Menendez Brothers: Misjudged?

discovery+ Announces August Programming Slate

Posted on July 25, 2022 by Danielle Langer

discovery+ Announces August Programming Slate
Magnolia premieres include “Recipe Lost and Found,” “The Art of Vintage,” “Capturing Home,” “In with the Old,” “Rental Redo” and “Diary of an Old Home.”
[via press release from Discovery, Inc.]

discovery+ Announces August Programming Slate

Highlights Includes 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After, Good Sex, Menendez Brothers: Misjudged?, and The Diana Investigations

New York, NY – July 21, 2022 – discovery +, the definitive non-fiction, real life subscription streaming service from Warner Bros. Discovery, today announced new and original programming that will be available in August. On 90 DAY FIANCÉ: HAPPILY EVER AFTER?, couples that viewers have come to know and love are back for a brand-new season as they navigate the next chapter of their relationships. GOOD SEX follows five couples who face challenges in the bedroom as they work with sex coach Caitlin V. to tranform their sex lives. Three decades later, as Gen Z discovers the Menendez Brothers case in MENENDEZ BROTHERS: MISJUDGED?, they see the story of two boys who suffered horrific abuse at the hands of their mother, father… and the media, alongside a collection of 90s crime programming including WHO KILLED BIGGIE AND TUPAC?, MARY KAY LETOURNEAU: NOTES ON A SCANDAL, and more. In addition, an array of Magnolia content makes its way to the platform, including RECIPE LOST AND FOUND, THE ART OF VINTAGE Jo, and CAPTURING HOME.

Titles premiering in August include:

Love & Relationships

· sMothered – Premieres Monday, August 8

Just when you thought you had seen it all, SMOTHERED returns on Monday, August 8th with more to love. This season welcomes back four fan-favorite mother-daughter duos and introduces three new pairings. From bathwater to bedrooms to boyfriends, these twosomes have shared everything and with beautiful babies being welcomed into the mix, a new legacy ensues – grand-smothering!

· My Big Fat Fabulous Life – Premieres Tuesday, August 9

Whitney is back and facing some larger than life struggles this season. The Thores are devastated after a stroke leaves Babs hospitalized and her road to recovery uncertain. With the help of her supportive friend group, Whitney musters strength to be the pillar her family needs during their darkest time. Meanwhile, things get tricky for Whitney when she mixes business and pleasure by hiring her ex-boyfriend to help with her online fitness videos. Will Whitney’s relationship with the French man prove to be as strong as she thought or must all good things come to an end?

· Good Sex – Premieres Friday, August 19 (discovery+ Original)

GOOD SEX follows five couples who face challenges in the bedroom as they work with sex coach Caitlin V. to transform their sex lives. With many years of experience and a proven track record for helping couples harness their sexuality, gain more confidence in bed, and feel closer and more connected to their partner, Caitlin begins with the radical approach of putting cameras in their bedrooms and then reviews the tapes in sessions with her clients to get to the bottom of what’s really going on between the sheets.

· 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? – Premieres Sunday, August 28

The couples that viewers have come to know and love are back for a brand-new season of 90 DAY FIANCÉ: HAPPILY EVER AFTER?. As they navigate the next chapter of their relationships, they’ll be put to the test on everything from emotional affairs to disapproving family to immigration issues. With these couples kissing the honeymoon stage goodbye, are they headed toward happily ever after or happily never after?

Documentary

· Viagra: The Little Blue Pill That Changed the World – Premieres Friday, August 12 (discovery+ Original)

This is the untold story of a blue pill that changed the world. Developed against all odds, marketed like no drug in history, it unleashed a tidal wave of controversy. Using nostalgic 90s archives and an exciting mixture of exclusive interviews with the people who were there, including Dr. David Brown, known as the father of Viagra, Ian Osterloh, the Pfizer Inc. team leader who oversaw the top-secret clinical trials that proved the blue pill does indeed work, and Pfizer marketing team members Rooney Nelson, David Brinkley and Janice Lipsky. This is the drug that wrote the playbook of Big Pharma and changed sex forever.

