Deadly Women
This compelling series investigates the motives and m.o. of female murderers. While males are often driven by anger, impulse and destruction, women usually have more complex, long-term reasons to kill.
Genre: Documentary
Type: tv
Season: 1
Episode: 1
Duration: 0h 42m
Release: 2005
Rating: 8.0
Season 1 - Deadly Women
2005-02-08
"The case of 17th-century serial killer Erzsebet Bathory - a Hungarian aristocrat who is said to have murdered 600 of her servants in an attempt to achieve eternal youth"
2005-02-15
"The cases of Belle Gunness, who murdered her victims to reap financial rewards, and a carer from Connecticut who turned a home for the elderly into a death parlour"
2005-02-22
"The stories of notorious killer Katherine Knight, an Australian who skinned and decapitated her errant lover, and Blanche Taylor-Moore, who poisoned her partner in hospital"
Season 2 - Deadly Women
2008-10-09
"Connecting three women who were driven by different reasons to commit murder."
2008-10-16
"The case of two women who murdered their own children because of an obsessive infatuation."
2008-10-30
"How Judi Beunoano and Genene Jones managed to keep the crimes they committed a secret."
2008-11-06
"Examining the cases involving 'angels of death', including the crimes of Beverley Allitt and Stella Nickell."
2008-11-13
"An investigation into what made women like Aileen Wuornos, Anna Hahn and Dorothea Puente stalk the night in search of victims."
Season 3 - Deadly Women
2009-08-20
"The case of 10-year-old Mary Bell who strangled toddlers, a playground plot that ended in murder and a teenage passion that turned to bloody rage."
2009-08-27
"A businesswoman kills for cash, a bizarre love affair ends in slaughter, and a midwife becomes a cold-blooded murderer."
2009-09-03
"The crimes of psychopathic killers, including a nurse who betrayed a patient's trust to indulge her deadly desires, and a brutal babysitter."
2009-09-10
"Looking at killers who hid their instability, including an outgoing hiding dark secrets at home, and two old ladies behind a horrific murder."
2009-09-17
"Examining crimes of passion, including an office affair that turned toxic and a lover who used the Internet as a murder weapon."
2009-09-24
"A woman boards a train with a grisly secret in her luggage, an active imagination causes a gruesome crime, and a seductress moves from men to murder."
2009-10-01
"How Charles Manson drove women to murder, exploring Myra Hindley's past, and why a young mother was persuaded to kill."
2009-10-08
"How a woman took a baby from an expectant mother's womb, two girls killed to protect their friendship, and a killer committed her crimes for a serial murderer she loved."
2009-10-15
"A sex-obsessed housewife who lured girls to their graves, a couple who took pleasure in killing, and a woman who swapped single motherhood for a violent relationship."
2009-10-22
"A mother who smothered her baby, a woman who drowned the sons she believed made her unhappy, and how another who was driven by delusions to destroy her family."
2009-10-29
"A promiscuous housewife who murdered her husband, a woman who tortured her lodger to death, and a police officer who took a child on a killing spree."
2009-11-05
"A wronged wife who murdered her ex-husband, a jealous girlfriend who took revenge on her rival, and a girl who killed her own father."
2009-11-12
"A mother who manipulated her son into committing murder, a woman who made a deadly request of her children, and a daughter who was used as a lure for a family business."
Season 4 - Deadly Women
2010-08-12
"The path towards revenge can sometimes lead to murder. It can be quick,fiery and violent. When these women were crossed, they didn't take it lying down. Murder was their answer."
2010-08-19
"While their sisters chose a life of sensible, suburban motherhood, these Deadly Women chose a life of crime. Gangsters, thieves, drug-lords. They lived with the thrills, the danger, and the deadly consequences of being outlaws."
2010-09-02
"Apart, a woman and a man can be innocent, safe to society. But when some couples unite, they spark a terrible urge for destruction. Happy couples become deadly teams, intent on one goal--murder."
2010-09-09
"While marriage is meant to be for life, so often it ends in divorce. Their loving husbands were there 'to have and to hold,' but these wives had murderous minds on a different marriage vow: 'till death do us part.'"
Season 7 - Deadly Women
2013-07-19
"A mom locks up her daughter like she's a prisoner-of-war; a helpful neighbor quietly kills her community; lesbian lovers bash and burn a complete stranger."
