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discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of July 4 and July 11

Posted on by Danielle Langer





discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of July 4 and July 11
This July 4th, true crime fans will get a special gift from ID to celebrate our nation’s birthday with jam-packed Lt. Joe Kenda, all day long with ID’s special stunt, Kenda-pendence Day.
[via press release from Investigation Discovery]
discovery+ TRUE CRIME HIGHLIGHTS

Weeks of July 4 and July 11 2022

**All Air Dates Subject to Change

discovery+ is the global streaming service which brings together all of Discovery’s brands and non-fiction content in one place to offer fans unlimited access to the largest collection of real-life entertainment in the world. Featuring a wide range of exclusive series across popular genres, discovery+ offers passion verticals for genre fans, from Animals to Paranormal, Food and Home. In the True Crime category alone, discovery+ contains an unprecedented 5,500 hours of the best mystery and suspense, boasting the largest library of true crime of any streaming service.

KENDA-PENDENCE DAY

This July 4th, true crime fans will get a special gift from ID to celebrate our nation’s birthday with jam-packed Lt. Joe Kenda, all day long with ID’s special stunt, Kenda-pendence Day. Beginning at 6am on Monday, July 4th, fans will be treated to a marathon of Kenda’s beloved hit series’, Homicide Hunter and American Detective, in advance of the second season of the hit streaming discovery+ series, American Detective, premiering on ID on July 6. As a love letter to the superfans out there, ID is sizzling up a special sneak peek about Kenda’s upcoming project that fans won’t want to miss!

HOMICIDE HUNTER: HOT ON THE TRAIL (WT)

Premieres Monday, July 4 beginning at 8/7c on ID

It’s 4th of July, and an out-of-control car has just crashed in the parking lot of a convenience store. Emergency responders discover that the driver, 27-year-old Don Garcia, has been shot dead. After interviewing a rogue’s gallery of potential eyewitnesses, Lt. Joe Kenda discovers the victim was fleeing a Fourth of July party after a brawl erupted over some rap lyrics. But when he asks them to identify the killer, many of Kenda’s eyewitnesses purposefully try to mislead him. The case slows to a standstill, until Kenda unearths a peculiar clue that sets him hot on the heels of the killer.

· Mr. LA Premieres Monday, July 4 at 9/8c on ID

A gunshot victim flees a house party on the 4th of July and dies after his car crashes in a parking lot. Lt. Joe Kenda interviews witnesses, but the case stalls when no one will name the killer. Then Kenda finds an odd clue that may catch a killer.

KENDA-PENDENCE DAY

Premieres Monday, July 4 at 9/8c

· Rearview Mirror Premieres Monday, July 4 at 9/8c on ID

When a retired military man runs over a pedestrian, it’s up to Lt. Joe Kenda to determine if it was bad brakes or bad intent. Then A shooting in a dive bar leads to a quick arrest, but Kenda can’t quite shake the feeling that something is amiss.

· My Second Case Premieres Monday, July 4 at 10/9c on ID

A woman’s mangled body is found beside a lonely stretch of highway. When the coroner suspects foul play, Kenda is called in to solve the second homicide case of his career. But along the way, the rookie detective will learn a painful lesson.

· 12 Years a Fugitive Premieres Monday, July 4 at 11/10c on ID

When a beloved grandmother is found stabbed to death in her own home, Kenda must turn to a tight-knit community still grieving from the tragic loss. After 12 years of searching, they finally uncover the fiendish plot to exploit the helpless victim.

HOMICIDE HUNTER: HOT ON THE TRAIL (WT)

Premieres Tuesday, July 5 beginning at 8/7c on ID

· Episode 2 Premieres Tuesday, July 5 at 8/7c on ID

An unhinged man fires gunshots in his neighborhood, sending detectives scrambling to find out why. Then an older man’s stabbing death reveals the loss of his life savings, and Lt. Joe Kenda hopes the coroner can help him identify the culprit.

· Episode 3 Premieres Tuesday, July 5 at 9/8c on ID

The shooting death of a loving husband and father confounds authorities. With few helpful witnesses and a lack of clues, the case stalls until the autopsy findings breathe new life into Lt. Joe Kenda’s investigation.

AMERICAN DETECTIVE WITH LT. JOE KENDA

Premieres Tuesday, July 5 beginning at 10/9c on ID

· Goodbye Horses Premieres Tuesday, July 5 at 10/9c on ID

On Chincoteague Island, a beautiful young mother is murdered steps from a vacant summer home. Detective Danny Plott learns she was lured to her death by a mysterious phone call and soon realizes the killer has been hiding in plain sight.

· What She Saw Premieres Tuesday, July 5 at 11/10c on ID

A quiet Maryland town is shaken to its core when a local couple is savagely slain in their bedroom. Det. Joe Bellino wonders if the key to unlocking the mystery lies with the victim’s disabled daughter, who bore witness to both murders.

HOMICIDE HUNTER: HOT ON THE TRAIL (WT)

Premieres Wednesday, July 6 beginning at 8/7c on ID

Teens stumble upon the nightmarish sight of a woman in flames. As they race to extinguish the fire, she mumbles about a man stabbing her. Now Det. Kenda must find that man. Next, the roommates of a strangled student seem blinded to the truth.

discovery+/ID CONCURRENT TRUE CRIME PREMIERES

PEOPLE MAGAZINE INVESTIGATES

New Episodes Premiere Mondays at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

Ripped from the pages of one of the nation’s top weekly magazines, PEOPLE MAGAZINE INVESTIGATES goes beyond the headlines to uncover the heart-wrenching stories of lives and families ripped apart. The series takes viewers to the epicenter of America’s most compelling crimes, as PEOPLE’s renowned journalists divulge the shocking twists and surprising facts they learned while doggedly investigating each case.

· The Colorado Hammer Killer Premieres With Back-to-Episodes Beginning Monday, July 11 at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

In 1984, a slew of brutal hammer attacks left a Colorado community in fear. It takes nearly 40 years before a serial killer is brought to justice.

AMERICAN MONSTER

New Episodes Premiere Sundays at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

If you looked into the eyes of a killer, would you know? Yet, on any street, behind any smile, lurks an AMERICAN MONSTER. Never-before-seen-video footage looks straight into the eyes of a killer, hidden in plain sight. Mom next door; dad across the street; the kid who never broke the rules. Anyone can be a MONSTER.

· Safe At Home Premieres Sunday, July 10 at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

Doris Hoskins spends her adult life repeatedly looking for love, and it seems she’s finally hit the jackpot the fourth time around. However, something dark takes root behind closed doors, and her happy new life is about to spiral out of control.

· Put Yourself Out There Premieres Sunday, July 17 at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

As gentle giant Randy Ferguson approaches his 40th birthday, his sisters worry that he’ll never have a family of his own. That all changes when Randy meets single mom Angela Phillips. But the beautiful life they build together hides an ugly secret.

EVIL LIVES HERE

New Season Premieres Sunday, July 3 at at 10/9c and Available to Stream on discovery+

People recount their horrifying true stories about living side-by-side with sociopathic friends or family who go on to commit heinous crimes.

· He Tied Me Up, Too Premieres Sunday, July 10 at 10/9c

When James Bergstrom’s wife, Linda, begins to suspect that his bondage fetish is becoming something more sinister, she can’t get anyone to believe her, but the more she learns about his behavior, the more she becomes determined to stop her husband.

· Sleeping With The Enemy Premieres Sunday, July 17 at 10/9c

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INVESTIGATION DISCOVERY PREMIERES

The programs below will premiere on Investigation Discovery as follows:

BODY CAM

New Episodes Premiere Tuesdays at 9/8c on ID

Raw, intense, and action-packed, BODY CAM uses body cam footage to show the dangerous, fast-moving situations officers face and the life-or-death decisions they must make in the blink of an eye.

· The Fugitive Premieres Tuesday, July 12 at 9/8c

A stolen truck plows through farmers’ fields ending in shots fired. A suspect swims for his freedom hiding on a dense mangrove island to evade police. And following a high-speed pursuit, officers dive for cover as a car races through their crime scene.

THE MURDER TAPES

Season Premieres Wednesday, July 6 beginning at 9/8c on ID

Homicide investigations unfold through dramatic real footage in this groundbreaking series. THE MURDER TAPES provides an up-close perspective of the case, including footage from bodycam at the crime scene, surveillance video, and interrogation room video.

· *PREMIERE* Three Loud Booms Premieres Wednesday, July 6 at 9/8c on ID

A young man is shot dead in his own garage in Maricopa, Arizona in what looks like a planned ambush. Police must look into a romance gone wrong to find his killer, as well as the child that the two may share.Will they reach her in time?

· Friends Like These Premieres Wednesday, July 13 at 9/8c on ID

The Titus County Sheriff’s Office is stunned when a woman reports the kidnapping of her husband, Ernie. Police race to find him, but things are not as they seem. It’s clear that inorder to find Ernie, they must first figure out who is lying to them.

AMERICAN DETECTIVE WITH LT. JOE KENDA

Season Premieres Wednesday, July 6 beginning at 10/9c on ID

· *PREMIERE* Prodigal Son Premieres Wednesday, July 6 at 10/9c on ID

A hardworking father of five lies dead on his kitchen floor with a bullet to the back of the head. To get to the bottom of the mystery, Det. James Colley must untangle a web of twisted relationships and bizarre fantasies.

· The Creek Premieres Wednesday, July 13 at 10/9c on ID

A home health care aide’s body floats in a rural Connecticut creek, and detective Garritt Kelly joins the investigation to bring justice to a community gripped by fear. But Kelly will need to employ burgeoning forensic technology to secure a conviction.

CRIMES GONE VIRAL

New Episodes Premiere Thursdays at 9/8c on ID

This series takes viewers inside the riveting stories behind shocking crimes that go viral. From business security and home surveillance cameras, to doorbell, taxi cab, motorcycle, police and cell phone cameras – someone is almost always watching. Gripping footage of kidnappings, break-ins, wild car chases, violent road rage incidents and other crimes rack up millions of views. CRIMES GONE VIRAL goes beyond the jaw-dropping footage to tell the full story.

· Where is He Hiding? Premieres Thursday, July 7 at 9/8c

A traffic stop threatens to become deadly for a police officer when a mom goes to extreme lengths to protect her son. Later, a couple’s quiet night at home turns into terror.

· Explosive Break-Ins Premieres Thursday, July 14 at 9/8c

Bold thieves invade a couple’s home three times in one week. The frightened couple doesn’t know who is targeting them or if the thieves will return. Later, it’s a recipe for disaster when a man lights up what appears to be a bomb at a gas station.



discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of June 20 and June 27

Posted on by Danielle Langer





discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of June 20 and June 27
Also on tap is the three-part series “Murdaugh Murders: Deadly Dynasty” on Sunday, June 19.
[via press release from Investigation Discovery]
discovery+ TRUE CRIME HIGHLIGHTS

Weeks of June 20 and June 27 2022

**All Air Dates Subject to Change

discovery+ is the global streaming service which brings together all of Discovery’s brands and non-fiction content in one place to offer fans unlimited access to the largest collection of real-life entertainment in the world. Featuring a wide range of exclusive series across popular genres, discovery+ offers passion verticals for genre fans, from Animals to Paranormal, Food and Home. In the True Crime category alone, discovery+ contains an unprecedented 5,500 hours of the best mystery and suspense, boasting the largest library of true crime of any streaming service.

discovery+/ID CONCURRENT TRUE CRIME PREMIERES

MURDAUGH MURDERS: DEADLY DYNASTY

Three-Part Series Premieres Sunday, June 19 at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

The powerful Murdaugh family has held sway over the South Carolina “low country” for a century – until now. Alleged murder, corruption, and deception are revealed. Meanwhile Alex Murdaugh, 4th generation of the legal dynasty, stands accused of enough financial crimes to sentence him to more than 700 years in prison… and the saga continues.

PEOPLE MAGAZINE INVESTIGATES

New Episodes Premiere Mondays at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

Ripped from the pages of one of the nation’s top weekly magazines, PEOPLE MAGAZINE INVESTIGATES goes beyond the headlines to uncover the heart-wrenching stories of lives and families ripped apart. The series takes viewers to the epicenter of America’s most compelling crimes, as PEOPLE’s renowned journalists divulge the shocking twists and surprising facts they learned while doggedly investigating each case.

· Alibi Premieres Monday, June 20 at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

During an armed robbery, a father of three is fatally shot, but for 23 years, another family questions if the wrong man is behind bars.

· Valley of Death Premieres Monday, June 27 at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

Five young people disappear over a span of four years in the rural area of Lewis-Clark Valley, along the Idaho-Washington border. Investigators search for links to the mysterious cases.

SEE NO EVIL

New Episodes Premiere Wednesdays at 10/9c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

SEE NO EVIL reveals how the deadliest crimes are solved by the only witnesses that never lie — and where murderers have no place to hide: surveillance cameras.

