TV series
The Atlanta Child Murders
1985, English, on CBS.
A city in fear. A case that shocked the nation.
The Atlanta Child Murders is a TV miniseries that aired on February 10 and 12, 1985 on CBS. Inspired by true events, the miniseries examines the so-called "Atlanta child murders" of the late 1970s and early 1980s.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 2
- Episode length
- 88 min
- Status
- Ended in 1985
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Latest episode
S1 E2: Episode 2
Aired 12 February 1985
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Jason RobardsAlvin Binder · 2 ep
- James Earl JonesMajor Walker · 2 ep
- Rip TornLewis Slaton · 2 ep
- Morgan FreemanBen Shelter · 2 ep
- Calvin LevelsWayne Williams · 2 ep
- Lynne MoodySelena Cobb · 2 ep
- Ruby DeeFaye Williams · 2 ep
- Gloria FosterCamille Bell · 2 ep
- Paul BenjaminHomer Williams · 2 ep
- Andrew RobinsonJack Mallard · 2 ep
- Christopher AllportLarry Peterson · 2 ep
- Guy BoydMike Edwards · 2 ep
Details
- First aired
- 10 February 1985
- Last aired
- 12 February 1985
- Network
- CBS
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Miniseries
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What The Atlanta Child Murders is based on
The Atlanta Child Murders is based on a true story.
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The Atlanta Child Murders: quick answers
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How many seasons of The Atlanta Child Murders are there?
The Atlanta Child Murders has 1 season and 2 episodes, about 88 minutes each.
Is The Atlanta Child Murders finished?
Yes. The Atlanta Child Murders ended in 1985, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Atlanta Child Murders on?
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The Atlanta Child Murders parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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What shows are like The Atlanta Child Murders?
If you liked The Atlanta Child Murders, try Scream: The TV Series, Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story, The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox.
What is The Atlanta Child Murders based on?
The Atlanta Child Murders is based on a true story.