TV series
The Deliberate Stranger
1986, English, on NBC.
The riveting real life story of the hunt for mass murderer Ted Bundy.
Based on a true story, this miniseries depicts the life of Ted Bundy, the serial killer. In 1974, after having murdered several young women, he leaves Seattle for Utah, where he is a law student and where other girls disappear. It takes the cooperation of a number of police forces to work efficiently on this case. Soon, but not soon enough, the police eliminate endless possibilities and close in on him. Bundy is tried in the media and his good-boy attitude brings him sympathy but also the hatred of many.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 2
- Episode length
- 92 min
- Status
- Ended in 1986
Too new to call
Not enough people have rated it yet for a verdict.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch The Deliberate Stranger
The Deliberate Stranger isn’t listed on any OTT platform in India yet.
No streaming listings yet. Search JustWatch.
Latest episode
S1 E2: The Deliberate Stranger (2)
Aired 5 May 1986
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Mark HarmonTed Bundy · 2 ep
- Frederic ForrestDet. Bob Keppel · 2 ep
- George GrizzardRichard Larsen · 2 ep
- Ben MastersDet. Mike Fisher · 2 ep
- Glynnis O'ConnorCas Richter · 2 ep
- M. Emmet WalshDet. Sam Davies · 2 ep
- John AshtonDet. Roger Dunn · 2 ep
- Bonnie BartlettLouise Bundy · 2 ep
- Billy Green BushOfficer Bradley · 2 ep
- Frederick CoffinJerry Thompson · 2 ep
- Deborah GoodrichMartha Chambers · 2 ep
- Lawrence PressmanKen Wolverton · 2 ep
Details
- First aired
- 4 May 1986
- Last aired
- 5 May 1986
- Network
- NBC
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Miniseries
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
If you liked The Deliberate Stranger
Bad Girls
TV · 1999 · 7.6/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
L.A.'s Finest
TV · 2019 · 6.9/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Five Days
TV · 2007 · 5.8/10
SnoozefestRecommended by TMDB viewers
London Kills
TV · 2019 · 6.6/10
NewRecommended by TMDB viewers
Bad Blood
TV · 2017 · 7.1/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Witness
TV · 2026 · 6.4/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
This City Is Ours
TV · 2025 · 7.5/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Power Book IV: Force
TV · 2022 · 8.2/10
Absolute CinemaRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Rookies
TV · 1972 · 6.9/10
NewRecommended by TMDB viewers
Goliath
TV · 2016 · 7.6/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Deliberate Stranger: quick answers
Is The Deliberate Stranger worth watching?
The Deliberate Stranger doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How many seasons of The Deliberate Stranger are there?
The Deliberate Stranger has 1 season and 2 episodes, about 92 minutes each.
Is The Deliberate Stranger finished?
Yes. The Deliberate Stranger ended in 1986, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Deliberate Stranger on?
The Deliberate Stranger isn’t listed on any OTT platform in India yet. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
The Deliberate Stranger parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Deliberate Stranger yet.
What shows are like The Deliberate Stranger?
If you liked The Deliberate Stranger, try Bad Girls, L.A.'s Finest, Five Days.