· Savage By Name Premieres Wednesday, June 22 at 10/9c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

On March 27, 2015, Tierra Hall says goodbye to her mother for the last time. 24 hours later, the teenager’s dead body is discovered outside an abandoned house. With few clues on the scene, can surveillance footage help police crack this brutal mystery?

· Rideshare Nightmare Premieres Wednesday, June 29 at 10/9c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

In 2019, after a night out with friends, college student Samantha Josephson climbs into a car she mistakes for her rideshare, never to be seen alive again. With little to go on, police must rely on CCTV footage to help pick up the killer’s trail.

· Smoke Shop Fugitive Premieres Wednesday, June 29 at 11/10c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

In May, 2019 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, a shooter opens fire on four teenagers in a parked car then escapes with the help of a getaway driver. With a devastated community desperate for justice, can surveillance video help police pick up the killer’s trail?

DEVIL IN THE WEB

Season Finale Premieres Thursday, June 23 at 10/9c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

You’d never allow a stranger inside your house or into your family’s private life but every time you go on the Internet, you may be doing just that. DEVIL IN THE WEB looks at the devastating effects of cybercrime on its victims. Criminals can use what we post to harass, humiliate and violate us – even to invade our world offline. And once this type of crime occurs, it’s nearly impossible to get justice – or get it to stop.

· *FINALE* Scammed On Premieres Thursday, June 23 at 10/9c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

CeCe bonds with a man she meets on a dating app. He soon asks her for money for his business, and she happily obliges. Cece ignores the red flags because she wants the story to be true, but instead, she becomes yet another victim of a romance scam.

AMERICAN MONSTER

New Episodes Premiere Sundays at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

If you looked into the eyes of a killer, would you know? Yet, on any street, behind any smile, lurks an AMERICAN MONSTER. Never-before-seen-video footage looks straight into the eyes of a killer, hidden in plain sight. Mom next door; dad across the street; the kid who never broke the rules. Anyone can be a MONSTER.

· It Was All Of Them Premieres Sunday, June 26 at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

When divorced mom of four Krystal Humphus marries single dad Nathan Maddox, she is over the moon that she’s found a man who loves kids as much as she does. Little does she know, her dream of a big, blended family will soon turn into a nightmare.

· Broken Heart in Broken Arrow Premieres Sunday, July 3 at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

21-year-old mom, Lauren Kidd, takes an unconventional route through life, but she always follows her heart. It leads her to love, a good job and great friends. The future should be bright, but there’s a darkness lurking that no one can stop.

ON THE CASE WITH PAULA ZAHN

Season Finale Premieres Sunday, July 3 at 10/9c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

ON THE CASE WITH PAULA ZAHN takes viewers on a thrilling journey inside the most fascinating crime and mystery investigations. First person accounts, along with insight from experts, are featured as each case reaches its dramatic conclusion.

· *FINALE* Lost Life, Evidence Found Premieres Sunday, June 26 at 10/9c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

Puzzling clues and odd witness accounts create huge challenges for investigators trying solve a young girls murder. Will finding lost evidence be the key to identifying her killer?

EVIL LIVES HERE

New Season Premieres Sunday, July 3 at at 10/9c and Available to Stream on discovery+

People recount their horrifying true stories about living side-by-side with sociopathic friends or family who go on to commit heinous crimes.

· He Tied Me Up, Too Premieres Sunday, July 3 at 10/9c

When James Bergstrom’s wife, Linda, begins to suspect that his bondage fetish is becoming something more sinister, she can’t get anyone to believe her, but the more she learns about his behavior, the more she becomes determined to stop her husband.

INVESTIGATION DISCOVERY PREMIERES

The programs below will premiere on Investigation Discovery as follows:

FEAR THY NEIGHBOR

New Episodes Premiere Mondays at 10/9c on ID

Do you really know your neighbors? FEAR THY NEIGHBOR tells the chilling tales of those with the misfortune to unwittingly take up residence within a stone’s throw of a psycho or killer.

· Appalachian Vendetta Premieres Monday, June 20 at 10/9c

Once friendly neighbors on a mountain road become sworn enemies after one family calls police about a theft — violating the unspoken tradition of leaving authorities out of disputes. Years of conflict finally culminate with shots fired and a man dead.

· The Next Door War Premieres Monday, June 27 at 10/9c

An Army veteran delivers a parcel to his neighbor that lands in his mailbox mistakenly. Instead of receiving gratitude, he ignites a war between the two military men that spirals out of control until the feud finally ends in a hail of bullets.

BODY CAM

New Episodes Premiere Tuesdays at 9/8c on ID

Raw, intense, and action-packed, BODY CAM uses body cam footage to show the dangerous, fast-moving situations officers face and the life-or-death decisions they must make in the blink of an eye.

· Get Out Premieres Tuesday, June 21 at 9/8c

In Wisconsin, police respond to a burglary in progress, but the suspects flee. In Texas, a woman makes a desperate call to 911 from inside a burning building. Also, the streets turn deadly when the driver of a stolen vehicle tries to get away.

· In The Shadows Premieres Tuesday, June 28 at 9/8c

A chase leads police into the dangerous Ocala National Forest. Come nightfall, helicopter and K9 teams work together to find a known criminal hiding in a body of water. A spree of home invasions sees the perp vanish, escalating into a three-day manhunt.

I WENT UNDERCOVER

New Episodes Premiere Tuesdays at 11/10c on ID

Undercover work is an exciting, but risky part of law enforcement. However, when everyday citizens with no formal training go undercover, anything can happen. Doing the right thing has never been more dangerous.

· *FINALE* Flirting With Murder Premieres Tuesday, June 21 at 11/10c

A woman suspected of murdering her ex-husband starts flirting with the cop sent to bring her down. The two develop an unusually close relationship and begin plotting another murder. Just who is the cat and who is the mouse?

CRIMES GONE VIRAL

New Episodes Premiere Thursdays at 9/8c on ID

This series takes viewers inside the riveting stories behind shocking crimes that go viral. From business security and home surveillance cameras, to doorbell, taxi cab, motorcycle, police and cell phone cameras – someone is almost always watching. Gripping footage of kidnappings, break-ins, wild car chases, violent road rage incidents and other crimes rack up millions of views. CRIMES GONE VIRAL goes beyond the jaw-dropping footage to tell the full story.

· Terrified For Their Lives Premieres Thursday, June 23 at 9/8c

Cameras catch two terrifying invasions. First, a violent robbery puts a store clerk’s life in danger and police on edge. Then, a young woman is stalked in her own home by a creepy intruder, and there’s a frightening confrontation.

· Fiery Attacks Premieres Thursday, June 30 at 9/8c

It’s a terrifying scene at a gas station when a man with a lighter douses everything with gasoline, threatening to ignite a potentially deadly inferno. Then, an employee bravely fights back when armed robbers hold him up.

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discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of June 6 and June 13

Posted on by Danielle Langer





discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of June 6 and June 13
New additions include the three-part series “Murdaugh Murders: Deadly Dynasty” on Sunday, June 19.
[via press release from Investigation Discovery]
discovery+ TRUE CRIME HIGHLIGHTS

Weeks of June 6 and June 13 2022

**All Air Dates Subject to Change

discovery+ is the global streaming service which brings together all of Discovery’s brands and non-fiction content in one place to offer fans unlimited access to the largest collection of real-life entertainment in the world. Featuring a wide range of exclusive series across popular genres, discovery+ offers passion verticals for genre fans, from Animals to Paranormal, Food and Home. In the True Crime category alone, discovery+ contains an unprecedented 5,500 hours of the best mystery and suspense, boasting the largest library of true crime of any streaming service.

discovery+/ID CONCURRENT TRUE CRIME PREMIERES

PEOPLE MAGAZINE INVESTIGATES

Season Six Premieres Monday, June 6 at 9/8c on ID and is Available to Stream on discovery+

Ripped from the pages of one of the nation’s top weekly magazines, PEOPLE MAGAZINE INVESTIGATES goes beyond the headlines to uncover the heart-wrenching stories of lives and families ripped apart. The series takes viewers to the epicenter of America’s most compelling crimes, as PEOPLE’s renowned journalists divulge the shocking twists and surprising facts they learned while doggedly investigating each case.

· Groene Family Massacre Premieres Monday, June 6 at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

A savage killer goes on a homicidal rampage and then abducts two young siblings from their home in the middle of the night. But the children quickly decide they will do whatever is necessary to survive.

· Mother’s Orders Premieres Monday, June 13 at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

A mother’s bond to her daughter is put to the ultimate test when one of them shoots a man dead.

SEE NO EVIL

New Episodes Premiere Wednesdays at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

SEE NO EVIL reveals how the deadliest crimes are solved by the only witnesses that never lie — and where murderers have no place to hide: surveillance cameras.

· Shaken and Disturbed Premieres Wednesday, June 8 at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

In Alexandria, Virginia, Nancy Dunning, Ronald Kirby and Ruthanne Lodato are all fatally shot in broad daylight by a gunman knocking at the front door. Can detective use security footage to track down a demented killer before they strike again?

· Final Offer Premieres Wednesday, June 15 at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

Single mom Laura Ackerson leaves for work one morning and never returns. With no leads, police turn to surveillance cameras to locate her. But the more footage they uncover, the more sinister the case becomes. Can they find Laura before it’s too late?

DEVIL IN THE WEB

New Episodes Premiere Thursdays at 10/9c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

You’d never allow a stranger inside your house or into your family’s private life but every time you go on the Internet, you may be doing just that. DEVIL IN THE WEB looks at the devastating effects of internet crime on its victims. Criminals can use what we post to harass, humiliate and violate us – even to invade our world offline. And once this type of crime occurs, it’s nearly impossible to get justice – or get it to stop.

· Reptile Cult Premieres Thursday, June 9 at 10/9c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

Online cult leader Sherry Shriner reaches her followers through YouTube videos and keeps them in line via her Facebook page. When a group member dies in a tragic shooting, attention turns to Sherry and the control she wields over her followers.

· Dangerous Game Premieres Thursday, June 16 at 10/9c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

Fourteen-year-old Aubrey Peal uses an app to find others interested in gaming. He strikes up an online friendship with a man named Jason, who claims he is suicidal. Concerned, Aubrey agrees to meet Jason, not realizing his evil intentions.

AMERICAN MONSTER

New Episodes Premiere Sundays at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

If you looked into the eyes of a killer, would you know? Yet, on any street, behind any smile, lurks an AMERICAN MONSTER. Never-before-seen-video footage looks straight into the eyes of a killer, hidden in plain sight. Mom next door; dad across the street; the kid who never broke the rules. Anyone can be a MONSTER.

· Dance With Me Premieres Sunday, June 12 at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

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· An Uncomfortable Day Premieres Sunday, June 19 at 8/7c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

DESCRIPTION FORTHCOMING

MURDAUGH MURDERS: DEADLY DYNASTY

Three-Part Series Premieres Sunday, June 19 at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

The powerful Murdaugh family has held sway over the South Carolina “low country” for a century – until now. Alleged murder, corruption, and deception are revealed. Meanwhile Alex Murdaugh, 4th generation of the legal dynasty, stands accused of enough financial crimes to sentence him to more than 700 years in prison… and the saga continues.

ON THE CASE WITH PAULA ZAHN

New Episodes Premiere Sundays at 10/9c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

ON THE CASE WITH PAULA ZAHN takes viewers on a thrilling journey inside the most fascinating crime and mystery investigations. First person accounts, along with insight from experts, are featured as each case reaches its dramatic conclusion.

· A Needle in the Mud Premieres Sunday, June 12 at 10/9c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

A young mother vanishes, leaving behind nothing but puzzling clues and disturbing questions. Will a needle in the mud reveal the truth behind her disappearance?

INVESTIGATION DISCOVERY PREMIERES

The programs below will premiere on Investigation Discovery as follows:

MURDER IN THE HEARTLAND

New Episodes Premiere Mondays at 8/7c on ID

MURDER IN THE HEARTLAND tells the complex and dramatic story of a murder in an entirely new way. Instead of a detective-led traditional whodunit story, each episode is told through the collective point-of-view of a Middle American town and its residents. Every story documents a town and people in the heart of the country, and the provocative crime that tore through it. What unravels over the course of the episode is that these townspeople are not only our storytellers, but they also hold the clues to the puzzle that has forever changed their lives and how they understand their home.

· Murder is Unpleasant Premieres Monday, June 6 at 8/7c

A roommate reports 22-year old Liz Syperda missing, shocking the community of Mount Pleasant, Iowa. Some wonder if Liz merely left town without telling anyone, but family and friends know something far more disastrous occurred.

FEAR THY NEIGHBOR

New Episodes Premiere Mondays at 10/9c on ID

Do you really know your neighbors? FEAR THY NEIGHBOR tells the chilling tales of those with the misfortune to unwittingly take up residence within a stone’s throw of a psycho or killer.