Magnolia

· Recipe Lost and Found – Premieres Friday, August 5

Classically trained chef and food anthropologist Casey Corn is on a journey to help people rediscover their lost family recipes, diving into each family’s history and culture to reveal the magic behind the dish.

· The Art of Vintage – Premieres Saturday, August 6

Vintage dealer and designer Katie Saro creates one-of-a-kind spaces for her clients and shares her unique styling and design tips while transforming her own home room by room.

· Capturing Home – Premieres Saturday, August 6

Stylist Kate Martindale and photographer Amy Neunsinger work with clients who have tired spaces and help transform them into beautiful rooms that feel like home.

· In with the Old – Premieres Wednesday, August 24

In small towns or neighborhoods in large cities across the country, risk-takers are finding old constructions and bringing them back to life by their own hands. Each episode will feature an old house, an old building on main street, or an old structure that will be revitalized with beautiful design and delicate restoration.

· Rental Redo – Premieres Friday, August 26

Designer Keyanna Bowen has a passion for renovating rental properties, showing you don’t have to spend a lot of money to make a big impact. She reveals cost-saving tips while updating rentals to help tenants feel more at home.

· Diary of an Old Home – Premieres Friday, August 26

Homeowners offer an intimate look at the original features and modern renovations that make their old homes unique. They also share their passion for understanding and preserving their properties’ hi distinct histories.

Competition

· Contraption Masters – Premieres Sunday, August 7 (discovery+ Original)

In this joyous, specialist factual series, amateurs compete to create spectacular chain reaction machines, with the ultimate winner going on display in a museum. The machines must complete a simple challenge – like boiling a kettle – in the most complicated way possible. Engineering enthusiasts go head-to-head in the ultimate test of ingenuity and technical ability. It’s a knockout competition that will leave us with just one winner. FYI this is hosted by Richard Hammond (of Top Gear fame, etc.)

True Crime

· Faking It: Michael Jackson – Premieres Monday, August 4

Before his death in 2009, Michael Jackson was the biggest pop star on the planet. But his private life was marred by dark rumours for over 20 years. Experts in body language, speech and forensic psychology examine his words, actions and behaviours.

· Menendez Brothers: Misjudged? – Premieres Sunday, August 7

Thirty years ago, the nation watched every moment of the Menendez Brothers’ dramatic trial in real-time. Now, thanks to TikTok and social media, an entirely new generation is learning their story for the very first time. Details of the murder were seared into our collective memory: the 911 call, the crime scene photos, the Rolexes. The media narrative – that two Beverly Hill boys killed their parents out of greed and allegedly concocted a fantastic account to get out of it – remains a national punchline. But now, three decades later, as Gen Z discovers the case, they see the story of two boys who suffered horrific abuse at the hands of their mother, father… and the media. Did we get it all wrong?

· Faking It: R Kelly – Premieres Thursday, August 11

For more than two decades, music superstar R. Kelly tried to hide his secret life as a serial sex offender. But were the clues in front of our eyes all the time? Faking It’s crack team of body language, linguistics and psychology experts put R. Kelly’s interviews under the microscope. Was his attraction to underage girls evident? Were his denials that he paid victims ‘hush money’ believable? As well as frame-by-frame analysis of his media appearances, this film charts R. Kelly’s journey from busking on the streets of his hometown Chicago to global fame, wealth and adoration. With an estimated 100 million record sales to his name, the music world celebrated the so-called ‘King of R&B’ as a genius. But were his dark secrets and lies on display all along?

· Who Killed Biggie and Tupac? – Premieres Sunday, August 14

Twenty-five years of contempt, controversy, and conspiracy all lead to the same single question: who killed Biggie and Tupac? Now, with exclusive interviews and unique insight into both shootings, this series offers up answers from the key players involved. Who do you believe is telling the truth?

