Des

The story of one of the most infamous cases in UK criminal history, that of serial killer Dennis Nilsen. Told through the prism of three men, the series explores the personal and professional consequences of coming into contact with a man like Nilsen.

2020 HD 46min United Kingdom English

Luke Neal David Tennant Jason Watkins Daniel Mays Ron Cook Faye McKeever Barry Ward Ben Bailey Smith Alex Bhat Bronagh Waugh

Crime Drama

based on novel or book true crime murder london england 1980s serial killer united kingdom detective inspector judgment

S1E1 - Episode 1 2020-09-14

On 9 February 1983, Detective Chief Inspector Peter Jay discovers a drain clogged with rotting flesh and bones. The culprit, Dennis Nilsen, freely admits to the police that its not just one or two bodies, but "15 or 16, I think".

S1E2 - Episode 2 2020-09-15

With limited resources, Jay and the police continue to dig into Nilsens memories in an effort to convict him for the murder of every one of his victims. But when Des withdraws his cooperation and stops talking, Jay fears justice will be lost.

S1E3 - Episode 3 2020-09-16

Reeling from Des change in plea, Jay and the police throw themselves into proving premeditation. If they can show the court that Des was undoubtedly of sound mind when he committed his crimes, he will go down and never be released.

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