The 1980s: The Deadliest Decade

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In many ways, the 1980s are considered the deadliest decade in recent history. Who wants to travel back in time knowing the 10 years consisted of infamous cases like the serial-killing crime spree of Night Stalker Richard Ramirez, the Menendez brothers' murder of their parents, and Mark David Chapman's cold-blooded shooting of music legend John Lennon? Investigation Discovery explores the dark side of nostalgia to recount other notable murder investigations from the '80s, an era of ego where excess and greed dangerously collide.

The Cheerleader Murder: Episode Image
Episode 3The Cheerleader Murder

In a rich California suburb, popular cheerleader Kirsten Costas is stabbed to death. A teenage girl is seen fleeing the scene - does someone know the killer? S1, Ep4

The Black Monday Murder: Episode Image
Episode 5The Black Monday Murder

Stockbroker Joe Pikul and his wife Diane live the New York high life - but when she discovers his secret life, their marriage crashes, with a violent end. S1, Ep2

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