· Homicide Hunter: Never Give Up – Premieres Wednesday, August 17

During HOMICIDE HUNTER’s nine seasons on ID, Lt. Joe Kenda captivated viewers with stories from the hundreds of murder cases he solved throughout his 23-year-long career. With an eidetic memory and a 92% closure rate, Kenda recounted all the success stories he had to tell on the hit TV series… . until now. Three cases that kept Lt. Joe Kenda up at night will finally be put to rest as he returns to the screen for a trilogy of premium HOMICIDE HUNTER specials, revealing chilling new details of career-defining cases. With his gruff voice and no-nonsense demeanor, Kenda leads viewers through labyrinthine cases that have plagued him for years with the first two-hour special focused on the investigation of a female soldier whose killer was a shadow in the night for decades until advances in science delivered a conviction.

· The Diana Investigations – Premieres Thursday, August 18 (discovery+ Original)

Twenty-five years ago, a fatal car accident took the life of the beloved Princess Diana of Wales, devastating the world. In the decades following her death, conspiracy theories and accusations have swirled – who was to blame? How did this happen? Over the course of four gripping parts, THE DIANA INVESTIGATIONS offers a new look into the tragedy that has shocked the world for decades. For the first time, hear exclusively from the key figures who investigated the beloved Princess’ death as they provide new insight and reveal never-before-heard details.

· The Killer Nanny – Premieres Sunday, August 21

The murder trial of British au pair Louise Woodward was televised live in the UK, transfixing viewers and splitting public opinion about whether she was guilty or innocent. Now, evidence is reexamined with unprecedented access to witnesses, the defense team, the prosecution, and members of the jury who decided her fate.

· Mary Kay Letourneau: Notes On A Scandal – Premieres Thursday, August 28

With all the ingredients of a Hollywood movie, this sex scandal shocked, enthralled, and enraged 1990s America. 34-year-old elementary school teacher, Mary Kay Letourneau, who was married with four kids, began an affair in 1997 with her 12-year-old student, Vili Fualauu. They not only didn’t deny the outrageous behavior, but they would also eventually embrace the love affair that included kissing on school grounds, trysts in her van, and even sexual rendezvous in her family home. The question on everyone’s mind was: Is this true love, or is Mary Kay Letourneau a pedophile, guilty of child rape?

Last month, discovery+ introduced parental control settings in the US that allow subscribers to create age-appropriate viewing experiences for their families. The update gives users the ability to set the content maturity level for a family profile and create a PIN to restrict access to profiles. For more information, visit the discovery+ Help Desk.

For more information on discovery+, visit discoveryplus.com. You can follow discovery+ on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

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About discovery+

discovery+ is the definitive non-fiction, real life subscription streaming service from Warner Bros. Discovery. With the largest-ever content offering at launch, discovery+ features a wide range of exclusive, original series across popular passion verticals including lifestyle and relationships; home and food; true crime; paranormal; adventure and natural history; as well as science, tech and the environment, and a slate of high-quality documentaries. For more, visit discoveryplus.com, or find the discovery+ app on most mobile and connected TV devices.

discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of August 1 and August 8

Posted on July 22, 2022 by Danielle Langer

discovery+ and ID Highlights – Weeks of August 1 and August 8
“Menendez Brothers: Misjudged?” and “Who Killed Biggie and Tupac?” are among the featured offerings.
[via press release from Investigation Discovery]
discovery+ TRUE CRIME HIGHLIGHTS

Weeks of August 1 and August 8 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.

KILLER 90s

Throw it back to the 1990s this August exclusively on ID and discovery+ with a series of nostalgic blockbuster specials that will revisit some of the most shocking cases of the decade.

MENENDEZ BROTHERS: MISJUDGED?

*Killer 90s Premiere* Premieres August 7 at 9/8c on ID & Available to Stream the Same Day on discovery+

Thirty years ago, the nation watched every moment of the Menendez Brothers’ dramatic trial in real time on Court TV. Now, thanks to TikTok and social media, an entirely new generation is learning their story for the very first time. Details of the murder were seared into our collective memory: the 911 call, the crime scene photos, the Rolexes. The media narrative – that two Beverly Hill boys killed their parents out of greed and allegedly concocted a fantastic account to get out of it – remains a national punchline. But now, three decades later, as Gen Z discovers the case, they see the story of two boys who suffered horrific abuse at the hands of their mother, father… and the media. Did we get it all wrong?