· Blizzard of Blood Premieres Monday, June 13 at 10/9c

A single woman and her two young sons believe they found a perfect new apartment, but their overbearing landlord and neighbor soon turns their idyllic situation into a living hell of arguments and intimidation that ultimately ends in bloodshed.

BODY CAM

New Episodes Premiere Tuesdays at 9/8c on ID

Raw, intense, and action-packed, BODY CAM uses body cam footage to show the dangerous, fast-moving situations officers face and the life-or-death decisions they must make in the blink of an eye.

· Red Alert Premieres Tuesday, June 7 at 9/8c

Police race to an armed robbery and face a hail of shotgun pellets. A gas explosion lifts a roof off an apartment building, engulfing officers in a fireball. In Georgia, a man fights for his life in a wrecked SUV.

The Sting Premieres Tuesday, June 14 at 9/8c

An information leads undercover FBI officers to a plot to murder lawmakers. A Florida man throws himself into alligator-infested waters to evade arrest, and in Phoenix, fire threatens to consume a driver trapped in a wrecked car.

I WENT UNDERCOVER

New Episodes Premiere Tuesdays at 11/10c on ID

Undercover work is an exciting, but risky part of law enforcement. However, when everyday citizens with no formal training go undercover, anything can happen. Doing the right thing has never been more dangerous.

· Family Business Premieres Tuesday, June 7 at 11/10c

Two old friends commiserate about their exes on social media, joking around about hiring a hitman. However, the joke turns deadly when an actual murder plot begins to formulate, leading to a secret conversation that reveals the hidden truth.

· No Turning Back Premieres Tuesday, June 14 at 11/10c

A love triangle ends in murder, but when secret tapes emerge, a tale of friendship, love and betrayal engulfs a small town and leaves everyone wondering just what happened, and why.

CRIMES GONE VIRAL

New Episodes Premiere Thursdays at 9/8c on ID

This series takes viewers inside the riveting stories behind shocking crimes that go viral. From business security and home surveillance cameras, to doorbell, taxi cab, motorcycle, police and cell phone cameras – someone is almost always watching. Gripping footage of kidnappings, break-ins, wild car chases, violent road rage incidents and other crimes rack up millions of views. CRIMES GONE VIRAL goes beyond the jaw-dropping footage to tell the full story.

· Brazen Bandits Premieres Thursday, June 9 at 9/8c

Thieves forget that most businesses keep security cameras rolling. In Texas, a band of robbers is dubbed “the inchworm bandits” when cameras catch them crawling across floors. In New York, a dognapper looks straight into the lens.

· I’ll Stop Him Premieres Thursday, June 16 at 9/8c

A man risks his own life to record a crime in progress and follow the criminals until police arrive. Then, a woman turns her own boyfriend into police when she realizes an innocent man has been charged with a crime he didn’t commit.

BAD DADS WEEK

A week-long stunt leading up to Father’s Day, featuring the most evil fathers in ID’s files. BAD DADS WEEK begins Monday, June 13 at 8/7c on ID and wraps up with the premiere of Murdaugh Murders: Deadly Dynasty premiering Sunday, June 19 at 9/8c on and Available to Stream on discovery+.

MONDAY

In Cold Blood Premieres Monday, June 13 at 8/7c on ID

A woman is shocked to discover her sister and nephew have been killed in cold blood and a daughter becomes a pawn in dark and brutal murder plot. Also, a prosecutor makes it his personal mission to bring a killer to justice.

TUESDAY

Ashes to Ashes Premieres Tuesday, June 14 at 8/7c on ID

After a tragic house fire in Texas, suspicion lands on John Hummel when his family’s brutally murdered bodies discovered in the ashes, and he doesn’t blink an eye. Now an inmate on death row, Hummel grants a final interview weeks before his execution.

WEDNESDAY

My Dad, The Serial Killer Premieres Wednesday, June 15 at 8/7c on ID

The daughter of one of America’s most notorious killers gives an exclusive interview, taking us on a journey into the eyes of a cold-blooded monster. Never-before-seen footage reveals the devastating double life of a murderer.

THURSDAY

In Name of the Father Premieres Thursday, June 16 at 8/7c on ID

Charles Sexton was taught that his father, Eddie, was God. He and his siblings were willing and loyal disciples, but as the family descends into madness, Charles discovers that in the Sexton family, crossing his family is deadly.

FRIDAY

Bloody Cargo Premieres Friday, June 17 at 8/7c on ID

On Easter Sunday 1990, Dennis Depue shoves his estranged wife down the stairs. He tells their three children he’s taking their three children to the hospital, but as he loads her into his van, his plans turn sinister.

SATURDAY

Driven to Murder Premieres Saturday, June 18 at 8/7c on ID

Two teenagers play with fire by entering into a secret relationship against a father intent on ending their storybook romance.

SUNDAY

MURDAUGH MURDERS: DEADLY DYNASTY

Three-Part Series Premieres Sunday, June 19 at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

The powerful Murdaugh family has held sway over the South Carolina “low country” for a century – until now. Alleged murder, corruption, and deception are revealed. Meanwhile Alex Murdaugh, 4th generation of the legal dynasty, stands accused of enough financial crimes to sentence him to more than 700 years in prison… and the saga continues.



discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of May 23 and May 30

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discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of May 23 and May 30
Look for the linear premieres of “The Hillside Strangler: Mind of a Monster” on Monday, May 30 and “The Prison Breaker” on Friday, May 27.
[via press release from Investigation Discovery]
discovery+ TRUE CRIME HIGHLIGHTS

Weeks of May 23 and May 30 2022

**All Air Dates Subject to Change

discovery+ is the global streaming service which brings together all of Discovery’s brands and non-fiction content in one place to offer fans unlimited access to the largest collection of real-life entertainment in the world. Featuring a wide range of exclusive series across popular genres, discovery+ offers passion verticals for genre fans, from Animals to Paranormal, Food and Home. In the True Crime category alone, discovery+ contains an unprecedented 5,500 hours of the best mystery and suspense, boasting the largest library of true crime of any streaming service.

discovery+/ID CONCURRENT TRUE CRIME PREMIERES

TWO SHALLOW GRAVES

Two Shallow Graves to Air Across Three Nights on ID Starting Sunday, May 22nd at 9/8c with the First Three Episodes. Episodes Available to Stream the Same Day on discovery+.

In 2019, Charles “Chase” Merritt went on trial for the murder of his friend and business associate Joseph McStay, McStay’s wife, and their two young sons. The prosecution presented incriminating evidence including bank records, cell phone activity, and DNA placing him in McStay’s car. Merritt maintained his innocence and his defense team suggested another man had motive for murder. Over the course of seven gripping parts, TWO SHALLOW GRAVES gives an enthralling and never-before-seen look at Merritt’s murder trial and the investigation into the McStay murders through interviews with Merritt, the prosecution, and the defense. The series sheds new light on the controversial court case that captivated the nation and the questions around the heartbreaking crime that still linger unanswered.

· Vanished Premieres Sunday, May 22 at 9/8c

The fate of the missing McStay family remains a mystery for three years until their bodies surface in two shallow graves in the desert. Prosecutors accuse Chase Merritt of the crime, and the trial begins with each side passionately presenting their case.

· The Missed Call Premieres Sunday, May 22 at 10/9c

A bombshell witness upends the Merritt murder trial, claiming someone else confessed to the McStay murders. Merritt’s girlfriend gives him an alibi, but the prosecution attempts to discredit her on the witness stand.

· The Killer’s Truck Premieres Sunday, May 22 at 11/10c

Police investigate other suspects, including a business associate taking money, an ex-boyfriend still in love with Summer McStay and a new husband with a violent past. Footage of a truck leaving the McStay house may reveal the killer.

· The Desert Ping Premieres Monday, May 23 at 9/8c

Merritt’s phone pings near the desert graves, and authorities wonder whether he buried the bodies or merely visited a sister. Prosecutors suggest he tried to delete financial records to cover his tracks. A defense attorney takes a sudden leave of absence.

· Where’s Dan? Premieres Monday, May 23 at 10/9c

New DNA found in the graves may reveal who murdered the McStay’s. The defense questions Joseph’s brother on his whereabouts at the time of the murders, and they cannot locate the suspect they believe may have ties to the killings.

· The Verdict Premieres Tuesday, May 24 at 9/8c

If Merritt testifies, the jurors will learn about his criminal past. The defense and prosecution present their final arguments with closing statements, and it’s now up to the jury to determine guilt or innocence.

· Stay Out Of Dodge Premieres Tuesday, May 24 at 10/9c

Chase Merritt is furious with his attorney’s for failing to call an expert witness he believes can prove phone records placing him at the gravesite are “impossible.” Another key figure in the case breaks his silence about the crime.

SEE NO EVIL

New Episodes Stream on discovery+ and Premiere Wednesdays at 9/8c on ID

SEE NO EVIL reveals how the deadliest crimes are solved by the only witnesses that never lie — and where murderers have no place to hide: surveillance cameras.

· Driven To Murder Premieres Wednesday, May 25 at 9/8c

In 2017, neighbors discovered the body of 40-year-old Dawn Meade outside an apartment complex in Louisa, Virginia. Detectives must determine if this is an accidental death or something more sinister, so they turn to surveillance footage to uncover the truth.

· One Last Ride Premieres Wednesday, June 1 at 9/8c

On July 5, 2011, a young couple on their way home from a night of birthday celebrations is shot while getting gas. With the killers long since vanished, detectives must rely on the grainy gas station video to unravel a senseless act of evil.

DEVIL IN THE WEB

New Episodes Stream on discovery+ and Premiere Thursdays at 10/9c on ID

You’d never allow a stranger inside your house or into your family’s private life but every time you go on the Internet, you may be doing just that. DEVIL IN THE WEB looks at the devastating effects of internet crime on its victims. Criminals can use what we post to harass, humiliate and violate us – even to invade our world offline. And once this type of crime occurs, it’s nearly impossible to get justice – or get it to stop.

· Cyber-Stalker Premieres Thursday, May 26 at 10/9c

Andy Castillo uses the internet to call and text female realtors in 20 different states. Wielding their social media against them, he makes the women believe he’s lurking nearby, adding to their terror. But they have no idea what else he’s done.

· Revenge Porn Premieres Thursday, June 2 at 10/9c

Chrissy Chambers and her girlfriend, Bria Kam, are huge YouTube personalities in the lesbian world. Then Chrissy’s old flame – a man – starts a devastating revenge porn campaign, spreading videos of him having sex with her while she’s unconscious.

AMERICAN MONSTER

New Episodes Stream on discovery+ and Premiere Sundays at 9/8c on ID

If you looked into the eyes of a killer, would you know? Yet, on any street, behind any smile, lurks an AMERICAN MONSTER. Never-before-seen-video footage looks straight into the eyes of a killer, hidden in plain sight. Mom next door; dad across the street; the kid who never broke the rules. Anyone can be a MONSTER.

· Tell Me You Love Me Premieres Sunday, May 29 at 9/8c

Ashley Pittman thinks she hit the lottery marrying Jeffrey Scott, and he gives her a cushier life than the one she left behind in small-town Louisiana. However, something ulgy festers behind closed doors – a secret that soon turns deadly.

· Life On The Lake Premieres Sunday, June 5 at 9/8c

Description Forthcoming

ON THE CASE WITH PAULA ZAHN

New Episodes Stream on discovery+ and Premiere Sundays at 10/9c on ID

ON THE CASE WITH PAULA ZAHN takes viewers on a thrilling journey inside the most fascinating crime and mystery investigations. First person accounts, along with insight from experts, are featured as each case reaches its dramatic conclusion.

· The Smallest Clue Premieres Sunday, May 29 at 10/9c

A murdered teenager’s body mysteriously turns up in a rural Iowa countryside. Will the smallest clue be the key to bringing her killer to justice?

· A Spider Web of Tragedy Premieres Sunday, June 5 at 10/9c

As police try to solve a disturbing homicide, each step of the investigation reveals another layer in a spiderweb of tragedy.

The programs below previously aired on discovery+ and will premiere on Investigation Discovery as follows:

THE HILLSIDE STRANGLER: MIND OF A MONSTER

All Three Parts Premiere Monday, May 30 beginning at 9/8c on ID

In Bellingham, Washington, police charge Ken Bianchi with the murders of two co-eds. Later, in explosive recorded interviews, Bianchi claims to know the identity of LA’s notorious ‘Hillside Strangler’ — but some suspect he may be talking about himself.

· Steve Did It Premieres Monday, May 30 at 9/8c

In 1979, police apprehend Ken Bianchi for the murders of two University of Washington students. His arrest shocks the world of psychiatry and sparks new life into one of America’s most notorious serial killer investigations.

· Multiple Personalities Premieres Monday, May 30 at 10/9c

Ken Bianchi claims responsibility for the hillside strangler murders in LA. But there’s a catch – he blames the murders on his multiple personality “Steve” and his cousin Angelo Buono. Investigators must determine if he’s credible or a pathological liar.

