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Follow the chilling story of the Golden State Killer as an amateur detective and writer explores his crimes and uncovers shocking details.

He's the most prolific serial predator in California history, but remains mostly unknown. His reign of terror began in the 1970s, but the fear lingers today. Who is The Golden State Killer? Investigators past and present are committed to finding out.

Viewers go inside the investigation, the case files and the mind of The Golden State Killer – a man believed to be the most prolific uncaught rapist and serial killer in the nation. With exclusive cooperation from law enforcement and survivors, the docuseries examines the historical and social ramifications of The Golden State Killer’s reign of terror, explore the advances in forensic technology, and highlight the legal changes to our justice system that his crime spree spurred.

Hosted by NBC News investigative journalist Stephanie Gosk, this brand new two-hour special will offer an intimate look into the life of Joe DeAngelo, the suspect in custody, through new and exclusive interviews from those who were closest to him and offering a gripping depiction of the prime suspect in a decades-long manhunt. To his family, friends, and former colleagues, DeAngelo lived the life of the classic “average Joe” - a father, grandfather, veteran, and even former police officer. DeAngelo now stands accused of being the man behind one of the most ruthlessly enduring crime sprees of all time and is believed to have raped more than 45 women and murdered at least 12 people. He is currently charged with 12 counts of first degree murder and has so far not entered a plea. Joining Gosk is Bay Area detective Paul Holes, who helped search for the Golden State Killer for nearly a quarter-century and played a key role in the arrest of Joe DeAngelo.

Gone in the Dark is a suspenseful drama movie based on the true story of the Golden State Killer, also known as the East Area Rapist or Original Night Stalker. The film follows the relentless pursuit of justice as investigators and victims' families uncover the chilling truth behind the elusive serial killer. With each new clue and twist in the case, the tension builds, leading to a climactic and shocking conclusion.

To the world, Joe DeAngelo was a devoted family man, reliable friend and proud police officer. But secretly, he was a serial rapist and murderer who haunted California for over 40 years.