Murder in the Heartland streaming
Genre
Crime
Year
1993
Runtime
1 season

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Metascore

Murder in the Heartland

Unravel the chilling true story of a murderous rampage.

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Synopsis

Murder in the Heartland is a gripping mini-series released in 1993 that follows the true story of Charles Starkweather and Caril Fugate, who went on a killing spree in Nebraska in the late 1950s. Kate Reid delivers a remarkable performance in this chilling portrayal of the heinous crimes that shocked the nation. The series delves deep into the psychology of the killers, exploring the events leading up to their spree and the impact it had on the small town they terrorized. As the story unfolds, viewers are taken on a journey filled with suspense, drama, and a haunting sense of reality that is both disturbing and captivating.

Cast

  • Kate Reid

    Kate Reid

    Pansy Street

  • Brian Dennehy

    Brian Dennehy

    John McArthur

  • Randy Quaid

    Randy Quaid

    Elmer Scheele

  • Fairuza Balk

    Fairuza Balk

    Caril Ann Fugate

  • Tim Roth

    Tim Roth

    Charles Starkweather

  • Renรฉe Zellweger

    Renรฉe Zellweger

Reviews

Murder in the Heartland received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the series for its gritty portrayal of the crimes and the stellar performance by Kate Reid, others found it to be too dark and disturbing. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 68%, with critics praising the attention to detail in recreating the events. IMDb users rated it 6.5/10, with many appreciating the series' historical accuracy and the nuanced depiction of the characters. Metacritic rated it 65/100, with critics highlighting the intense atmosphere and the gripping storytelling. Overall, Murder in the Heartland is a compelling watch that will leave viewers both disturbed and intrigued.