· The Stranglers Premieres Monday, May 30 at 11/10c

The Hillside Strangler Task Force receives a ‘magic phone call’ from Bellingham, Washington, providing a breakthrough. Prosecutors enlist world-renowned psychiatrist Dr. Martin Ome to help untangle the devastating truth behind Bianchi’s claims.

THE PRISON BREAKER

All Four Parts Premiere Friday, May 27 at 8/7c on ID

In his own words, THE PRISONER BREAKER tells the true story of fugitive Richard McNair. Richard McNair’s friends and family, the law enforcement officers he betrayed, and the journalists pursuing the truth, recall McNair’s 1992 jailbreak and his astonishing time on the run.

· The Penpal Premieres Friday, May 27 at 8/7c

In 1988, Richard McNair managed to wield a detective’s lip balm and use it as a lubricant to free himself from restraints. Now, McNair’s family, friends, journalists pursuing the truth and the law enforcement officers he betrayed, recall the dramatic arrest and flight of the young escape artist.

· The Prisoner Premieres Friday, May 27 at 9/8c

· In 1992, Richard McNair narrowly escaped by shimmying through the ventilation ducts.

Close eyewitnesses look back on McNair’s astonishing time on the run and ultimate recapture.

· The Fugitive Premieres Friday, May 27 at 10/9c

In the early spring of 2006, Richard McNair eluded authorities and successfully escaped federal prison. When stopped by an officer, McNair manages to smooth-talk the situation and is let off with a warning, an escape that allows the master escape artist to vault to international infamy.

· The Escapist Premieres Friday, May 27 at 11/10c

Weeks into his stint on the run, Richard McNair’s luck runs dry when he’s stopped by Canadian law enforcement in a stolen vehicle. McNair attempts to elude officers one final time, but is dramatically captured and taken into custody.

INVESTIGATION DISCOVERY PREMIERES

The programs below will premiere on Investigation Discovery as follows:

MURDER IN THE HEARTLAND

New Episodes Premiere Mondays at 8/7c on ID

MURDER IN THE HEARTLAND tells the complex and dramatic story of a murder in an entirely new way. Instead of a detective-led traditional whodunit story, each episode is told through the collective point-of-view of a Middle American town and its residents. Every story documents a town and people in the heart of the country, and the provocative crime that tore through it. What unravels over the course of the episode is that these townspeople are not only our storytellers, but they also hold the clues to the puzzle that has forever changed their lives and how they understand their home.

· Homicide Hotel Premieres Monday, May 23 at 8/7c

A mysterious stranger strangles overnight desk clerk, Mary Klatt, during her shift. The town of Blue Earth, Minnesota, struggles with the harsh reality that someone would want to bring harm to Mary.

· Truth Will Kill Premieres Monday, May 30 at 8/7c

A woman vanishes from her home in the neighborhood of Belle Center, Missouri, without a trace. Hoping to find Anita Dunn before it’s too late, the community aids investigators in an exhaustive search.

BODY CAM

New Episodes Premiere Tuesdays at 9/8c on ID

Raw, intense, and action-packed, BODY CAM uses body cam footage to show the dangerous, fast-moving situations officers face and the life-or-death decisions they must make in the blink of an eye.

· Fired Up Premieres Tuesday, May 31 at 9/8c

Police race to an armed robbery and face a hail of shotgun pellets. A gas explosion lifts a roof off an apartment building, engulfing officers in a fireball. In Georgia, a man fights for his life in a wrecked SUV.

I WENT UNDERCOVER

New Episodes Premiere Wednesdays at 10/9c on ID

Undercover work is the most exciting, but risky part of law enforcement. However, when everyday citizens with no formal training go undercover, anything can happen. Doing the right thing has never been more dangerous.

· The Hit On The Handyman Premieres Wednesday, May 25 at 10/9c

Police receive a tip that a Florida business woman seeks to hire a hitman. As investigators delve further into her past, they find that murder-for-hire may be just the tip of the iceberg. Now, the race is on to save the lives of three unsuspecting people.

· The Sleepover Premieres Wednesday, June 1 at 10/9c

A Utah man’s traumatic memories of childhood molestation spur him to confront his predator – and record the entire conversation. As he agonizes over the possibility of other victims, he also wonders if he could have made a terrible mistake.

CRIMES GONE VIRAL

Premieres Thursday, May 26 at 9/8c on ID

This series takes viewers inside the riveting stories behind shocking crimes that go viral. From business security and home surveillance cameras, to doorbell, taxi cab, motorcycle, police and cell phone cameras – someone is almost always watching. Gripping footage of kidnappings, break-ins, wild car chases, violent road rage incidents and other crimes rack up millions of views. CRIMES GONE VIRAL goes beyond the jaw-dropping footage to tell the full story.

· Reckless At The Wheel Premieres Thursday, May 26 at 9/8c

Like a scene from a movie, police chase a thief in a stolen RV through the streets and residential areas. Later, another dangerous high-speed chase has a shocking twist when police realize the driver has her baby in the backseat.

· Oh No, You Don’t! Premieres Thursday, May 26 at 9:30/8:30c

A family fights to defend each other, and their store, when they are held up. Then, police scramble to contain a pair of young car thieves who seem to think they are invincible.

· Horror In The Street Premieres Thursday, June 2 at 9/8c

A woman enjoying a holiday celebration is the victim of a shocking hit and run caught on camera. Next, when a man steals a grandmother’s purse right off a restaurant table, she jumps into action, chasing him into the parking lot.



ID Announces the Return of Four Fan-Favorite Series for a Month of May-hem

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ID Announces the Return of Four Fan-Favorite Series for a Month of May-hem
“Murder in the Heartland,” “American Monster,” “See No Evil” and “Crimes Gone Viral” are all due back.
[via press release from Investigation Discovery]
ID ANNOUNCES THE RETURN OF FOUR FAN-FAVORITE SERIES FOR A MONTH OF MAY-HEM

– Returning Series Include MURDER IN THE HEARTLAND, AMERICAN MONSTER, SEE NO EVIL and CRIMES GONE VIRAL –

(New York, NY) – Sharpen your armchair detective skills and step into warmer weather with the return of four sizzling series on ID. From bone-chilling murder cases rocking Middle America to never-before-seen video footage that looks directly into the eyes of killers, or from crimes caught on tape and then others caught on the web, viewers can indulge in chair-gripping new seasons of MURDER IN THE HEARTLAND, SEE NO EVIL, CRIMES GONE VIRAL and AMERICAN MONSTER, all month long on ID, America’s #1 true crime destination.

“Investigation Discovery is excited to launch new seasons of four fan-favorite titles as part of our all-new May programming slate,” said Jason Sarlanis, President of Crime and Investigative Content, Linear and Streaming. “With season premieres all month long of MURDER IN THE HEARTLAND, SEE NO EVIL, CRIMES GONE VIRAL and AMERICAN MONSTER, as well as new series and specials debuting across ID and discovery+, we are committed to bringing our viewers must-see content produced by their #1 true crime brand.”

ID’s May returning series slate is listed below in order of air date:

INVESTIGATION DISCOVERY/CONCURRENT RETURNING SERIES

MURDER IN THE HEARTLAND

Premieres Monday, May 2 at 9/8c on ID

MURDER IN THE HEARTLAND tells the complex and dramatic story of a murder in an entirely new way. Instead of a detective-led traditional whodunit story, each episode is told through the collective point-of-view of a Middle American town and its residents. Each story documents a town and people in the heart of the country and the provocative crime that tore through it. The townspeople are not only our storytellers, but they also hold the clues to the puzzle that has forever changed their lives and how they understand their home.

SEE NO EVIL

Premieres Wednesday, May 4 at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

Living in a surveillance society means everyday actions are caught on camera, mostly of honest citizens going about their routines. Video, however, doesn’t discriminate; criminals also end up on film. SEE NO EVIL presents dramatic stories of crimes being solved with the aid of surveillance cameras. Testimony from police, eyewitnesses and families are woven into re-enactments bolstered by actual security-camera footage, which helps unlock answers to cases that otherwise might have remained unsolved and left dangerous perpetrators at large.

CRIMES GONE VIRAL

Premieres Thursday, May 26 at 9/8c on ID

This series takes viewers inside the riveting stories behind shocking crimes that go viral. From business security and home surveillance cameras, to doorbell, taxi cab, motorcycle, police and cell phone cameras – someone is almost always watching. Gripping footage of kidnappings, break-ins, wild car chases, violent road rage incidents and other crimes rack up millions of views. CRIMES GONE VIRAL goes beyond the jaw-dropping footage to tell the full story.

AMERICAN MONSTER

Premieres Sunday, May 29 at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

If you looked into the eyes of a killer, would you know? In AMERICAN MONSTER, viewers find out. Never-before-seen-video footage looks straight into the eyes of a killer, hidden in plain sight. Mom next door; dad across the street; the kid who never broke the rules. Anyone can be an AMERICAN MONSTER.

About INVESTIGATION DISCOVERY (ID)

Investigation Discovery (ID) is the leading crime and justice network on television, delivering the highest-quality programming to approximately 80 million U.S. households. Viewers can enjoy their favorite shows anytime, anywhere on discovery+, the definitive non-fiction, real-life subscription streaming service. ID’s true crime programming is also available via the network’s aggregated TV Everywhere offering, IDGO, where fans can access thousands of episodes from the Discovery family of networks. For exclusive web content and bonus material, fans can follow ID on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook or check out the network’s true crime blog, CrimeFeed. Investigation Discovery is owned by Warner Bros. Discovery, a leading global media and entertainment company available in more than 220 countries and territories and 50 languages whose portfolio also includes Discovery Channel, discovery+, CNN, CNN+, DC, Eurosport, HBO, HBO Max, Food Network, OWN, Investigation Discovery, TLC, Magnolia Network, TNT, TBS, truTV, Travel Channel, MotorTrend, Animal Planet, Science Channel, Warner Bros. Pictures, New Line Cinema, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, Turner Classic Movies and others.



discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of February 28 and March 7

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discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of February 28 and March 7
Newcomers include “Crime Scene Confidential,” due on Tuesday, March 8.
[via press release from Investigation Discovery]
discovery+ TRUE CRIME HIGHLIGHTS

Weeks of February 28 and March 7 2022

**All Air Dates Subject to Change

discovery+ is the global streaming service which brings together all of Discovery’s brands and non-fiction content in one place to offer fans unlimited access to the largest collection of real-life entertainment in the world. Featuring a wide range of exclusive series across popular genres, discovery+ offers passion verticals for genre fans, from Animals to Paranormal, Food and Home. In the True Crime category alone, discovery+ contains an unprecedented 5,500 hours of the best mystery and suspense, boasting the largest library of true crime of any streaming service.

discovery+/ID CONCURRENT TRUE CRIME PREMIERES

CRIME SCENE CONFIDENTIAL

Series Premieres on Tuesday, March 8; New Episodes Stream on discovery+ and Premiere on ID Tuesdays at 9/8c

Over the span of her decades-long career in forensic science and law enforcement, Alina Burroughs has investigated some of the country’s most shocking crimes, having served as a CSI for the Orange County (FL) Sheriff’s Office on the investigation into the tragic 2008 death of toddler Caylee Anthony and worked as part of an emergency community response to identify the victims of the 2016 Pulse nightclub tragedy. CRIME SCENE CONFIDENTIAL follows Alina as she utilizes her scientific expertise to revisit some of America’s most shocking and controversial cases. By exploring the complexity surrounding each item of forensic evidence, navigating the tactics used by the prosecution and the defense and speaking with central figures in the case, whether they be the victims loved ones or the convicted perpetrator themselves, Alina strives to bring clarity and closure to those who feel the immeasurable loss of these horrific crimes. As Alina knows to be sure over her years of investigating horrific crimes, the evidence might not bring a victim back – but it can bring them home.

· My Search for Caylee Anthony Premieres Tuesday, March 8 at 9/8c

CSI Alina Burroughs opens the vault on one of the most notorious cases, the death of toddler Caylee Anthony. Re-examining the grim clues, including a controversial strip of duct tape, Alina tries to let the evidence speak for a child without a voice.

ON THE CASE WITH PAULA ZAHN

New Episodes Stream on discovery+ and Premiere on ID Sundays at 10/9c

ON THE CASE WITH PAULA ZAHN takes viewers on a thrilling journey inside the most fascinating crime and mystery investigations. First person accounts, along with insight from experts, are featured as each case reaches its dramatic conclusion.

· Capable of Murder Premieres Sunday, March 6 at 10/9c

As police investigate the gruesome murder of a mother and child, they realize all the evidence indicates the killer was someone the victims knew and trusted.

· Dark Clouds Lead to a Storm Premieres Sunday, March 13 at 10/9c

A beautiful young woman turns up savagely murdered in a bar parking lot. As investigators retrace her last known steps, several suspects with possible motives come on their radar.

