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 Copycat Killer: Episode Image
Episode 4The Copycat Killer

When rising star Rebecca Schaeffer is murdered, Hollywood panics. Detectives investigate who killed the beloved actress, and if a copycat killer is on the loose. S2, Ep4

Phantom Killer of the Opera: Episode Image
Episode 5Phantom Killer of the Opera

31-year-old violinist Helen Mintiks is found murdered in an airshaft at the Metropolitan Opera House. Could there be a real life Phantom of the Opera? S2, Ep5

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