Movies and TvShows featuring "murder-of-a-prostitute" theme.
A team of high-end thieves accidentally leave a clue at their latest heist, leading to them being pursued by the LAPD. As they plan their next job and try to avoid capture, they must deal with internal conflicts and the unpredictable actions of a dangerous serial killer. With the police closing in, they face a race against time to pull off one last heist and escape the heat.
Moderately successful criminal defense attorney Mickey Haller operates around Los Angeles County out of a Lincoln Town Car. He lands the case of his career defending Louis Roulet, a Beverly Hills playboy accused of brutally beating a prostitute. As Haller investigates, he discovers similarities to a past case that may prove his previous client innocent. With the help of his ex-wife and investigator, Haller navigates a deadly game of survival as the truth unravels.
Kern County Deputy Sheriff Joe Deacon is sent to Los Angeles to collect evidence for a murder case. He teams up with lead detective Jimmy Baxter to investigate a series of similar murders. Deacon suspects that the current killer is connected to an old unsolved case. As they dig deeper, tensions rise and secrets are revealed. Deacon's own dark past comes back to haunt him. The search for the killer intensifies, leading to a shocking climax that leaves Deacon and Baxter questioning their own morality.
In a desperate hunt, the police race against time to catch a serial killer who is terrorizing Yorkshire. As the investigation unfolds, the cat and mouse game between the killer and the law enforcement intensifies, leading to a gripping confrontation.
Rising Sun is a crime thriller set in Los Angeles, where a murder of a prostitute leads a detective, a journalist, and a police department to unravel a web of corruption and corporate intrigue in the Japanese business community. As they dig deeper into the case, they confront issues of race relations, misogyny, and the clash of cultures. The investigation takes them through a series of twists and turns, revealing the darker side of power and money.
A journalist delves into the dark underbelly of Mashhad to uncover the truth behind a series of murders of sex workers. Working with a local newspaper editor, they trace the killings back to Saeed Azimi, known as the 'Spider Killer,' who believes he is purifying the city in the name of Imam Reza. As they gather evidence, they set a trap, leading to Saeed's arrest and subsequent trial. However, Saeed's religious fervor and confession to more killings create a chilling atmosphere. Despite the promise of a secret escape from the death sentence, Saeed meets his ultimate fate, and the journalist returns to Tehran, haunted by the horrifying case.
In a future where crime is rampant, a female police officer is killed and resurrected as a cyborg to take down a powerful crime syndicate. As she battles against her own robotic nature, she uncovers a secret plot that threatens the entire city.
The Dead Girl (2006) is a crime drama thriller that follows the interconnected lives of several women who are affected by the discovery of a dead girl's body. As the investigation unfolds, dark secrets and hidden connections are revealed, leading to a shocking climax.
The Killing Season is a chilling and captivating true-crime documentary series that explores the unsolved cases of a serial killer in Long Island, New York. The series delves into the heinous crimes, police corruption, and the victims' stories, shedding light on a dark chapter in American history.
This tense true-crime series examines the hunt for the Long Island serial killer through the perspective of his victims, their loved ones and the police.
Diana, a young blind woman, joins forces with a Chinese boy named Chin to hunt down a serial killer in Rome. After losing her sight in a car accident, Diana finds herself targeted by the killer known as 'The Cellist.' With the help of the Blind Society and the police, Diana must navigate her new life in darkness while trying to stay one step ahead of the relentless murderer. Alongside Chin, she embarks on a thrilling cat and mouse game to escape the clutches of the killer.
Nightwatch follows a law student who takes a job as a night watchman at a morgue. As he becomes increasingly involved in the investigation of a serial killer, he finds himself in a deadly game of survival.
Crime Scene: The Times Square Killer is a gripping true crime documentary series that delves into the horrifying story of a sadistic serial killer who targeted prostitutes in 1970s New York City. Through a combination of interviews, archival footage, and reenactments, the show takes viewers on a thrilling journey as detectives from the NYPD race against time to catch the elusive killer and bring him to justice.
From Beyond the Grave is a horror anthology film from 1974 that tells the story of an antique shop and the supernatural powers it holds. As customers purchase items from the shop, they soon find themselves haunted by paranormal experiences and forced to confront their deepest fears. From demonic possessions to voodoo rituals, the characters must navigate a world where good and evil collide. With each segment of the anthology, the film explores themes of death, obsession, and the consequences of one's actions. As the horror unfolds, the characters' lives become intertwined in a web of terror, leading to a shocking conclusion.
Peeping Tom follows the story of Mark Lewis, a voyeuristic filmmaker who becomes a serial killer. Obsessed with capturing fear on camera, Mark documents his murders while struggling with the traumatic childhood experiences that shaped his psychopathic tendencies.
In 'Beyond a Reasonable Doubt,' a reporter aims to uncover the flaws in the justice system by provoking a district attorney to charge him with murder. As the plot thickens, secrets and twists unfold, leading to a suspenseful courtroom drama with a surprising ending.
A detective is on the hunt for a sadistic serial killer known as The New York Ripper. As he digs deeper into the case, he uncovers a world of sleaze, violence, and sexual cruelty. With a list of potential suspects and a city full of darkness, the detective must race against time to catch the killer before more victims fall prey to his sadistic nature.
A young ambitious lawyer takes on the defense of a murder suspect, leading him to question his own integrity and face a moral dilemma. As he uncovers the truth behind the murder, he navigates through a complex web of manipulation, unethical practices, and shocking tactics in the courtroom.
Tightrope is a psycho thriller about a police detective, Wes Block, who is investigating a series of gruesome murders in New Orleans. As he gets closer to catching the killer, Block starts to lose himself in the darkness of the case. Meanwhile, he also struggles with his own sexual desires and his complicated relationship with his daughters. With each step he takes on the tightrope, Block must confront his own demons and make a choice between justice and his own sanity.
When a psychopathic killer who has a dual-role emerges and goes on a killing spree, a police investigator and a woman find themselves in jeopardy. As the investigation unfolds, secrets and clues from a murder of a prostitute and a murder of a pregnant woman are revealed. The police detective must use hypnosis and his skills to catch the killer before more lives are lost.