WHO KILLED BIGGIE AND TUPAC?

*Killer 90s Premiere* Premieres August 14 at 9/8c on ID & Available to Stream the Same Day on discovery+

25 years of contempt, controversy, and conspiracy all lead to the same single question: who killed Biggie and Tupac? Now, with exclusive interviews and unique insight into both shootings, this series offers up answers from the key players involved. Who do you believe is telling 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 Grudge Premieres Monday, August 1 at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

In January 2020, a Mennonite woman goes missing from her small religious community. They find her body, but forensic evidence leads them to a dead end, stymieing law enforcement. Detectives get creative in an effort to find their suspect.

· Gone in the Night Premieres Monday, August 8 at 9/8c on ID and Available to Stream on discovery+

When a young woman goes missing, a rookie police officer’s intuition leads to an intense investigation, as they race against the clock to find her.

AMERICAN DETECTIVE WITH LT. JOE KENDA

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

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.

· Blood Bath Premieres Wednesday, August 3 at 10/9c on ID

A small New England town reckons with it’s first murder in 34 years when an elderly woman is found in a bathtub, beaten to death. With no obvious motive or suspect, Lt Stephen Lynch soon learns the killer gained access through a hole in the wall.

· *FINALE* One Drop Premieres Wednesday, August 10 at 10/9c on ID

A dismembered corpse is spotted floating in Thunder Bay. Det. Thompson must identify the victim before he’s tasked with unraveling a vexing mystery. The case is stuck in neutral until a fearless young witness comes forward with a harrowing testimony.

EVIL LIVES HERE

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

If the person closest to you were the devil in disguise, would you see the signs? A fan-favorite series across 7 seasons on ID, EVIL LIVES HERE features intimate and unbelievable first-hand accounts from people living side-by-side with friends or family who have committed some of the most horrifying crimes imaginable. Each season takes viewers through the intense terror, pain, and lingering trauma that comes hand-in-hand with living in close proximity to evil.

· *FINALE* I Found His Confession Premieres Sunday, August 7 at 11/10c

Description Forthcoming

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.

· A Clockwork Killing Premieres Monday, August 1 at 10/9c

An apartment-dwelling family finds their peace and quiet shattered when a loud neighbor moves into the unit directly overhead. The ensuing conflict engulfs both sides resulting in flying fists, drawn weapons, and a man left bleeding out in the hallway.

DEVIL IN SUBURBIA

Season Premieres Tuesday, August 9 beginning at 9/8c on ID

DEVIL IN SUBURBIA tells the stories of ordinary folks who confront the evil that was always right in front of them. Through the lens of home archives, we journey with our insiders into shocking crimes to reveal what was missed before tragedy changed everything.

· *PREMIERE* Arizona Horror Story Tuesday, August 9 at 9/8c on ID

Three bodies are discovered in a burned-out home in Scottsdale, and a fourth family member is missing. Investigators realize they have a triple homicide on their hands, and embark on a decades-long manhunt for the killer.

REASONABLE DOUBT

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

REASONABLE DOUBT features Chris Anderson and Fatima Silva as they re-examine controversial murder cases to help the desperate families of those convicted decide if it’s time to appeal or accept the guilty verdict once and for all.

· *PREMIERE* Guiltless or Heartless Tuesday, August 9 at 10/9c on ID

Respected California probation officer Rodney Patrick McNeal gets a life sentence for murdering his pregnant wife in a fit of rage. His family says the system failed him, and they can prove he was wrongfully convicted. Chris and Fatima investigate.

THE MURDER TAPES

New Episodes Premiere Wednesdays 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.

· Midnight on Autumn St. Wednesday, August 3 at 9/8c on ID

A late-night shooting at an apartment complex in Hot Springs, Arkansas, leaves a young man dead in a bad drug deal. Police question the person responsible for luring the victim to his death. Will this lead authorities to the person who pulled the trigger?

