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Season 1 – The Killer Clown: Murder on the Doorstep

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In this shocking true story that gripped America, a wife and mother is gunned down on her doorstep by a clown; decades after the case goes cold, a twist reignites the investigation and reveals the chilling motive behind the murder.
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Fuse H @RT22430647 Jun 26 A solid documentary about a very unusual, shocking murder in the 1990s. Heartbreaking subject matter, but they did a great job with it. See more Read all reviews
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Ellie Merz

Director

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jun 5, 2025 In 1990, Marlene is shot by a clown and detectives try to find a motive for her murder; her husband Michael becomes the prime suspect after detectives learn their marriage was on the rocks, but an anonymous tip leads investigators to another suspect. Details Episode 2 Aired Jun 5, 2025 Michael's affair leads detectives to investigate his alleged mistress Sheila; a lead on the costume from a store puts Sheila firmly in the frame, but without evidence the case goes cold; then in 2017, new DNA evidence leads detectives to an arrest. Details Episode 3 Aired Jun 5, 2025 After Sheila's arrest, the prosecution prepares for trial and the stakes are high; the prosecution's case centers on new DNA and fiber evidence; Sheila's defense attorney attempts to get the evidence thrown out. Details
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Season Info

Director
Ellie Merz
Network
SundanceTV
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Documentary, Crime
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jun 5, 2025