Beyond Reasonable Doubt
Season 1
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This series takes viewers inside the world of true crime investigation through high-profile criminal cases of the past century that were ultimately solved by advances in forensic science or technology.
Where to Watch Beyond Reasonable Doubt • Season 1
6 Episodes
- The Green River KillerE1
The Green River KillerIn 1982, the first victims of America's most prolific serial killer were found. The killer was at large for two decades, amassing a body count of over 50 women. Catching him took an advance in 'forensic microscopy' to indisputably link minute paint particles from the victims' clothes to the killer. - Lady in the BarrelE2
Lady in the BarrelIn 1999, detectives investigate the body of a murdered woman found in a barrel along with an address book that had been soaked for over 30 years. Using a game-changing technology called spectral imaging, scientists recover the information from the address book, giving the cops the break they need. - Left For DeadE3
Left For DeadIn 2002, armed with DNA and a license plate from a particularly violent rape case, a detective thinks he has an easy case to crack. But neither provides a match. The case goes cold until the groundbreaking 'Combined DNA Index System' finds a hit 5 years later, kicking off an epic hunt for the culprit. - The Murdered BrideE4
The Murdered BrideIn 1986, the LAPD arrive at a murder scene. They're certain it's an open and shut case, but the case quickly goes cold. It takes 20 years, and the advent of DNA testing to provide a stunning new lead: the original investigation had searched for a male killer... but DNA reveals it wasn’t a man, it was a woman. - The Atlanta BombingsE5
The Atlanta BombingsIn 1996, a bomb goes off at the Atlanta Olympics killing one and leaving hundreds injured. After a further 5 bombs are detonated, the FBI, ATF and GBI realize they're dealing with a serial bomber. The Agencies use every tool at their disposal – even NASA scientists – to help bring the bomber to justice. - Murder in VegasE6
Murder in VegasIn 1995, charred bones and a skull with five bullet holes were found inside a burnt antique trunk in the Nevada desert. Despite the full arsenal of cutting edge forensic tools at investigators' fingertips, it was a method first developed in the era of Sherlock Holmes that helped convict the killer.