The programs below previously aired on discovery+ and will premiere on Investigation Discovery as follows:

UNDERCOVER UNDERAGE

New Episodes Premiere Thursdays at 9/8c

Every day, countless adults utilize the internet with insidious intentions to groom, sexually exploit, and abuse children online. Committed to helping law enforcement stop these perpetrators, child advocate Roo Powell and the team at her nonprofit organization SOSA (Safe from Online Sex Abuse) work in collaboration with law enforcement to detect and identify the menacing adults who use the internet to harm children. UNDERCOVER UNDERAGE follows Roo as the 38-year-old mother of three transforms her appearance into a teen online. Once adults engage with Roo’s underage decoys, it’s a race against the clock to gather enough information to positively identify the offenders and get them on law enforcement’s radar.

· Who Can You Trust Premieres Thursday, March 3 at 9/8c

Flori meets “The Candyman,” whose deceptive tactics have the team believing he could be incredibly dangerous. A new predator, shady about his whereabouts, wastes no time contacting Roo’s latest persona, Natalie.

· Pattern of Behavior Premieres Thursday, March 10 at 9/8c

In order to get more information out of an adult contacting underage persona Flori, the team creates an of-age persona. Meanwhile, a seemingly innocent older man reaches out to a new persona, Alex. A shocking discovery leaves the team feeling blindsided.

EVIL LIVES HERE

New Episodes Sundays on ID at 9/8c Beginning February 20th and Available to Stream on discovery+

People recount their horrifying true stories about living side-by-side with sociopathic friends or family who go on to commit heinous crimes.

· I Will Always Be Scared of Him Premieres Sunday, March 6 at 9/8c and Available to Stream Sunday, February 27 on discovery+

From the moment Deborah Williamson meets her stepson, David Shafer, she knows there is something unsettling about him, but when her warnings about his frightening behavior go unheeded, the devastation he ultimately wreaks is beyond anything she imagines.

· He Kept Her In A Tree Stump Premieres Sunday, March 13 at 9/8c and Available to Stream Sunday, March 6 on discovery+

After Ernest Christie dies, his son, Sam, calls police and tells them everything he witnessed as a child, including murder. He is finally rid of the secrets he carried for decades, and now may pay a price for helping his father get away with it all.

INVESTIGATION DISCOVERY PREMIERES

The programs below will premiere on Investigation Discovery as follows:

CRIMES GONE VIRAL

New Episodes Premiere Mondays at 10/9c

This series takes viewers inside the riveting stories behind shocking crimes that go viral. From business security cameras to home surveillance cameras, to doorbell, taxi cab, motorcycle, police and cell phone cameras – someone is almost always watching. Gripping footage of kidnappings, break-ins, wild car chases, violent road rage incidents and other crimes – rack up millions of views. But CRIMES GONE VIRAL goes beyond the jaw-dropping footage to tell the full story. These stories include; good Samaritans who intervene to stop crimes, brave victims who fight back against their attackers, clever prison escapes, a shark heist, a woman who dumps six newborn puppies in a dumpster, and more.

· Criminals Gone Wild Premieres Monday, February 28 at 10/9c

An alleged shoplifter gets wildly out of control when she is confronted by one of the store’s employees. Then, it’s a terrifying scene caught on camera on a highway as a reckless driver crashes into signs and cars.

· Catch That Crook Premieres Monday, March 7 at 10/9c

A high-speed police chase of a suspected killer has a city on edge. But a brave bystander intervenes, risking his own life to end the dangerous pursuit. And then, a daring cowboy on horseback uses a wild, unexpected maneuver to stop a bike thief.

THE MURDER TAPES

New Episodes Premiere Wednesdays at 9/8c

Homicide investigations unfold through dramatic real footage in this groundbreaking series. Each episode of THE MURDER TAPES provides an up-close perspective of the case, incorporating body cam footage from the initial crime scene, surveillance video, and interrogation room recordings.

· The House on Lillian Street Premieres Wednesday, March 2 at 9/8c

Samantha Guthrie’s parents desperately search for their missing child. As the police search reveals many players in this mystery, there is one common thread – the Lillian St. house. Police aim to find the truth of what occurred within those walls.

· A Really Odd Situation Premieres Wednesday, March 9 at 9/8c

In Grand Rapids, Michigan, local mother Laurie Lundeberg is gunned down outside her home. Detectives must wrestle with not only finding out who committed this awful crime, but also why? On top of that, making matters worse, the killer strikes again.

A TIME TO KILL

New Episodes Premiere Thursdays at 10/9c

The key to solving the toughest homicides lies somewhere in the final hours of a victim’s life. In A TIME TO KILL, determined investigators must piece together events during this critical window to reconstruct the timeline, unlock the motive, and ultimately close in on the killer.

· If the Glove Fits Premieres Thursday, March 3 at 10/9c

A diligent art student lies stabbed to death in bed. The ferociousness of the crime makes little sense considering the quiet co-ed has no known enemies. However, police soon meet someone whose secret hatred for her reveals itself as a night of pure horror.

· Clock in For Murder Premieres Thursday, March 10 at 10/9c

Early one May morning in 2012, a Kentucky pharmaceutical company employee stumbles upon the body of a close colleague. Someone has beaten this devoted wife and mother to death, and police must eliminate her coworkers as suspects, one by one.

TRUE CONVICTION

New Episodes Premiere Tuesdays at 10/9c

With more than two decades of experience in the judicial system, no one knows the delicate dance between arrest and conviction better than former Brooklyn homicide prosecutor Anna-Sigga Nicolazzi. In TRUE CONVICTION, she travels across the country to reveal how the nation’s top prosecutors tackled their toughest cases. Reviewing the crime with the detectives who were on the scene and connecting with those who were left behind, Nicolazzi reveals how homicides are solved on the street but won in the courtroom.

· A Generational Curse Premieres Tuesday, March 8 at 10/9c

When a popular high school athlete is caught in the crossfire in New Haven, Connecticut, a dogged police detective confronts a rigid code of silence in the community, while two generations of one family must endure the tragedy of big city gun violence.

CHAOS IN COURT

New Episodes Premiere Wednesdays at 10/9c

This series brings the backstories of the crimes and legal proceedings to the forefront with insightful and of-the-moment analysis from a diverse blue-chip panel of experts, including judges, defense attorneys, prosecutors, and criminal psychologists.

· Collateral Damage Premieres Wednesday, March 2 at 10/9c

Rowdy supporters of a man accused of shooting his own child face contempt of court; a 72-year-old lawyer is tackled at security; an inmate tries to escape her fate through the ceiling; and a plaintiff suffering a stroke has an unlikely savior.

SIGNS OF A PSYCHOPATH

Two episodes premiering back-to-back Wednesday, March 9 from 10-11 pm ET

Charm. Narcissism. Lack of empathy. Impulsiveness. Manipulation. Deception. These traits and others are the telltale SIGNS OF A PSYCHOPATH. This harrowing half-hour archive series revisits some of the most dangerous killers in modern history, reviewing news footage – and the words of the killers themselves – to see which terrifying traits each killer exhibited.

· Episode S2B One Premieres Wednesday, March 9 at 10/9c

EPISODE DESCRIPTION FORTHCOMING

· Episode S2B Two Premieres Wednesday, March 9 at 10:30/9:30c

EPISODE DESCRIPTION FORTHCOMING



discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of February 14 and February 21

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discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of February 14 and February 21
Said offerings include the return of “The Murder Tapes,” “Evil Lives Here” and “On the Case with Paula Zahn.”
[via press release from Investigation Discovery]
discovery+ TRUE CRIME HIGHLIGHTS

Weeks of February 14 and February 21 2022

**All Air Dates Subject to Change

discovery+ is the global streaming service which brings together all of Discovery’s brands and non-fiction content in one place to offer fans unlimited access to the largest collection of real-life entertainment in the world. Featuring a wide range of exclusive series across popular genres, discovery+ offers passion verticals for genre fans, from Animals to Paranormal, Food and Home. In the True Crime category alone, discovery+ contains an unprecedented 5,500 hours of the best mystery and suspense, boasting the largest library of true crime of any streaming service.

discovery+ TRUE CRIME PREMIERES

AMERICAN DETECTIVE

New Episodes Dropping Weekly on Wednesdays

Over the years, Lt. Joe Kenda has heard about cases that defy logic and expose the depravity of human nature: investigations so confounding that the twists and turns feel more scripted in Hollywood than reality. In AMERICAN DETECTIVE, Kenda trades in his own case files to bring viewers astounding investigations from across the country, with each episode profiling a different homicide detective whose tireless efforts helped bring justice for the victim. Presented by the riveting raconteur whose gruff voice and witty commentary keep us hanging on every word, Joe Kenda guides us through the nuances of each case and the dogged detective work it took to solve the seemingly unsolvable.

· Drugstore Cowboy Streaming Wednesday, February 16

The murder of a young entrepreneur in the entranceway of his family home, sends shockwaves through his affluent seaside community. To catch the killer, Detective Dale Mason must navigate a tangled conspiracy and outwit a band of career criminals.

· Death Roll Streaming Wednesday, February 23

Gunshots ring out in broad daylight, killing a young mother of four only steps away from her workplace in Carson, California. Veteran detective Louie Aguilera works hard to find the assailant, but the investigation leads him across international borders.

The programs below previously aired on discovery+ and will premiere on Investigation Discovery as follows:

UNDERCOVER UNDERAGE

Two Episodes Premiere Thursday, February 24, with Episodes Dropping Weekly on Thursdays at 9/8c

Every day, countless adults utilize the internet with insidious intentions to groom, sexually exploit, and abuse children online. Committed to helping law enforcement stop these perpetrators, child advocate Roo Powell and the team at her nonprofit organization SOSA (Safe from Online Sex Abuse) work in collaboration with law enforcement to detect and identify the menacing adults who use the internet to harm children. Undercover Underage follows Roo as the 38-year-old mother of three transforms her appearance into a teen online. Once adults engage with Roo’s underage decoys, it’s a race against the clock to gather enough information to positively identify the offenders and get them on law enforcement’s radar.

· Every Aspect Matters Premieres Thursday, February 24 at 9/8c

Roo’s persona, Flori, is contacted by “Kevin,” an experienced and elusive predator who piques the interest of law enforcement. Flori also receives messages from “Mitch,” a man who works in what should be a safe space for children.

· Two Lies For Every Truth Premieres Thursday, February 24 at 10/9c

With every truth the team gets from “Kevin,” a predator on their radar, comes another lie. Roo and her team must decipher the real from the make-believe in order to hunt him down while engaging with an aggressive man across the country.

CURSE OF THE CHIPPENDALES

The First Two Episodes Premiere Monday, February 21 at 9/8c and the Last Two Episodes Premiere Tuesday, February 22 at 9/8c

Curse of the Chippendales tells the story of how the famous dance troupe took the LA nightclub scene by storm and ended with international fame, untold wealth, bizarre murder plots and multiple deaths trapped in their legacy. Their brand became a multi-million-dollar global venture, successful beyond their wildest dreams. But of three unlikely dreamers who were there at the beginning, only one would make it out alive. Driven by extensive video and photo archives, including never-before-seen footage and a nostalgia-filled soundtrack, viewers will be directly transported back to the ’80s, into one of the most unexpected true crime stories of the decade. And all fueled by one thing: greed.

· Take it Off Premieres Monday, February 21 at 9/8c

In late 1970s Los Angeles, a struggling nightclub looks for the next big thing. Enter the Chippendales. Their raunchy male strip show rides a wave of social liberation to runaway success. But sleazy characters taint the magic with murder and deception.

· Engulfed in Man Premieres Monday, February 21 at 10/9c

Business booms as the brand takes New York with a sold-out show. The leading men become media darlings, and merchandise brings in millions – but a moral backlash brews. As the group gets richer, protests intensify, and a dark power struggle ensues.

· Money After Money Premieres Tuesday, February 22 at 9/8c

The driving force behind Chippendales lies dead, but the show goes on. As key players spiral into addiction, lawsuits in LA threaten the club where it all started. As copycat dance troupes multiply, a serious rival emerges, and a deadly plot resurfaces.

· Showtime Premieres Tuesday, February 22 at 10/9c

The Chippendales fight to stay number one, but a poisonous plan is in motion. As undercover agents close in and cold cases reignite, it seems the masterminds will stop at nothing to cover up their crimes.

THE HUNT FOR THE CHICAGO STRANGLER

Three-Part Series Premieres Saturday, February 26 from 9pm – 12am ET

Since 1999, 51 mostly Black women have been found strangled across Chicago, their bodies dumped like trash in garbage bins, alleyways, and abandoned buildings. To this day all but one of the cases remain unsolved, leading many to believe there is a serial killer or killers targeting women in Chicago. Through intimate interviews with families, activists, experts, politicians and police, THE HUNT FOR THE CHICAGO STRANGLER takes a deep dive into the murders and the close knit communities who have been victimized by fear and loss. Revealing the devastating emotional toll on families and residents, this three part special also explores a ground-breaking new system for tracking unsolved murders that is now signaling a red alert on an active serial killer in Chicago. The series also looks at these murders in the context of decades-long racism and neglect in Chicago’s south and west side communities How could more than 51 women be strangled with seeming impunity over twenty years, yet their killer or killers are still at large to this day? As THE HUNT FOR THE CHICAGO STRANGLER drives towards those answers, shocking new evidence has the potential to break the case open at last.

