Movies and TvShows featuring "child-murder-investigation" theme.

Set in 1950s Soviet Union, a disgraced Soviet policeman embarks on an undercover mission to investigate a series of child murders. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a conspiracy that challenges everything he knows about the totalitarian regime.

A retired police detective pledges to catch a serial killer before his retirement party, but his obsession with the case leads him down a dangerous path of paranoia and self-destruction.

Unit One follows a group of detectives in the Danish police force who are part of a specialized unit tasked with investigating complex murder cases. The show explores the personal and professional lives of the detectives as they navigate the challenges of solving crimes and dealing with the emotional toll it takes on them. The team faces various obstacles and encounters dangerous criminals, all while striving to bring justice to the victims and their families.

The Untouchables is an American crime drama series that aired for two seasons in syndication, from January 1993 to May 1994. The series portrayed work of the real life Untouchables federal investigative squad in Prohibition-era Chicago and its efforts against Al Capone's attempts to profit from the market in bootleg liquor. The series features Tom Amandes as Eliot Ness and William Forsythe as Al Capone, and was based on the 1959 series and 1987 film of the same name.

In a German city, the police are unable to catch a child-murderer. Concerned parents and criminals join in the manhunt. The police investigation leads them to Hans Beckert, the killer. Underworld bosses decide to monitor all children using beggars. A blind balloon peddler helps the beggars mark Beckert. The police find evidence in Beckert's apartment and lay in wait for him. Beckert is caught by gangsters and taken to a kangaroo court. It is decided to eliminate him. Beckert's real trial results in a guilty verdict, leaving the mothers of the slain children to reflect on the need for closer watch.

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.

A detective investigates a series of ritualistic murders in New York City and uncovers a cult engaged in child sacrifice. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he becomes entangled in a web of occult practices and must confront his own demons.

A disillusioned judge in Los Angeles discovers the existence of a secret society of vigilante judges who take extreme measures to punish criminals that slip through the cracks of the legal system. As he becomes more involved with the group, he realizes the dangers and consequences of their actions. He must decide whether to continue seeking justice through their methods or uphold the principles of the law he once swore to protect.

A detective in a small Swiss town investigates a series of child murders and becomes obsessed with catching the killer. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers dark secrets and finds himself haunted by the past. He must navigate through a web of deceit and ruthlessness to bring the psychopath to justice.

True Crime is a thrilling movie that delves into the dark world of murder and corruption. It follows the story of a homicide detective who becomes obsessed with solving the case of a child murder. As he digs deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a web of police corruption and secrets. With the clock ticking, he must navigate through deception and pursue the truth before it's too late.

Paradise Lost: The Child Murders at Robin Hood Hills is a gripping documentary that delves into the case of the West Memphis Three, three teenagers who were convicted of the brutal murder of three young boys in Arkansas. The film highlights the flawed investigation, the satanic panic that swept the small town, and the miscarriage of justice that occurred as a result. Through interviews and disturbing footage, the documentary sheds light on the truth and questions the guilt of those convicted.

A detective becomes obsessed with solving a child murder case involving an elusive serial killer. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he realizes that there are darker forces at play, leading him to question everyone around him. With his daughter's safety hanging in the balance, he must confront his own demons and stop the killer before it's too late.

In Small Sacrifices, a deranged mother named Diane Downs shoots her three children in a desperate attempt to gain the attention of a man she is infatuated with. The story follows the investigation into the shocking crime and the subsequent trial that unveils the depths of her obsession and the lengths she would go to for love.

In 'Slaughter of the Innocents,' a FBI agent teams up with a priest to investigate a series of child murders, which leads them to uncover a dark conspiracy involving a cult and human sacrifices. As they race against time to save the next potential victim, they must navigate a web of clues and false leads to bring the killer to justice.

When a serial child killer begins terrorizing a small town, a dedicated female police officer takes on the dangerous case. As she becomes deeply involved in the investigation, she uncovers disturbing clues and must race against time to save the next potential victim.

In Hungary, a cop delves into a troubling case of child murder, uncovering a web of dark secrets and twisted obsessions. As he investigates, he must navigate the haunting landscapes of the dark woods and a deeply disturbed community.

In post-war Germany, a city is terrorized by a serial killer who preys on children. As the police struggle to catch the killer, a widespread manhunt ensues, leading to mass hysteria and an atmosphere of fear. The main suspect is a mentally ill man named Hans Beckert, whose crimes have left the city in anguish. The police and the criminal underworld both launch their own investigations, and a race against time begins to capture the elusive murderer.

The pious John List regularly goes to church and is respected by his neighbours. But one day the police finds his wife Helen and their three children slayed in their house - obviously by John, who left two letters for the police and his priest and disappeared. Chief Richland is disgusted by the murder and starts an intensive investigation. In flashbacks we learn about the history of the disaster.

Swoon is a crime drama film that tells the story of the infamous Leopold and Loeb murder case in 1924. Richard Loeb and Nathan Leopold, two wealthy and intelligent teenagers, plan and carry out the murder of a young boy just to prove their superiority. The film explores their homosexual relationship, the media frenzy surrounding the case, and the trial that follows. It is a chilling portrayal of a real-life crime that shocked the nation.

On the Trail of Blood is a crime movie set in Central Europe. It follows the investigation of a serial child killer and the multiple suspects involved. The plot also includes themes of loss, unhappy marriage, and hidden secrets. The movie delves into the dark underbelly of society and explores the complex relationships between the characters.