2013-08-02
"Some women are just cold-hearted and attack \"Without Pity\". A mother who wants another baby is prepared to steal from the womb; a grandmother's outward devotion masks his sadistic nature; and an unhappy divorcee takes revenge on her own flesh and blood."
2013-08-09
"Teens who are willing to kill to get what they want, including one who makes herself an orphan and another who murders her grandmother to be with a boy."
2013-08-16
"An Englishwoman fights with her boyfriend; game players lure a man into a deadly trap."
2013-08-23
"A mother in Missouri uses her children for money; a Texas mom becomes delusional; an Australian mother drowns her son."
2013-08-30
"A prostitute kills her second, third and fifth husbands; a woman murders her husband and makes it look like a suicide; a woman poisons her husband with antifreeze to collect his life insurance policy."
2013-09-13
"Ladies that believe social status gives them a license to kill; they assume they are entitled to do it."
2013-09-27
"For some women evil lurks from the beginning and there is no stopping it."
2013-10-25
"Sometimes, a woman has a killer instinct when she meets her other half. These wicked women exert control over their partners to become the master puppeteer of a murderous plot. Acting as two on behalf of one, these Deadly Women are 'Double Trouble'."
2013-11-08
"A mother sacrifices her son; a teen rebels; a bookkeeper steals her way to murder."
2013-11-15
"A scorned lover weaves a web of lies; a Goth teenager orders a reign of terror; a gold-digger buries secrets."
2013-11-22
"A California woman commits a deadly sin rather than live with an immoral husband; a housewife drives two women to join a murderous poison ring."
2013-11-29
"A Texan goes to any length to keep her man; a mother does the unthinkable to her tiny son."
Season 8 - Deadly Women
2014-08-01
"The Season 8 opener features examines the infamous 1892 ax murders of Lizzie Borden's parents."
2014-08-14
"A woman seeks revenge; an affair turns deadly; and a wealthy housewife hides secrets."
2014-09-26
"A middle-aged woman goes after an older man; an Army wife isn't satisfied with her husband; and a black widow poisons her mates."
2014-10-03
"A divorced woman fakes a home invasion; a mix of jealousy and alcohol affect a UK mother; and a drug kingpin eliminates the competition."
2014-10-10
"A comely woman goes after an older man; a cabaret star performs a finale that kills; and a deadly farmer's wife is profiled."
2014-10-24
"A bondage queen doles out punishment; a vengeful teenager ignites a blaze; and a doctor prescribes lethal cures."
2014-11-14
"A woman seduces both men and women; a churchgoer discovers a new faith; and a matriarch rules with an iron rod."
Season 9 - Deadly Women
2015-08-07
"When these women exposed their true selves, their men found out they'd been 'Sleeping With The Enemy.' A beauty queen tried to free herself from her family; an accountant's tryst turned deadly; & a valedictorian made sure her man couldn't leave."
2015-08-14
"For these women blood isn\u2019t thicker than water. A teen sacrifices her family for an inheritance; an obsession with Hollywood memorabilia leads a recluse to kill her parents; and a soccer mom's social status is more important than her mother's life."
2015-08-21
"These women love to gamble; but when the money's all gone, the stakes turn deadly. A transgender woman is willing to kill for a new body; a mother and daughter trade a family member for cash; and a wife tries to bury her debts along with her husband."
2015-08-28
"For these heartless women envy is the deadliest sin. An obsessed mistress sacrifices her lover's wife; a young lover kills her girlfriend to keep her from the arms of another; and an angry cowgirl destroys her ex's life by destroying his family."
2015-09-04
"When these women have scores to settle, they take matters into their own hands. A traumatized woman thinks she's an avenging angel; one of Mexico's infamous serial killers targets the elderly; and a man is butchered by two women he tries to help."
2015-09-11
"These women think their men are worth more dead than alive. A scorned Southern belle tries to cash in on her ex's life; a countess clings to her riches through violent means; and a mother of two trades her husband for another shot at the good life."
2015-09-18
"Some women like company when they take a life. Teenage lovers chose each other over the life of a loving grandmother; a cold-hearted aunt uses her nephew to become a wealthy widow; and a friendship turns fatal for one unsuspecting husband."
2015-09-25
"They look like sweet grannies but they prove murder has no age limit. A grandma's need to control her grandson takes a deadly turn; a retirement home romance meets a lethal end; and an aging gold-digger preys on her final victim."