· *FINALE* The Smoke Shop in the Truck Premieres Wednesday, August 10 at 9/8c on ID

Flagler County, Florida, Sheriff’s Office investigates the shooting of an 18-year-old high school track star, Curtis Israel Gray. The case threatens to go cold before a source close to home delivers the prime suspect straight to the Sheriff’s front door.

ID’s Exclusive “Menendez Brothers: Misjudged?” Documentary Offers a New Perspective

Posted on July 3, 2022 by Danielle Langer

World Premiere of ID’s Exclusive “Menendez Brothers: Misjudged?” Documentary Offers a New Perspective & Fascinating Look at the Evidence in Shocking 1990 Case
The premiere will kick off ID’s month-long nostalgic dive into some of the most shocking cases of the 1990s, with specials airing every Sunday in August at 9:00/8:00c.
[via press release from Investigation Discovery]
WORLD PREMIERE OF ID’s EXCLUSIVE “MENENDEZ BROTHERS: MISJUDGED?” DOCUMENTARY OFFERS A NEW PERSPECTIVE & FASCINATING LOOK AT THE EVIDENCE IN SHOCKING 1990 CASE

-Two Hour Special Premieres August 7 at 9/8c on ID & Available to Stream the Same Day on discovery+-

(New York, NY) – This August, ID will transport viewers back to the 1990s and the trial that gripped news stations across the country: Erik and Lyle Menendez’s brutal double murder of their parents. What seemingly began as a case of two privileged boys who were motivated to murder by greed quickly developed into something much more shocking: the Menendez brothers testified to a lifetime of sexual, physical and emotional abuse at the hands of the parents they killed. While the brothers continue to serve their life sentences behind bars, their case has transfixed a new generation of savvy media consumers, who harnessed the story on TikTok. MENENDEZ BROTHERS: MISJUDGED? revisits the case that still, decades later, baffles and captivates the public, offering an exclusive interview with Lyle Menendez and a fascinating look at the evidence, trial, the media and the public’s reaction both then and now. The two-hour documentary special will premiere August 7 at 9/8c on ID and streaming the same day on discovery+. The premiere of MENENDEZ BROTHERS: MISJUDGED? will kick off ID’s month-long nostalgic dive into some of the most shocking cases of the 1990s, with specials airing every Sunday in August at 9/8c on ID.

While the Menendez Brothers case never truly left the public consciousness, over the past year their 1990 trial has captivated TikTok, with posts about the brothers garnering close to one billion views. As popular culture begins to reflect on how the previous generations may have treated public figures and sensitive topics like sexual abuse and trauma, the Menendez brothers’ trial and evisceration by the media – and the public – is coming back into focus.

With the incredible reach of social media platforms, Gen Z influencers are uncovering new evidence and pushing for a second-look at the trial and how the brothers were sentenced. Featuring new insight around the case combined with gripping interviews with the Menendez brothers’ post-conviction attorney, media, legal experts, investigators and the TikTokers who brought the case back into the spotlight, MENENDEZ BROTHERS: MISJUDGED? presents a comprehensive look at a crime that still perplexes and divides the public.

“The TikTok fascination with the Menendez Brothers is not only a fascinating example of how certain cases never really leave our public consciousness, but also an interesting look at the way different generations grapple with conversations around abuse, masculinity, and violence,” said Jason Sarlanis, President of Crime and Investigative Content, Linear and Streaming. “At a time when popular culture is having fresh conversations around how we as a public approach difficult topics, MENENDEZ BROTHERS: MISJUDGED? reconsiders this trial and the way it played out in the media. Only on ID will you hear from Lyle Menendez himself, and maybe see a different perspective that was missed in the original news coverage. This thought-provoking film is a powerful way to kick off our nostalgic month-long look back at the cases of the 1990s that shocked us then and still impact our culture today.”

MENENDEZ BROTHERS: MISJUDGED? Is produced for ID by Lion Television US.

