Watch A Wedding and a Murder
- 2018
- 2 Seasons
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6.8 (78)
A Wedding and a Murder is a true crime series that delves into the dark side of emotions and the rising tensions of planning a wedding that can morph into a murderous nightmare. The show premiered on Oxygen on June 3, 2018, with a run of eight episodes. This series is an intense and authentic dive into the world of wedding-related homicides, following both the joyous exhilaration and the darker side of human nature which can raise its head when people get caught up in their wedding day. Each episode of A Wedding and a Murder depicts a shocking and tragic story of love gone wrong on someoneâs special day, plunging friends and family into turmoil and despair. The series chronicles accounts of crimes committed by perpetrators who previously have been familiar with the victim, and explore their rituals of lies, deceit, and desperation. Throughout the series, viewers are introduced to Thomas Ernst, Tom Alper, and Sydney Malmberg Liu, who provide insight and narration on the events leading up to each murder. They bring together investigative reenactments, actual photographs, interviews with key players in the case, as well as first-hand accounts from victimsâ families, survivalists, and those who worked on the cases. The hosts work tirelessly to raise awareness about the criminal mind and its motives, and they examine these criminals and their patterns of behavior. The series features various types of murders, ranging from small towns in America to exotic locations worldwide, highlighting the fact that unfortunately, no one is immune to the dangers of human nature. The producers work diligently to ensure the stories presented are well researched and accurately portrayed in each episode. One of the most bone-chilling half-hours shares the story of two college sweethearts, Kathy Chou and Jim Lai. The couple had been engaged for six years, and when they decided to pull the trigger on planning their wedding, it should have been a time of pure joy. However, things took a tragic turn one night when the couple was on their way home from dinner. Jim appeared to be a target in a carjacking that went awry. The couple was senselessly gunned down on their way home, and the perpetrator fled the scene. The investigation of Jim and Kathy's case would take years to solve, and when the suspect was finally arrested and brought to trial, the court proceedings would go from tragedy to spectacle as the case turned into a deep-seated discussion on the appropriateness of the death penalty. Another harrowing tale comes from New Orleans, where Vera and Herbert Price were the parents of the bride. A grand celebration marked the commencement of their daughter's marriage-only to turn deadly when the mother of the groom was found strangled in her hotel room. The series builds to a crescendo as Vera and Herbert began their own investigation, determined to figure out who murdered the mother of their son-in-law. Over the course of each episode, viewers are exposed to a wealth of information about motives, timelines, and the psychology of the killers. The investigations often take steep turns that lead to the most surprising and unexpected outcomes. The series introduces some of the most intriguing and fascinating characters, including detectives, lawyers, and even the occasional reporter which provide insight into the plots that sometimes become tangled web of lies and the motives behind a personâs actions. In conclusion, A Wedding and a Murder is an engrossing series with an investigative, yet cinematic approach to each case. The producers of the show work diligently to ensure that it is as authentic and accurate to the information presented as possible. Each episode provides an exploration of the dangerous and emotionally-charged side of wedding celebrations, where lives can be taken all in the name of love. The hosts of the show help provide a nuanced understanding of the motives behind murders, and how these crimes can occur even in the most celebratory events in our lives. If you're a true crime connoisseur with a palate for romance and black drama, A Wedding and a Murder will give you your fill.