· There’s a Thing Called Justice Premieres Saturday, February 26 at 9/8c

In Chicago, an alarming number of unsolved strangulations of mostly Black women has the community on edge. While police say they are investigating, community leaders and family members believe something far more sinister is going on.

· A Pattern of Murder Premieres Saturday, February 26 at 10/9c

Two back-to-back murders appear to be an escalation in the pattern. A non-profit examines the cases and starts to connect the dots, leading to a terrifying conclusion. Then, a break in one of the cases, years in the making, ends in an expected way.

· The Killing Rages Premieres Saturday, February 26 at 11/10c

As possible connections between the murders finally gets air time, the community rises up. But analysis of victimology leads outside experts to a grim conclusion: Chicago could be in the clutches of something far more insidious than anyone knows.

MURDER TAPES

New Episodes Premiere Wednesdays at 9/8c

Homicide investigations unfold through dramatic real footage in this groundbreaking series. Each episode of THE MURDER TAPES provides an up-close perspective of the case, incorporating body cam footage from the initial crime scene, surveillance video, and interrogation room recordings.

· Blunt Force Trauma Premieres Wednesday, February 16 at 9/8c

A woman of faith, Susan Hernandez seems last like the last person police would expect to find murdered in her basement. Searching for suspects, detectives turn over every stone in the hunt for Susan’s killer, with a result that shakes the town to its core.

SECRETS, LIES AND PRIVATE EYES

Two episodes premiering back-to-back Thursday, February 17 from 9-11pm ET

Across America teams of skilled investigators operate undercover in pursuit of the truth. But these aren’t law enforcement agents, they’re private investigators and oftentimes they work the cases the police can’t or won’t touch. Now four female-led agencies open their doors to the inner workings of their investigations. These dedicated agents have one mission: to find justice for their clients. Battling cheaters, liars, devious offenders, and even the legal system, can they uncover the truth? Sit tight and enjoy the secrets and lies confronted head-on by the ‘private eyes’.

· The Bullet and the Bounty Premieres Thursday, February 17 at 9/8c

With accusations rife, revelations from an out-of-town stranger might yield a breakthrough in Alex and Jon’s cold case murder. Meanwhile, Heather battles false leads in her hunt for Alabama fugitive Dustin.

· The Informant and the Train Premieres Thursday, February 17 at 10/9c

With multiple sources naming their suspect, Alex and Jon discover evidence that may have been missed. They hope DNA will reveal the identity of their killer. Elsewhere, Sheila investigates a car hit by a train for proof of a possible murder plot.

EVIL LIVES HERE

New Episodes Premiere Sundays at 9/8c

· Locked in the Closet Premieres Sunday, February 20 at 9/8c

The first time Alice Jenkins locks Jesse Eging in the closet as a child, he thinks it’s only a game. But as Jesse’s captivity grows longer and food becomes scarce, he realizes that if he and his siblings do not find a way to escape, they will surely die.

· What if He Gets Out Premieres Sunday, February 27 at 9/8c

When Amy Chessler calls 911 to report what her brother, Jesse Winnick, has confessed to, she doesn’t know whether to believe him. Jesse’s always been a liar, and Amy doesn’t truly understand what he is capable of until she walks in and sees it for herself.

ON THE CASE WITH PAULA ZAHN

New Episodes Stream on discovery+ and Premiere on ID Sundays at 10/9c

ON THE CASE WITH PAULA ZAHN takes viewers on a thrilling journey inside the most fascinating crime and mystery investigations. First person accounts, along with insight from experts, are featured as each case reaches its dramatic conclusion.

· A Mother Knows Premieres Sunday, February 20 at 10/9c

A female active-duty soldier dies in a brutal attack during a night out with members of her unit. Police try to determine if a secret fear she mentioned to her mother is the motive for her murder.

· Hauntingly Familiar Premieres Sunday, February 27 at 10/9c

Investigators must overturn a shocking decision before they can solve the hauntingly familiar murder of a teenager.

INVESTIGATION DISCOVERY PREMIERES

The programs below will premiere on Investigation Discovery as follows:

CRIMES GONE VIRAL

New Episodes Premiere Mondays at 10/9c

This series takes viewers inside the riveting stories behind shocking crimes that go viral. From business security cameras to home surveillance cameras, to doorbell, taxi cab, motorcycle, police and cell phone cameras – someone is almost always watching. Gripping footage of kidnappings, break-ins, wild car chases, violent road rage incidents and other crimes – rack up millions of views. But CRIMES GONE VIRAL goes beyond the jaw-dropping footage to tell the full story. These stories include; good Samaritans who intervene to stop crimes, brave victims who fight back against their attackers, clever prison escapes, a shark heist, a woman who dumps six newborn puppies in a dumpster, and more.

· We See You Premieres Monday, February 14 at 10/9c

A woman fed up with the chaos caused by a couple known as “the neighbors from hell,” begins videotaping them, and a volatile explosion erupts. Later, an oblivious couple is too busy making out at a bar to realize an armed robbery is underway.

CHAOS IN COURT

New Episodes Premiere Wednesdays at 10/9c

This series brings the backstories of the crimes and legal proceedings to the forefront with insightful and of-the-moment analysis from a diverse blue-chip panel of experts, including judges, defense attorneys, prosecutors, and criminal psychologists.

· Rush to Judgment Premieres Wednesday, February 16 at 10/9c

A mother waits in agony as her teenage daughter receives a 20-year sentence, and a Russian inmate tries to escape from a glass cage in court. Then, one judge punishes a disrespecting spectator while another clears out of a courtroom after an Ebola scare.

· Sudden Impact Premieres Wednesday, February 16 at 10:30/9:30c

The Parkland shooter launches a surprise attack on a security guard, and an angry ex lunges at a judge in a domestic violence hearing. A woman faints at her murder-for-hire plot sentencing, and thieves carry out a smash-and-grab spree at courthouse ATMs.

· Court of Public Opinion Premieres Wednesday, February 23 at 10/9c

A judge on a hot mic unleashes public outrage when his personal opinions go viral, and a man arrested for murder escapes an interrogation. A judge jails a victim of domestic violence, and an adorable Zoom mishap lights up the internet.

· Repeat Offender Premieres Wednesday, February 23 at 10:30/9:30c

Parents of a teacher and her teen victim square off at a scandalous sex trial, and prisoners flee a flimsy holding cell in Thailand. A judge punishes a belligerent defendant with hard time, and an X-rated screen name ticks off the judge in a Zoom hearing.



discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of January 31 and February 7

Posted on by Danielle Langer





discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of January 31 and February 7
Said offerings include “American Detective,” with new episodes dropping Wednesdays on discovery+.
[via press release from Investigation Discovery]
discovery+ TRUE CRIME HIGHLIGHTS

Weeks of January 31 and February 7 2022

**All Air Dates Subject to Change

discovery+ is the global streaming service which brings together all of Discovery’s brands and non-fiction content in one place to offer fans unlimited access to the largest collection of real-life entertainment in the world. Featuring a wide range of exclusive series across popular genres, discovery+ offers passion verticals for genre fans, from Animals to Paranormal, Food and Home. In the True Crime category alone, discovery+ contains an unprecedented 5,500 hours of the best mystery and suspense, boasting the largest library of true crime of any streaming service.

discovery+ TRUE CRIME PREMIERES

AMERICAN DETECTIVE

New Episodes Dropping Weekly on Wednesdays

Over the years, Lt. Joe Kenda has heard about cases that defy logic and expose the depravity of human nature: investigations so confounding that the twists and turns feel more scripted in Hollywood than reality. In AMERICAN DETECTIVE, Kenda trades in his own case files to bring viewers astounding investigations from across the country, with each episode profiling a different homicide detective whose tireless efforts helped bring justice for the victim. Presented by the riveting raconteur whose gruff voice and witty commentary keep us hanging on every word, Joe Kenda guides us through the nuances of each case and the dogged detective work it took to solve the seemingly unsolvable.

· Run the Wickets Premieres Wednesday, February 2

The former mayor of Potowan Point, Ohio, turns up dead in his hunting cabin. Detective Ryan Allar and his team begin the search to figure out if this is political retaliation or something more personal. What they find hits a little too close to home.

· Radio Silence Premieres Wednesday, February 9

The body of a promising young radio host turns up on the side of the road in south Houston. When Detective Brian Harris arrives to determine who wanted the second-generation immigrant dead, he uncovers a tragic tale of love and deceit.

INVESTIGATION DISCOVERY PREMIERES

The programs below will premiere on Investigation Discovery as follows:

CRIMES GONE VIRAL

New Episodes Premiere Mondays at 10/9c

This series takes viewers inside the riveting stories behind shocking crimes that go viral. From business security cameras to home surveillance cameras, to doorbell, taxi cab, motorcycle, police and cell phone cameras – someone is almost always watching. Gripping footage of kidnappings, break-ins, wild car chases, violent road rage incidents and other crimes – rack up millions of views. But CRIMES GONE VIRAL goes beyond the jaw-dropping footage to tell the full story. These stories include; good Samaritans who intervene to stop crimes, brave victims who fight back against their attackers, clever prison escapes, a shark heist, a woman who dumps six newborn puppies in a dumpster, and more.

· Vicious Abductions Premieres Monday, January 31 at 10/9c

Two strangers attempt to steal a stunned woman’s beloved dog while on a walk. They brutally attack as she tries to fight them off. Next, a man finds himself in a frightening battle for his life after a friend betrays him.

· Clueless Robbers Premieres Monday, February 7 at 10/9c

Thieves think they’re smart but get foiled by their clueless actions. A band of robbers holding up a gas station forgets that the clerk has control of the doors. Another thief doesn’t realize that the customer behind him is a policeman.

MURDER IN THE HEARTLAND

New Episodes Premiere Tuesdays at 9/8c

MURDER IN THE HEARTLAND tells the complex and dramatic story of a murder in an entirely new way. Instead of a detective-led traditional whodunit story, each episode is told through the collective point-of-view of a Middle American town and its residents. Every story documents a town and people in the heart of the country, and the provocative crime that tore through it. What unravels over the course of the episode is that these townspeople are not only our storytellers, but they also hold the clues to the puzzle that has forever changed their lives and how they understand their home.

· Invitation to be Killed Premieres Tuesday, February 1 at 9/8c

Locals stay quiet to protect their own when a recent transplant to Hartford, Kentucky, is found tied up and floating in a toolbox in a creek. Detectives work to find out what happened to 29-year-old military vet Tromain Mackall.

MURDER UNDER THE FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS

New Episodes Premiere Tuesdays at 10/9c

Across the country, high school football unites small-town communities. But when a heinous murder shatters that Friday night dream world, the crime ripples beyond those immediately impacted, and the community will never be the same again.

· Do It for Juan Premieres Tuesday, February 1 at 10/9c

As quarterback and then as coach, Juan Joseph led his Louisiana high school football team to multiple victories. When he’s inexplicably gunned down, his community unites to bring his killer to justice.

· Mr. Untouchable Premieres Tuesday, February 8 at 10/9c

A cold-blooded murder takes the life of local football hero TK Kelly. The high school standout had carried the dreams of his small California city on his shoulders, but for someone close to TK, jealousy of the star was motivation enough to kill.

DEADLY AFFAIRS: BETRAYED BY LOVE

New Episodes Premiere Saturdays at 11/10c

This enthralling series looks at love triangles gone bad, office romances gone awry and other passionate love affairs that ended in death.

· Handsome and Handy Premieres Saturday, February 5 at 11/10c

When highschool sweethearts Kay and David Parsons meet their new neighbors, an unlikely romance turns into a deadly obsession. And, an affair with the handsome repairman shatters the Craven’s once-happy marriage.

· Sinful Nature Premieres Tuesday, February 12 at 11/10c

When a new pastor arrives at their church, Randy and Teresa Stone learn that a passionate affair can lead to murder. Also, a bizarre hunting accident reveals the true motive behind a close friendship.

CALLS FROM THE INSIDE

New Episodes Premiere Wednesdays at 9/8c

It’s an iconic line in any crime story: when a suspect is arrested, they get one call. In reality, once a person enters the criminal justice system, they have multiple opportunities to make calls as they await trial. The vast majority of those calls are recorded. An admission, a threat, a slip of the tongue, a bribe it’s all on tape and the suspect knows it. But this doesn’t always stop them from talking and talking. Calls From the Inside, uses jailhouse phone calls to frame the narrative of murder investigations steeped in mystery.