ID’s line up of gripping nostalgic, nineties focused specials will also include a three-part investigation into the death of two hip hop icons in WHO KILLED BIGGIE AND TUPAC?, a look at the controversial trial of British au-pair Louise Woodward in THE KILLER NANNY, and MARY KAY LETOURNEAU: NOTES ON A SCANDAL, a portrait of the illicit student-teacher relationship that gripped news stations across the country. More details to come.

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.

ID and discovery+ Offer up a Gripping True Crime Slate

Posted on May 18, 2022May 20, 2022 by Danielle Langer

ID and discovery+ Offer up a Gripping True Crime Slate with Powerful New Series & Specials, Reboots of Fan-favorite Classics, Returning Hit Series, and Podcasts Among Its Expansive Array of Offerings
The network brings back classic series “Who the (Bleep) Did I Marry?” and “Disappeared” and announces nine returning series.
[via press release from Investigation Discovery]
ID and discovery+ Offer up a Gripping True Crime Slate With Powerful New Series & Specials, Reboots of Fan-favorite Classics, Returning Hit Series, and Podcasts Among Its Expansive Array of Offerings

New specials include HOUSE OF HAMMER (wt), MENENDEZ BROTHERS: MISJUDGED?, WHO KILLED BIGGIE AND TUPAC? (wt) and GABBY PETITO: AN ID MURDER MYSTERY

ID Brings Back Classic Series WHO THE (BLEEP) DID I MARRY? and DISAPPEARED and Announces Nine Returning Series

ID, the leading true crime and justice network and discovery+, the premier streaming destination for true crime and the largest library of mystery and investigative content, announced today a jam-packed slate of gripping new programming. Over the span of 2022-23 upfront season, ID will premiere more than 450 hours of premium specials, brand new series and reboots of beloved classics. ID and the discovery+ podcast team will also add multiple series to its growing footprint of original podcasts in the booming true crime space.

“We are thrilled to continuously innovate in the crime and justice space by challenging the traditional true crime storytelling format to create impactful, original programming across our ID linear network, discovery+ and podcasts that not only captivates audiences but illuminates figures, cases and forensic revelations that we know our fans care about,” said Jason Sarlanis, President of Crime and Investigative Content, Linear and Streaming. “That’s why I am so excited to unveil an incredible, expansive slate of programming that’s an impressive combination of fascinating new series and specials, countless hours of fresh episodes from our returning hit series, reboots of series that are near and dear to our ID Addicts, and new podcast content. We are delighted to bring our audiences even more of the content they love.”

Kicking off the slate, ID will sizzle this summer with four blockbuster specials revisiting some of the most headline-making cases of the 1990s. Over the month of August, ID offers a nostalgic look at crimes of the decade with 11 brand new hours of appointment viewing: a fresh look at the shocking trial of Erik and Lyle Menendez for the murder of their parents in MENENDEZ BROTHERS: MISJUDGED?; a portrait of the illicit student-teacher relationship that gripped news stations with MARY KAY LETOURNEAU: NOTES ON A SCANDAL; a deep dive into a deadly feud between hip hop legends in WHO KILLED BIGGIE AND TUPAC? (wt); and a revisitation to the murder trial of British au pair Louise Woodward in THE KILLER NANNY. The month-long nostalgic dive into these controversial and heartbreaking cases will kick off the first Sunday in August on ID.

Premieres of new programming continue into 2022 with the long-anticipated debut of the exclusive discovery+ special HOUSE OF HAMMER (wt), which chronicles the deeply troubling accusations leveled against Oscar-nominated actor Armie Hammer and the dark, twisted legacy of the Hammer family dynasty. New series launching in 2022 include MURDERER NEXT DOOR, and WILD WICKED WEST (wt) as well as reboots of the classic ID love-gone-wrong series WHO THE (BLEEP) DID I MARRY? and the beloved missing persons series DISAPPEARED, both back by fervent viewer demand.

To commemorate Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October, ID will use its platform to bring awareness to domestic violence survivors and advocates, and provide resources for potential victims. This slate of powerful programming will be anchored by the premiere of GABBY PETITO: AN ID MURDER MYSTERY, which presents a thoughtful investigation into the disappearance and tragic death of Gabby Petito that gripped the nation last year.

