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‘Making Manson’ Docuseries Shares New Insight Into the Murderer’s Motivations

Poster for 'Making Manson' (Photo credit: Peacock)

Peacock’s delving into cult leader and convicted murderer Charles Manson in the upcoming documentary series Making Manson. The three-part docuseries features newly uncovered details from 100 hours of newly unearthed interviews with Manson.

“An explosive series offering unfiltered insights into America’s most notorious killer, Charles Manson. Through 20 years’ worth of never-before-aired conversations, those closest to the case have their views challenged as Manson talks openly about his part in the infamous crimes, as well as his upbringing, criminal youth and his true feelings about ‘The Family,'” reads Peacock’s synopsis. “Manson reveals the cruelty he suffered in reform school and the childhood experiences that made him who he was. Former ‘Family’ members listen to the exclusive conversations and are taken back to the time when they ‘would do anything for Charlie.

Manson recounts the early crimes that led to the murder spree in the summer of ‘69, laying out an explanation of loyalty and brotherhood that pushes against the accepted motive: his desire to incite Helter Skelter. In the final moments before his death, Manson reflects on his life in prison and shows rare tenderness for the man who spoke to him across the decades.”

Directed by Billie Mintz (The Guardians), all three episodes will premiere on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. Max Welch, Kate Maddigan, Tim Withers, and Duane Jones are the executive producers.

This post was last modified on November 25, 2024 5:00 pm

Rebecca Murray: Journalist covering the entertainment industry for 23+ years, including 13 years as the first writer for About.com's Hollywood Movies site. Member of the Critics Choice Association (Film & TV Branches), Alliance of Women Film Journalists, and Past President of the San Diego Film Critics Society.
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