· An Inconvenient Romance Premieres Wednesday, February 2 at 9/8c

William Hargrove loves both Anna and Michelle. When Michelle tells him he has to choose between them, he picks her — and Anna winds up dead. He claims to love Michelle so much, but his phone calls hint at her possible role in Anna’s murder.

CHAOS IN COURT

New Episodes Premiere Wednesdays at 10/9c

This series brings the backstories of the crimes and legal proceedings to the forefront with insightful and of-the-moment analysis from a diverse blue-chip panel of experts, including judges, defense attorneys, prosecutors, and criminal psychologists.

· Rules Don’t Apply Premieres Wednesday, February 2 at 10/9c

An attorney is accused of coercing sex in exchange for legal services ; a court deputy body slams a man at security for a presumed threat; a murder victim’s son lunges at his mother’s killer; and a teen in custody takes a 12 ft. dive from a window.

· Surprise Witness Premieres Wednesday, February 9 at 10/9c

A massive brawl breaks out in a courthouse after the murder of a family member accused of snitching. A hallway duel breaks out between a judge and an attorney, and a tragedy turns into a wedding gift.

The programs below previously aired on discovery+ and will premiere on Investigation Discovery as follows:

PRISONER OF LOVE

New Episodes Premiere on Mondays at 9/8c

Finding true love isn’t always easy, and now more than ever, struggling singles across the country are craving a romantic connection. But sometimes true love can’t be found at the local bars because ‘the one’ is serving time behind them. Enter prison matchmaker, Chelsea Holmes. Chelsea has been connecting with inmates for years through a pen pal program, and recently evolved it into a business matching hopeful singles with prisoners for the digital age. But Chelsea isn’t simply a matchmaker – she’s a hopeless romantic herself, looking for love with someone on the inside. As Chelsea navigates her locked-up love affairs, her clients are trying to manage their own budding relationships with desperate desires for a life of love after a stint behind bars.

· Prison Famous Premieres Monday, January 31 at 9/8c

Chelsea, ghosted by inmate boyfriend Manuel, quickly forms a close bond with another felon. Brey’s dad Dexter jumps into the inmate dating game, and Aluntra finally gets to start her new life with fiancé, Bryce, who is released after four years.

· From Cell to Celibate Premieres Monday, February 7 at 9/8c

Things heat up between Chelsea and soon-to-be-released inmate Michael. Isa isn’t sure she can trust Devin after his repeated requests for money, and newly-free Bryce feels the tension between his family and his fiance Aluntra.

SECRETS, LIES AND PRIVATE EYES

New Episodes Premiere on Thursdays at 9/8c

Across America teams of skilled investigators operate undercover in pursuit of the truth. But these aren’t law enforcement agents, they’re private investigators and oftentimes they work the cases the police can’t or won’t touch. Now four female-led agencies open their doors to the inner workings of their investigations. These dedicated agents have one mission: to find justice for their clients. Battling cheaters, liars, devious offenders, and even the legal system, can they uncover the truth? Sit tight and enjoy the secrets and lies confronted head-on by the ‘private eyes’.

· The Accused and the Love Premieres Thursday, February 3 at 9/8c

A man who claims he was protecting his family when he opened fire on a Tennessee beach hopes PI Heather can save him from his murder charges. Meanwhile, Renee and her all-female team are on the tail of a suspected cheater in Nashville, Tennessee.

· The Killer and the Cure Premieres Thursday, February 3 at 10/9c

Heather hopes forensics can prove Justin’s innocence, but old charges may threaten to derail her case. Meanwhile, in Georgia, Sheila goes undercover to catch an alleged thief but his unusual rituals could potentially land her in hot water.

· The Watcher and the Horseman Premieres Thursday, February 10 at 9/8c

Alex and Jon pursue an alleged stalker for bar manager Lauren as a shocking discovery leaves her feeling vulnerable. Meanwhile, Renee and Amy are in rural Tennessee to find missing mom Rachel and make chilling revelations about someone close to home.

· The Secret and the Missing Premieres Thursday, February 10 at 10/9c

Renee and Amy battle rumors and speculations around Rachel’s disappearance in Paris, TN, but a disturbance in a nearby cornfield leaves them wondering what lies beneath. Meanwhile, Heather plays cat and mouse with a wanted fugitive who is due back in jail.



discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of January 17 and January 24

Posted on by Danielle Langer





discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of January 17 and January 24
Said offerings include the return of “American Detective” on Wednesday beginning January 26.
[via press release from Investigation Discovery]
discovery+ TRUE CRIME HIGHLIGHTS

Weeks of January 17 and January 24 2022

**All Air Dates Subject to Change

discovery+, the newly launched global streaming service, brings together all of Discovery’s brands and non-fiction content in one place to offer fans unlimited access to the largest collection of real-life entertainment in the world. Featuring a wide range of exclusive series across popular genres, discovery+ offers passion verticals for genre fans, from Animals to Paranormal, Food and Home. In the True Crime category alone, discovery+ contains an unprecedented 5,500 hours of the best mystery and suspense, boasting the largest library of true crime of any streaming service.

discovery+ TRUE CRIME PREMIERES

AMERICAN DETECTIVE

Two New Episodes Begin Streaming Wednesday, January 26, With Episodes Dropping Weekly on Wednesdays

This true-crime series hosted by Lt. Joe Kenda, one of America’s toughest detectives, features incredibly disturbing and mind-blowing cases from across the country. Lt. Kenda expertly guides us through the complex twists and turns of these bizarre crimes.

· Prodigal Son Premieres Wednesday, January 26

A hardworking father of five lies dead on his kitchen floor with a bullet to the back of the head. To get to the bottom of the mystery, Det. James Colley must untangle a web of twisted relationships and bizarre fantasies.

· The Creek Premieres Wednesday, January 26

A home health care aide’s body floats in a rural Connecticut creek, and detective Garritt Kelly joins the investigation to bring justice to a community gripped by fear. But Kelly will need to employ burgeoning forensic technology to secure a conviction.

INVESTIGATION DISCOVERY PREMIERES

The programs below will premiere on Investigation Discovery as follows:

CRIMES GONE VIRAL

New Episodes Premiere Mondays at 10/9c

This series takes viewers inside the riveting stories behind shocking crimes that go viral. From business security cameras to home surveillance cameras, to doorbell, taxi cab, motorcycle, police and cell phone cameras – someone is almost always watching. Gripping footage of kidnappings, break-ins, wild car chases, violent road rage incidents and other crimes – rack up millions of views. But CRIMES GONE VIRAL goes beyond the jaw-dropping footage to tell the full story. These stories include; good Samaritans who intervene to stop crimes, brave victims who fight back against their attackers, clever prison escapes, a shark heist, a woman who dumps six newborn puppies in a dumpster, and more.

· Car Attacks Premieres Monday, January 24 at 10/9c

A woman responsible for a hit and run is so desperate to evade the police, she becomes dangerously reckless and out of control. And then, when a group of cyclists attack a man driving with his mother, things get downright terrifying.

MURDER IN THE HEARTLAND

New Episodes Premiere Tuesdays at 9/8c

MURDER IN THE HEARTLAND tells the complex and dramatic story of a murder in an entirely new way. Instead of a detective-led traditional whodunit story, each episode is told through the collective point-of-view of a Middle American town and its residents. Every story documents a town and people in the heart of the country, and the provocative crime that tore through it. What unravels over the course of the episode is that these townspeople are not only our storytellers, but they also hold the clues to the puzzle that has forever changed their lives and how they understand their home.

· Betrayal Begins With Trust Premieres Tuesday, January 18 at 9/8c

When childhood friends Phillip Brewer and Jody Fortuna go missing, their families and friends fear the worst. The small town of Gillette, Wyoming bands together with detectives to solve this mystery of jealousy and deception.

· Deadly Double Life Premieres Tuesday, January 25 at 9/8c

Secrets emerge in a quiet neighborhood when young mother Stacey Shoemaker is shot dead. The once tight-knit cul-de-sac in Wagoner, Oklahoma, is now full of suspicions, finger-pointing, and fear.

MURDER UNDER THE FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS

New Episodes Premiere Tuesdays at 10/9c

Across the country, high school football unites small-town communities. But when a heinous murder shatters that Friday night dream world, the crime ripples beyond those immediately impacted, and the community will never be the same again.

· Killer in the Field Premieres Tuesday, January 18 at 10/9c

A beloved high school teacher’s mutilated body lies in a field near her home, leaving behind a baffling trail of evidence. One suspect tells a story that makes no sense, but the real killer’s motives are as confusing as they are terrifying.

· Game of Privileges Premieres Tuesday, January 25 at 10/9c

In a struggling Pennsylvania coal town, where high school football is king, the killing of a Mexican immigrant splits the community. When star players emerge as suspects, some locals engage in a cover up that is almost as shocking as the murder.

DEADLY AFFAIRS: BETRAYED BY LOVE

New Episodes Premiere Tuesdays at 11/10c

This enthralling series looks at love triangles gone bad, office romances gone awry and other passionate love affairs that ended in death.

· Handsome and Handy Premieres Tuesday, January 22 at 11/10c

When highschool sweethearts Kay and David Parsons meet their new neighbors, an unlikely romance turns into a deadly obsession. And, an affair with the handsome repairman shatters the Craven’s once-happy marriage.

· Sinful Nature Premieres Tuesday, January 22 at 11:30/10:30c

When a new pastor arrives at their church, Randy and Teresa Stone learn that a passionate affair can lead to murder. Also, a bizarre hunting accident reveals the true motive behind a close friendship.

CALLS FROM THE INSIDE

New Episodes Premiere Wednesdays at 9/8c

It’s an iconic line in any crime story: when a suspect is arrested, they get one call. In reality, once a person enters the criminal justice system, they have multiple opportunities to make calls as they await trial. The vast majority of those calls are recorded. An admission, a threat, a slip of the tongue, a bribe it’s all on tape and the suspect knows it. But this doesn’t always stop them from talking and talking. Calls From the Inside, uses jailhouse phone calls to frame the narrative of murder investigations steeped in mystery.

· Murder Strikes Twice Premieres Wednesday, January 19 at 9/8c

John Peek’s first wife died in an apparent burglary. Now years later, his second wife is killed. Police must determine if it’s just a terrible coincidence. Jail calls, hidden wire conversations, and years of detective work finally reveal the truth.

· Jealousy’s Killer Web Premieres Wednesday, January 26 at 9/8c

In 2017, Julii Johnson lay dead in front of her boyfriend’s home in Warren, Michigan. All evidence seems to point to the boyfriend. As detectives dig deeper, they uncover a complicated plot, and no one is talking except on the jail phone.

CHAOS IN COURT

New Episodes Premiere Wednesdays at 10/9c

This series brings the backstories of the crimes and legal proceedings to the forefront with insightful and of-the-moment analysis from a diverse blue-chip panel of experts, including judges, defense attorneys, prosecutors, and criminal psychologists.

· Chances and Circumstances Premieres Wednesday, January 19 at 10/9c

A mother attacks the brother of a world-famous Olympian after a judge acquits him of murder, and a courthouse scuffle leads to a potentially deadly situation. Next, a Zoom hearing takes a scary turn, and four teens escape a juvenile detention facility.

· Acts of Violence Premieres Wednesday, January 19 at 10:30/9:30c

A notorious nanny who viciously murdered two children asks for forgiveness, and a bailiff risks his life to catch a fleeing defendant. Plus, a judge throws a fit and a book at a reluctant jury member, and a woman flashes a judge at a bond hearing.

· Contempt of Court Premieres Wednesday, January 26 at 10/9c

A Tiger King star facing allegations of animal abuse turns on former volunteers, and a judge restrains an out-of-control defendant. A cop-killer spews evil threats in court, and an unlikely group of jailhouse saviors rescues a guard.

· Raise Your Right Hand Premieres Wednesday, January 26 at 10:30/9:30c

Police arrest and tase a black attorney when he shows up to court in street clothes, and a judge’s affair with a key witness comes to light. A public defender fends off an attack in open court, and a heartbreaking childhood leads to a surprise adoption.

The programs below previously aired on discovery+ and will premiere on Investigation Discovery as follows:

PRISONER OF LOVE

Season Premieres on Mondays at 9/8c

Finding true love isn’t always easy, and now more than ever, struggling singles across the country are craving a romantic connection. But sometimes true love can’t be found at the local bars because ‘the one’ is serving time behind them. Enter prison matchmaker, Chelsea Holmes. Chelsea has been connecting with inmates for years through a pen pal program, and recently evolved it into a business matching hopeful singles with prisoners for the digital age. But Chelsea isn’t simply a matchmaker – she’s a hopeless romantic herself, looking for love with someone on the inside. As Chelsea navigates her locked-up love affairs, her clients are trying to manage their own budding relationships with desperate desires for a life of love after a stint behind bars.