Signature returning series this upfront season include: AMERICAN DETECTIVE WITH LT. JOE KENDA, IN PURSUIT WITH JOHN WASLH, UNDERCOVER UNDERAGE, EVIL LIVES HERE, REASONABLE DOUBT, MURDER UNDER THE FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS, PEOPLE MAGAZINE INVESTIGATES and ON THE CASE WITH PAULA ZAHN, among others.

Descriptions for all programming listed below:

Specials

MENENDEZ BROTHERS: MISJUDGED?

August

WHO KILLED BIGGIE AND TUPAC? (wt)

August

MARY KAY LETOURNEAU: NOTES ON A SCANDAL

August

With all the ingredients of a Hollywood movie, this sex scandal shocked, enthralled, and enraged 1990s America. 34-year-old elementary school teacher, Mary Kay Letourneau, who was married with 4 kids, began an affair in 1997 with her 12-year-old student, Vili Fualauu. They not only didn’t deny the outrageous behavior, but they would also eventually embrace the love affair that included French-kissing on school grounds, trysts in her van, and even sexual rendezvous in her family home. The question on everyone’s mind was: Is this true love, or is Mary Kay Letourneau a pedophile, guilty of child rape?

THE KILLER NANNY

August

The murder trial of British au pair Louise Woodward was televised live in the UK transfixing viewers and splitting public opinion about whether she was guilty or innocent. Twenty-five years later evidence is reexamined with unprecedented access to witnesses, the defense team, the prosecution, and members of the jury who decided her fate.

HOUSE OF HAMMER (wt)

Debauchery. Deceit. Abuse. Addiction. Corruption. Over the course of five generations, the men in the Hammer family have more secrets and scandals than any vault can contain. Armie Hammer’s alleged crimes are only the tip of the iceberg. Through a trove of archive and interviews from survivors and family members, the dark and twisted secrets of the Hammer family come to light. Behind the money and power lies a dysfunctional dynasty with its male characters exhibiting all the devastating consequences of privilege gone wild.

GABBY PETITO: AN ID MURDER MYSTERY

October

On the one-year anniversary of Gabby Petito’s disappearance and eventual death which caused a media firestorm comes a thought-provoking special to break down the harsh realities of her fatal relationship with Brian Laundrie.

New Series and Reboots

DISAPPEARED

Capitalizing on the success of ID’s DISAPPEARED podcast comes a television re-invention of the beloved franchise. After growing demand from devoted fans, ID reboots its missing persons series to help shine a light on more individuals who vanished seemingly without a trace, and whose loved ones are still searching for answers. The series aims to bring answers for the missing and closure to their loved ones – sometimes with devastating results.

WHO THE (BLEEP) DID I MARRY?

One of ID’s iconic series is back to reveal stories of happily ever after gone terribly wrong. Following the success of the recently released podcast, WHO THE (BLEEP) DID I MARRY? returns to ID after a seven year hiatus with a modern-day makeover. All-new episodes highlight manipulative and dangerous criminals who use their charm to cheat, steal, and lure unsuspecting victims into romantic relationships – ultimately leaving a wake of devastation … and even death.

WILD WICKED WEST (wt)

Set in an epic landscape where traditions of blood and vengeance run deep as the canyons and murder is still solved the old school way, this gripping series reveals the most compelling murders committed in some of the wildest and most remote towns in the western US. With few or no witnesses, no CCTV and oftentimes a dead phone signal, these can be the hardest cases for cops to crack.

MURDERER NEXT DOOR

These are stories of ordinary folks who confront the evil that was always right in front of them. Through the lens of home archive, we journey with our insiders into shocking crimes to reveal what was missed before tragedy changed everything.

