Living with a Serial Killer – Season 2: How was it possible that no one noticed the evil?
Season two of the true-crime series Living with a Serial Killer reveals one of the most unsettling aspects of real-life crimes: the lives of people who spent years living with murderers without realizing who their loved ones truly were. The new episodes revisit notorious cases involving criminals such as Anthony Shore, Levi Bellfield, Stephen Griffiths, Elizabeth Wettlaufer and Anthony Sowell. Through interviews with family members and former partners, viewers gain insight into the killers’ double lives — and the moment when the terrifying truth finally came to light.
Key information about the series
- Title: Living with a Serial Killer – Season 2
- Genre: true-crime documentary series
- Premiere: Monday, April 6, 21:00 CET
- Number of episodes: 8
- Broadcast: new episodes every weekday at 21:00 CET
- Channel: Viasat True Crime
Themes explored in the series
- The double lives of serial killers
- The experiences of families and partners of perpetrators
- Behind-the-scenes perspectives on high-profile investigations
- The psychology of crime and manipulation
- The trauma faced by people who discovered the truth about their loved ones
Is it possible to live with a murderer for years and never notice?
This disturbing question lies at the heart of Living with a Serial Killer. Unlike many true-crime productions that focus primarily on the perpetrators and investigators, this series gives a voice to those who were closest to the crimes.
Among them are:
- Partners of serial killers
- Children raised in the same household as the perpetrator
- Siblings and friends
- People who learned the truth only years later
Their stories reveal something deeply unsettling: many killers led double lives, successfully hiding their crimes even from those closest to them.
When “ordinary life” becomes a mask for a monster
One of the most frightening aspects of these stories is how convincingly many killers managed to appear normal.
This was the case with:
- Anthony Shore, known as the “Tourniquet Killer,” who hunted young women in Houston for years
- Levi Bellfield, the London killer responsible for brutal attacks on young women
- Anthony Sowell, whose Cleveland home turned out to be the site of a horrifying discovery — the bodies of eleven murdered women
For years, each of them seemed to lead an ordinary life. They had families, neighbors, and friends. Only when police uncovered the truth did their loved ones face the haunting question: how could we not have seen it?
Killers who managed to evade justice for years
Some of the criminals featured in the series managed to escape law enforcement for decades.
One example is Edward Wayne Edwards, one of the most wanted criminals in the United States, who avoided accountability for more than thirty years. In the series, his own son recalls growing up with a father who seemed charismatic and adventurous — but who was secretly hiding a dark and violent past.
A similar story surrounds Anthony Shore, whose murders from the 1980s were finally connected through DNA evidence years later.
When violence begins long before the murders
Several of the cases reveal that brutal crimes rarely emerge out of nowhere. In many instances, they are preceded by years of psychological manipulation or domestic abuse.
This pattern is evident in the story of Stephen Griffiths, who referred to himself as the “Crossbow Cannibal.” His former partner describes years of psychological torment and abuse that preceded the murders that would later shock the United Kingdom.
A similar warning pattern appeared in the case of Levi Bellfield, whose violent behavior toward a partner was an early indication of the danger he posed.
When crime hides in places meant to be safe
One of the most disturbing cases featured in the new season is that of Elizabeth Wettlaufer, a nurse who confessed to murdering several of her elderly patients in Canadian nursing homes.
The case shocked the public because it shattered a fundamental social assumption — that those working in healthcare exist to save lives.
In the series, her longtime childhood friend recounts the chilling confession he heard from her, a moment he says he will never forget.
The house that became a real-life horror scene
Another particularly shocking case involves Anthony Sowell from Cleveland.
In 2009, police discovered the remains of 11 murdered women inside his home. The building quickly became known in the media as the “House of Horrors.”
For Sowell’s family, the revelation of the crimes triggered a different kind of nightmare — public accusations, hatred, and even death threats directed at them.
Why Living with a Serial Killer offers a unique true-crime perspective
Many crime shows focus on a single question: how did the crime happen?
This series asks something even more unsettling:
How do you go on living after discovering that someone you loved is, in fact, a brutal killer?
The stories featured in the series reveal emotions that are rarely discussed:
- Shock
- Guilt
- Shame
- Fear of society’s reaction
- The struggle to understand something that may never be fully understood
FAQ – frequently asked questions
What is Living with a Serial Killer about?
It is a true-crime documentary series exploring the lives of people who unknowingly lived with serial killers.
How many episodes are in Season 2?
Season two consists of eight episodes, each focusing on a different criminal case.
Which cases are featured in the new season?
The series examines cases including Anthony Shore, Stephen Griffiths, Levi Bellfield, Elizabeth Wettlaufer, Edward Wayne Edwards and Anthony Sowell.
Do the killers’ families appear in the series?
Yes. One of the most important elements of the show is interviews with relatives and loved ones of the killers, who describe what life was like before the crimes were revealed.
When does Season 2 premiere?
Premiere: Monday, April 6 at 21:00 CET on Viasat True Crime. New episodes air every weekday at the same time.
The most disturbing truth about serial killers
The stories told in Living with a Serial Killer reveal something profoundly unsettling: many of the world’s most dangerous criminals did not appear monstrous.
They were neighbors. Partners. Parents.
And sometimes — people someone shared a home with for an entire lifetime.
Premiere: April 6, 21:00 CET
New episodes: weekdays at 21:00 CET
Channel: Viasat True Crime
If you are fascinated by stories that expose the real face of crime — and its devastating impact on the people living in the shadow of the perpetrators — this season may be one of the most chilling yet.
