SeriesTV-14Psychological

John Wayne Gacy: Devil in Disguise2021

Name: John Wayne Gacy: Devil in Disguise
Genre: Psychological
Released: 2021-03-25
Rating: 7.2

“Straight from the killer's mouth.”

Created by Rod Blackhurst

7.2

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Blended from 2 sources

IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0

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Year

2021

Seasons

Network

Peacock

Status

Ended

The premise

The chilling story of one of the world’s most notorious serial killers told through the words of Gacy himself, those who were forever changed by his unspeakable deeds and those who believe that the full truth remains concealed to this day.

Horror Vault's take

This docuseries takes an unflinching look at the life and crimes of John Wayne Gacy, one of America's most infamous killers, weaving together firsthand accounts from those whose lives were shattered by his actions. Gacy speaks in his own words, offering a rare and deeply unsettling window into the mind of a predator who hid in plain sight. Beyond the established record, the series raises lingering questions that suggest the full scope of his crimes may never be fully known.

Content: Descriptions Of Violent Crimes, Discussion Of Crimes Against Minors, Potentially Distressing Survivor Testimony

Episode Guide

· 5h 8m total· Mar 2021 → Mar 2021

S1.E1 · The TriggerPremiere
Mar 25, 2021 · 48 min
The disappearance of a teenage boy in Chicago sends investigators to the home of contractor John Wayne Gacy; a team of officers track his every move until a chance encounter leads to a horrifying discovery in the crawl space of Gacy's home.
S1.E2 · Warning Signs
Mar 25, 2021 · 54 min
An examination of Gacy's past reveals unsettling evidence that authorities knew he was a sexual predator; still, Gacy was able to evade law enforcement for more than a decade as he committed his deadly crimes.
S1.E3 · Horrific Acts
Mar 25, 2021 · 51 min
Gacy details his murders in a chilling confession as police uncover the scope of his crimes.
S1.E4 · By Reason of Insanity
Mar 25, 2021 · 48 min
The jury must decide between sending Gacy to a psychiatric facility or condemning him to a death sentence.
S1.E5 · You Have to Dig
Mar 25, 2021 · 55 min
A quick verdict doesn't end the story; the specter of more victims has investigators digging again.