· The Prison Matchmaker Premieres Monday, January 24 at 9/8c

After finding love with an inmate, Chelsea Holmes starts a new career as a prison matchmaker. Chelsea matches shy 21-year-old photographer Brey, and Bronx college student Isa falls hard for bad boy inmate Devin.

UNRAVELED: THE STALKER’S WEB

Two-Hour Special Premieres Thursday, January 20 at 9/8c

This special and accompanying podcast explores the multi-decade wrath of Jason Christopher Hughes, who is believed to have stalked and terrorized upwards of 50 victims across more than a dozen states. This podcast reveals dangerous and disturbing accounts from his accusers, exposing how this online predator unleashed vicious attacks that cost people their livelihoods, destroyed their marriages, and drove some to contemplate ending their lives to make it stop. Co-hosts Alexis Linkletter (The First Degree) and Billy Jensen (The Murder Squad) investigate his trail of destruction and talk to his accusers – both men and women – who endured his decades of abuse before they were able to work together to unmask this predator.

BROKEN HARTS

2-Hour Special Premieres on Saturday, January 29 at 9/8c

What happens when the “perfect” family turns out to be anything but? This riveting documentary explores the tragic lives and deaths of the Hart family, two women who adopted six children and seemingly led a life of travel, activism and community service. But after countless warning signs that the children could be in danger, their manufactured idyllic facade began to crumble, and lead to a tragic end no one saw coming. Find out what really happened to the Hart family in this two hour special, BROKEN HARTS.

COLD BLOODED ALASKA

New Episodes Premiere on Mondays at 9/8c

Within Alaska’s wild and brutal landscape lurk some of the most dangerous criminals in America. This true-crime series uncovers Alaska’s most disturbing murders and unpacks the extraordinary lengths law enforcement working in the Last Frontier must take to bring the killers to justice.

· The Hunter Premieres Monday, January 17 at 9/8c

In the summer of 2016, a serial killer hunts the streets of Anchorage. This meticulous killer doesn’t leave a trace so the FBI and Anchorage PD must use unconventional techniques if they want to bring this killer to justice.

RELENTLESS: MISSING IN MISSOURI

New Episode Premieres on Sundays at 10/9c

This six-part series follows filmmaker Christina Fontana’s search for a missing woman in Hannibal, Missouri. When she uncovers dark secrets of the town and the missing woman’s family, Fontana questions who she can trust and who might be hiding the truth.

· People Die Around Here Premieres Sunday, January 23 at 10/9c

Fontana shifts her focus to a new lead – the head of an organized crime group who may hold the key to Christina Whittaker’s whereabouts. When a rogue search turns up possible evidence, Fontana isn’t sure who to trust.

· The Devil and the Angel Premieres Sunday, January 30 at 10/9c

Fontana looks for answers after police refuse to pursue the leads she’s shared, and it seems like some on the inside may be undermining her search. Meanwhile, Fontana discovers dark truths about Christina’s past as she plunges deeper into the family.

A TIME TO KILL

New Episodes Premiere on Thursdays at 10/9c

The key to solving the toughest homicides lies somewhere in the final hours of a victim’s life. In A TIME TO KILL, determined investigators must piece together events during this critical window to reconstruct the timeline, unlock the motive, and ultimately close in on the killer.

· A Callous Disregard for Life Premieres Thursday, January 27 at 10/9c

In Brooklyn’s Hasidic community, Menachem Stark enjoys life as a respected businessman and father to seven children. In 2014, his wife calls police when he fails to return home, and a subsequent search leads to a burning dumpster that holds a dark secret.



discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of January 3 and January 10

Posted on by Danielle Langer





discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of January 3 and January 10
Said offerings include the premiere of “Murder Under the Friday Night Lights” and the return of “A Time to Kill.”
[via press release from Investigation Discovery]
discovery+ TRUE CRIME HIGHLIGHTS

Weeks of January 3 and January 10 2022

**All Air Dates Subject to Change

discovery+, the newly launched global streaming service, brings together all of Discovery’s brands and non-fiction content in one place to offer fans unlimited access to the largest collection of real-life entertainment in the world. Featuring a wide range of exclusive series across popular genres, discovery+ offers passion verticals for genre fans, from Animals to Paranormal, Food and Home. In the True Crime category alone, discovery+ contains an unprecedented 5,500 hours of the best mystery and suspense, boasting the largest library of true crime of any streaming service.

INVESTIGATION DISCOVERY PREMIERES

The programs below will premiere on Investigation Discovery as follows:

CRIMES GONE VIRAL

New Episodes Premiere Mondays at 10/9c

This series takes viewers inside the riveting stories behind shocking crimes that go viral. From business security cameras to home surveillance cameras, to doorbell, taxi cab, motorcycle, police and cell phone cameras – someone is almost always watching. Gripping footage of kidnappings, break-ins, wild car chases, violent road rage incidents and other crimes – rack up millions of views. But CRIMES GONE VIRAL goes beyond the jaw-dropping footage to tell the full story. These stories include; good Samaritans who intervene to stop crimes, brave victims who fight back against their attackers, clever prison escapes, a shark heist, a woman who dumps six newborn puppies in a dumpster, and more.

· Dangerous Strangers Premieres Monday, January 3 at 10/9c

A stranger brutally attacks a woman in Miami, taking the train home after work for no apparent reason. And then, a couple lounging at home on their couch has no idea that an intruder lurks above them on the staircase, watching their every move.

· Child Snatchers Premieres Monday, January 10 at 10/9c

Scenes of terror in broad daylight leave two mothers horrified. A stranger tries to snatch a child from a stroller. Then, another man attempts to take a child right out of her chair at a restaurant, but good Samaritans rush in to help.

MURDER IN THE HEARTLAND

New Episodes Premiere Tuesdays at 9/8c

MURDER IN THE HEARTLAND tells the complex and dramatic story of a murder in an entirely new way. Instead of a detective-led traditional whodunit story, each episode is told through the collective point-of-view of a Middle American town and its residents. Every story documents a town and people in the heart of the country, and the provocative crime that tore through it. What unravels over the course of the episode is that these townspeople are not only our storytellers, but they also hold the clues to the puzzle that has forever changed their lives and how they understand their home.

· Deadly Entanglement Premieres Tuesday, January 4 at 9/8c

A missing grocery clerk, 20-year-old Christina Ross, sets the town of Neenah, Wisconsin, in a panic after a gruesome discovery. An unlikely resident comes forward with information that leads detectives to the people in her tangled love life.

· Groomed for Murder Premieres Tuesday, January 11 at 9/8c

Tourist town Traverse City, Michigan, is turned upside down when 18-year-old Kalee Bruce lies bludgeoned to death at her workplace. Investigators feel the pressure to get this killer off the streets before they strike again.

MURDER UNDER THE FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS

New Episodes Premiere Tuesdays at 10/9c

Across the country, high school football unites small-town communities. But when a heinous murder shatters that Friday night dream world, the crime ripples beyond those immediately impacted, and the community will never be the same again.

· The Cheerleader Murder Premieres Tuesday, January 4 at 10/9c

In a small Texas town, a serial rapist stalks and attacks multiple high school cheerleaders, before graduating to murder. Detectives discover that the monster behind these horrific crimes is much closer to home than anyone could have possibly guessed.

· Where is Tom Brown? Premieres Tuesday, January 11 at 10/9c

Conspiracy theories rock a small Texas town after a beloved high school football player mysteriously vanishes. Baffling clues and community pressure pit the local sheriff against a brash private investigator until some very unusual suspects emerge.

CALLS FROM THE INSIDE

New Episodes Premiere Wednesday at 9/8c

It’s an iconic line in any crime story: when a suspect is arrested, they get one call. In reality, once a person enters the criminal justice system, they have multiple opportunities to make calls as they await trial. The vast majority of those calls are recorded. An admission, a threat, a slip of the tongue, a bribe it’s all on tape and the suspect knows it. But this doesn’t always stop them from talking and talking. Calls From the Inside, uses jailhouse phone calls to frame the narrative of murder investigations steeped in mystery.

· The Real Jail Wives Premieres Wednesday, January 5 at 9/8c

Kim Boone and Anita Smithey have much in common. They’re middle class moms in their 40s. And both attempted to kill their husbands. Jail calls between the two reveal their inner thoughts on love, men and the circumstances that landed them in prison.

· Witness Beware Premieres Wednesday, January 12 at 9/8c

A distraught husband cannot locate his wife. Police discover a videotape, and the grainy footage points to a grisly demise. The killer’s jailhouse phone calls threaten to widen the circle of fatalities in this quiet South Eastern, Florida, community.

CONCURRENT discovery+ AND ID PREMIERES

AMERICAN MONSTER

New Episodes Premiere Sundays at 9/8c on ID and Streams on discovery+

If you looked into the eyes of a killer, would you know? In AMERICAN MONSTER, viewers find out. On any street, behind any smile, lurks an American Monster. Never-before-seen-video footage looks straight into the eyes of a killer, hidden in plain sight. Mom next door; dad across the street; the kid who never broke the rules. Anyone can be a MONSTER.

· It Could Be Me Premieres on ID Sunday, January 9 at 9/8c and Available to Stream Now on discovery+

From her early days as a pageant girl, Michelle Lira always had a magnetic personality. She’s whip-smart too and dreams of being a doctor one day — until a rollercoaster romance steers her life in a different direction, straight into a deadly ambush.

· About to Break Premieres on ID Sunday, January 16 at 9/8c and Available to Stream Now on discovery+

When newly divorced Wendi Davidson meets charming Brian Chevalier, it seems to be the perfect remedy for heartbreak. Brian proposes after only two months, but a shocking revelation will cause history to repeat in the most devastating way possible.

The programs below previously aired on discovery+ and will premiere on Investigation Discovery as follows:

RELENTLESS

New Episode Premieres on Sundays at 10/9c

This six-part series follows filmmaker Christina Fontana’s search for a missing woman in Hannibal, Missouri. When she uncovers dark secrets of the town and the missing woman’s family, Fontana questions who she can trust and who might be hiding the truth.

· Fool Me Twice Premieres Sunday, January 9 at 10/9c

Fontana gets closer to Cindy and tries to expose what she might be hiding. Rumors circulate about Christina’s whereabouts. And years after her daughter’s tragic disappearance, Cindy believes she’s met someone who can prove that Christina is alive.

· Paradise Lost Premieres Sunday, January 16 at 10/9c

The seedy underbelly of Hannibal, Missouri, comes into focus as Fontana tries to peel back the layers of what lead to Christina’s disappearance. As Fontana probes into rumors and leads, one name begins to stick out from all others.

COLD BLOODED ALASKA

New Episodes Premiere on Mondays at 9/8c

Within Alaska’s wild and brutal landscape lurk some of the most dangerous criminals in America. This true-crime series uncovers Alaska’s most disturbing murders and unpacks the extraordinary lengths law enforcement working in the Last Frontier must take to bring the killers to justice.

· Break Out Hit Monday, January 3 at 9/8c

Nestled between mountains and ocean, the small picturesque town of Seward finds itself under siege when two convicted killers escape from Spring Creek, Alaska’s only high-security prison. Authorities race to track them down before they kill again.

· Snow Angel Premieres Monday, January 10 at 9/8c

As one family grieves their lost daughter, grief turns to anger as more Alaska Native women are murdered. Increasingly concerned that a serial murderer is targeting women of color, police must ensure the killer — or killers — don’t escape justice.

THE FOG OF MURDER

New Episodes Premiere on Thursdays at 9/8c

This mystery crime series drops the viewer into the surreal, disorienting heart of a murder case. The investigation unfolds through a combination of heart-stopping first-person accounts, chilling recreations, actual videos, recordings, and photographs straight from the police files. As each piece of the murder puzzle falls into place, the fog of uncertainty lifts and the case is solved.

· Tracking a Killer Premieres Thursday, January 6 at 9/8c

A testosterone-fueled weekend for five young men at an Atlanta area car show ends in a beautiful woman’s murder yet nobody sees or hears a thing.

· Mattress Store Murder Premieres Thursday, January 13 at 9/8c

A brazen murder in a busy suburban shopping mall in broad daylight can only be solved by a hidden clue at the crime scene.

A TIME TO KILL

New Episodes Premiere on Thursdays at 10/9c

The key to solving the toughest homicides lies somewhere in the final hours of a victim’s life. In A TIME TO KILL, determined investigators must piece together events during this critical window to reconstruct the timeline, unlock the motive, and ultimately close in on the killer.

· The Freshman Premieres Thursday, January 6 at 10/9c

High school Freshman Tina Faelz ditches detention and heads for home – but someone murders her along the way. Suspects are plentiful, including a known sex offender, but decades pass before two determined detectives finally deliver justice for Tina.

· If I Killed Lisa Premieres Thursday, January 13 at 10/9c

A single woman hosts a dinner party on the same night she’s mercilessly stabbed to death. At the scene, police notice her signature waist-length hair is cut short, leading them to suspect the killer not only knows the woman – but is obsessed with her.