2015-10-09
"When a former police officer is dumped she takes the law into her own hands; a quiet housewife buries her marriage problems in the garden; and an excited fianc\u00e9e turns into the worst kind of bridezilla."
2015-10-16
"Some women have short fuses and when their blood boils get out of their way. A couple's New Year's resolution ends in a murderous rampage; a pious parish housekeeper hides a sinful secret and a Christmas drink between neighbors has a deadly hangover."
2015-10-23
"Some women like others to do their dirty work. A drama queen brings her love triangle to a permanent end; an intimate betrayal turns friends into deadly foes; and a loose woman will do anything to protect her freedom."
2015-10-30
"They may be the fairer sex but when they clash it can be downright brutal. An abusive mother takes drastic steps to keep custody of her child; a small town gossip sparks a murderous grudge match; and a teen bully makes a shocking move."
2015-11-06
"A secret addiction drives a young woman to sacrifice her wheelchair bound employer; a scheming caregiver betrays the man who trusts her; and a single mother\u2019s desire for a better life leads to a brutal dismemberment."
Season 10 - Deadly Women
2016-08-27
"Some women can't resist boy toys. But fur flies when these Deadly Women reveal they're \"Killer Cougars.\""
2016-09-03
"These Deadly Women are old but not wise. You have to watch your back when \"Granny Gets a Gun.\""
2016-09-10
"They are \"Bad To The Bone\"... it\u2019s only a matter of time before they become Deadly Women."
2016-09-17
"These Deadly Women won\u2019t let their men go... they \"Cling \u2018Til Death.\""
2016-09-24
"They look sugar coated but these Deadly Women are made of \"Sugar And Spite.\""
2016-10-01
"The stakes are high and the chips are down when these Deadly Women decide to \"Cash In.\""
2016-10-08
"These Deadly Women satisfied their blood lust within the family... they were \"Killer In-Laws.\""
2016-10-22
"A social worker can\u2019t keep the lid on her possessive nature, a friendship is destroyed by jealous delusions, and young love leads to a violent end."
2016-11-19
"The match is struck, the fuse is lit, and it\u2019s only a matter of time before the \"Anger Mismanagement\" of these Deadly Women will see them explode."
2016-11-25
"With hearts of stone, these Deadly Women give their men special send-offs when \"Love Leaves Town.\""
2016-11-26
"It\u2019s easy to keep friends and enemies close when they\u2019re one and the same. These Deadly Women turn from \"Friends To Foes.\""
Season 11 - Deadly Women
2017-09-01
"These Deadly Women didn't grow old gracefully; they committed \"Mid-Life Murder.\""
2017-09-08
"These Deadly Women didn't grow old gracefully; they committed \"Mid-Life Murder.\""
2017-09-15
"These Deadly Women brutally turned on family and in-laws, they had Broken Ties."
2017-09-29
"These Deadly Women liked company when they killed, for them it took Two to Tangle."
2017-10-06
"Two can keep a secret, if one of them is dead. These Deadly Women think they've committed the perfect murders when they Hit and Run."
2017-10-13
"These Deadly Women get their kicks from the suffering of others. They enjoy being on Death Watch."
2017-10-20
"When these Deadly Women turn green-eyed they reveal their Hot Tempers, Cold Hearts."
2017-10-27
"These Deadly Women sacrificed their loved ones to satisfy their Love of Money."
2017-11-03
"These Deadly Women take the wedding vow \"till death do us part\" seriously; they make sure their marriages are Fatal Ties."
2017-11-10
"When these Deadly Women strike they keep it \"In The Family.\""
2017-11-17
"Innocent blood spills when these Deadly Women reach their Tipping Point."
2017-11-24
"When their love life goes sour these Deadly Women take lethal revenge. They are Dumped and Dangerous."
Season 12 - Deadly Women
2018-09-03
"Sometimes the most dangerous place to be is in the arms of your loved one."
2018-09-14
"When love goes wrong it is a dangerous game. These Deadly Women \"Kiss then Kill.\""
2018-10-19
"Some women can\u2019t admit their failings and point the finger of blame at others."
2018-11-02
"Former FBI criminal profiler Candice DeLong delves into the minds of female killers."
2018-11-17
"Kristin Stephens uses her husband\u2019s money to fuel her gambling addiction; Brittney Dwyer convinces her roommate to drive to her grandfather\u2019s home to search for money; a couple targets an employee to squelch their financial problems."
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Season 14 - Deadly Women
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