another fascination as well, and its been true for 6000 years. [Schleiff] calls it sad upon sad, vice president of development Winona Meringolo said.