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The Dating Game Killer

2021-01-08 · 120 min · Not rated

Crime · Documentary

In 1978, Rodney Alcala won a date on the popular TV show, The Dating Game. What no one knew was that he was a prolific serial killer in the middle of a cross-country murder spree.

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David MuirDavid MuirSelf - Co-Host
Amy RobachAmy RobachSelf - Co-Host
Rodney AlcalaRodney AlcalaSelf - 'The Dating Game Killer' (archive footage)

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