What is the true crime series Inside the Mind of a Serial Killer about?
This gripping documentary series takes viewers deep into the world of crime, where the most dangerous weapon is the human mind. Each episode introduces perpetrators who managed to hide their true nature for years while living seemingly ordinary lives. They could have been our neighbours, colleagues or friends, yet they harboured impulses capable of driving them to brutal murder.
The second season delves even deeper into the psychological analysis of these criminals. Viewers will see how seemingly minor triggers, personal frustrations or a desire to control the victim can unleash deadly instincts in psychopaths. The creators employ dramatic reconstructions, archival footage, witness testimonies and expert commentary from FBI agents, criminal profilers, detectives and investigative journalists. The result is a complete and chillingly realistic picture of crime.
Season 2 premieres on Sunday, 7 September at 21:00 CET on Viasat True Crime. Until 5 October, viewers will get two brand-new episodes back-to-back every week – an intense dose of emotion and fact that will keep you glued to the screen.
What new cases will we see in the latest season?
The production returns with more shocking cases that have shocked public opinion and left their mark on the history of criminology. Viewers will meet:
- Anthony Shore, also known as the 'Tourniquet Killer'. He is outwardly an intelligent, sociable and caring father of two daughters. In reality, he is a sexual predator and murderer who abused his own children and killed three teenage girls and one adult woman. His case serves as a chilling reminder of how easily one can trust a monster in human form.
- Kieran Kelly is a serial killer from the UK who is suspected of committing between two and 31 murders. One of his most shocking methods was pushing unsuspecting people under the wheels of London Underground trains.
- Ian Brady and Myra Hindley were the infamous 'Moors Murderers'. Between 1963 and 1965, they killed five children and teenagers. Their crimes, combined with the gruesome disposal of the bodies, have become part of Britain’s darkest criminal lore.
- Todd Kohlhepp was a successful real estate agent who led a double life. By day, he closed property deals with clients; by night, he kidnapped, imprisoned, raped and murdered his victims. He confessed to seven murders, though experts believe there may have been more.
Each episode details a crime and analyses how the killer evaded justice, the mistakes they made and what ultimately led to their capture. Thanks to surveillance footage and police reports, viewers can witness key moments in the investigations.
What goes on in the minds of murderers?
What sets Inside the Mind of a Serial Killer apart is that it doesn’t just recount events. The series attempts to answer a fundamental question: What makes a person start killing? Experts examine the offenders’ life histories, childhood traumas, family relationships and personality traits that may predispose them to violence.
Some of the subjects in the series displayed psychopathic tendencies from an early age, including a lack of empathy, manipulativeness, and a need for dominance. Others managed to live a double life for years with no outward signs of violence in their immediate surroundings. The series demonstrates that there is no single 'profile' of a murderer – each case is unique, yet they all involve the irreversible crossing of moral and legal boundaries.
Where can you watch Inside the Mind of a Serial Killer?
This production airs exclusively on Viasat True Crime. The first episode of Season 2 premieres on Sunday 7 September at 21:00 CET, with new episodes airing every Sunday – always two back-to-back.
Visit the official website at Viasat True Crime TV Schedule to check if the channel is available in your TV package and to find the full schedule and the latest broadcast information.
Who is this series for?
Inside the Mind of a Serial Killer is essential viewing for fans of true crime series and anyone interested in understanding how the most dangerous criminals think and operate. It is also ideal for students or enthusiasts of criminal psychology, criminology or profiling.
The series captivates with both its storytelling and its thorough, research-based approach. However, due to graphic descriptions and detailed reconstructions, it is not recommended for particularly sensitive viewers.
What makes this season different?
Season 2 offers:
- A greater focus on psychological analysis, with experts commenting on every stage of the criminal mind’s development.
- Reconstructions enriched with archives, including rare photographs, videos and documents.
- An international scope of cases, from the UK to the USA, showing that crime knows no borders.
- Tense, engaging narration from the opening minute to the final verdict.
This season blends knowledge and emotion, providing material that tells stories and teaches you how to spot dangerous behaviours.
CTA: Check the broadcast details at Viasat True Crime TV Schedule and watch Inside the Mind of a Serial Killer, airing back-to-back episodes every Sunday from 7 September at 21:00 CET on Viasat True Crime.