Returning Series

IN PURSUIT WITH JOHN WALSH

After an incredibly successful 36 episodes with 36 featured fugitives found or brought to justice, ID and victims’ rights advocate John Walsh are teaming up to hunt down persons of interest and find missing children with the fourth season of IN PURSUIT WITH JOHN WALSH. In the series, John Walsh and his son, Callahan Walsh, introduce ID’s active and engaged audience to unsolved violent crimes that urgently need to be closed. In partnership with the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC), the series also features two missing children each hour in the hopes that viewers can provide new leads to their whereabouts.

ON THE CASE WITH PAULA ZAHN

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.

PEOPLE MAGAZINE INVESTIGATES

New Season Returns Monday, June 6

AMERICAN DETECTIVE WITH LT. JOE KENDA

With a 92% solve rate, Joe Kenda is one of the most successful homicide detectives in the country. His impressive career was profiled in nine seasons of ID’s hit series HOMICIDE HUNTER: LT. JOE KENDA, and now he’s back to tip his cap to the other great men and women who answered the call. 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 detective whose tireless efforts helped bring justice for the victim.

REASONABLE DOUBT

Retired homicide detective Chris Anderson and defense attorney Fatima Silva re-examine controversial murder cases to ensure that the right person is behind bars for the crime committed. The due process-duo return to look at 10 new cases with an objective lens, hopeful to uncover the truth behind questionable courtroom convictions. Their investigation culminates in an emotional reckoning with families, either offering hope for an appeal, or acceptance of their loved ones’ guilty verdict.

UNDERCOVER UNDERAGE

This intense docuseries follows the work of child advocate Roo Powell – a 39-year-old mother of three – who poses online as underage decoys to identify dangerous internet child predators. Through her organization SOSA (Safe from Online Sex Abuse), Roo and her team work in collaboration with law enforcement to detect offenders who prey on unsuspecting kids. UNDERCOVER UNDERAGE follows the team in real-time as they transform Roo into a teen persona and work to confirm the true identities of the men who reach out to her.

EVIL LIVES HERE

If the person closest to you were the devil in disguise, would you see the signs? EVIL LIVES HERE features intimate and unbelievable first-hand accounts from people whose loved ones have committed some of the most horrifying crimes imaginable. Each season takes viewers through the terror, pain, and lingering trauma that comes hand-in-hand with living in close proximity to evil.

BODY CAM

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.

MURDER UNDER THE FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS

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.

In addition, ID’s extensive slate of true crime podcasts will continue to grow with a number of new, returning and ongoing podcasts, including:

New Podcasts

HOT & DEADLY

Debuts Thursday, June 16

Danger lurks between the marshy swamps down South and across the open road, never missing a beat, even in the dead of summer. Each episode examines a gripping story, from the murder of a former biker gang to a missing bank president discovered duct-taped to a chair in a swamp, listeners will hear from investigators and family members closest to the cases. HOT & DEADLY features audio from three hit ID shows: SWAMP MURDERS, HIGHWAY TO HELL and SOUTHERN FRIED HOMICIDE.

DEADLIEST DECADE

Debuts in August

Featuring stories from ID’s hit TV series of the same name, THE DEADLIEST DECADE journeys back in time to recount murder investigations through the lens of nostalgia. We get a snapshot of the national mood, the major news stories of the time, and the pop culture trends. But the cozy spell of treasured pastimes is quickly broken with the occurrence of a shocking murder.

Returning Podcasts

MIND OF A MONSTER

New Season Begins in July

In this season of MIND OF A MONSTER, criminal psychologist Dr. Michelle Ward takes us to Washington State in the 1970s to investigate two of the most prolific serial killers in U.S. history – Ted Bundy and the so-called Green River Killer, Gary Ridgway. Both use deception to prey on young women and utilize the vast terrain to dump their bodies. And they did it almost 100 times between them – maybe more.

Ongoing current podcasts include DISAPPEARED, WHO THE (BLEEP) DID I MARRY?, NIGHTMARE NEXT DOOR, and SCORNED: LOVE KILLS.

To keep up to date on all exciting ID programming in store for 2022, exclusive web content, and bonus material, ID addicts and true crime fans can follow ID on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook or check out the network’s true crime blog, CrimeFeed.

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, 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.