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2012
4 Seasons
7.0 (633)

Killer Kids was a true crime show that aired on Lifetime from 2011-2015. The series, hosted by Misty Lee, Gilles Ouimet, and Christian Page, focused on crimes committed by children and teenagers. Each episode highlighted a different case where a minor was responsible for the murder or attempted murder of another person. The series aimed to explore the motives and backgrounds of these young perpetrators to better understand the psychology behind these crimes. Throughout the series, viewers were shown interviews with family members, law enforcement officials, and sometimes even the killers themselves. The show also included reenactments of the crimes, along with archival footage and police interviews. One of the strengths of the show was its effort to balance sensational and emotional content with a more reflective and investigatory approach. While the show did not shy away from the disturbing nature of the crimes, it also attempted to humanize the young perpetrators and understand the factors that contributed to their violent behavior. The show covered a range of cases, including a teenage boy who murdered his parents with a hammer, a young girl who conspired to kill her own mother, and a group of teenagers who abducted and murdered a young boy for thrills. Viewers were exposed to a variety of different circumstances that contributed to these crimes, from issues of mental illness to peer pressure and bullying. The show was particularly effective in its use of dramatic reenactments, which helped to bring the stories to life and created a sense of urgency and intrigue. At times, the reenactments could be intense and violent, which may not be suitable for all viewers. However, they were always accompanied by contextual information and insights from experts in the field of criminology and psychology. Throughout its run, Killer Kids was recognized for its thoughtful and nuanced approach to true crime storytelling. The show received critical acclaim for its efforts to avoid sensationalism and instead focus on understanding the root causes of these violent acts. As a result, it became a popular and compelling addition to the crowded field of true crime programming. In summary, Killer Kids was a true crime show that explored the cases of children and teenagers who committed murder or attempted murder. Through a combination of reenactments, interviews, and expert analysis, the show aimed to shed light on the complex factors that contributed to these violent acts. While at times intense and unsettling, the show was praised for its thoughtful and investigative approach to the subject matter, making it a standout series in the true crime genre.

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Seasons

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13. Tattle Tale Terror & Army Brat

March 25, 2015

When disapproving parents meet the irresistible force of teenage love, the outcome is homicidal leaving a family in tatters and the teens and their plus one on the run.

12. Rumors & the to-Do List

March 18, 2015

A teenager is having his first onset of schizophrenia when he decides that it is his mission to kill everyone in the world, starting with his best friend.

11. The One Percent & Why Not?

March 11, 2015

After being released on bail into his parents' custody, a 17-year-old takes out his anger on his own siblings; a 17-year-old's parents try to reform their son when his drug use spirals out of control.

10. Ready Set Action What Happens in Vegas

March 4, 2015

A beautiful young woman falls victim to two high school classmates, who film what they believe is their murderous path towards immortality.

9. Full Metal Jacket & Mommy Issues

February 25, 2015

Members of a family are found brutally shot to death with one surviving son and a routine car accident investigation leads to a twisted tale of teenage love and abuse.

8. Vampire & the Essay

February 18, 2015

When a group of outsiders head down to Florida to pickup a teenaged girl, her parents pay the ultimate price. Peace and love take a backseat to homicide in the story of Rainbow, the teenage son of a hippie mother and a criminal father.

7. Good vs Evil The Good Son

January 28, 2015

In Parker, Florida, when a 16-year-old boy goes missing, all signs point to homicide. Suspicion falls upon the boy's girlfriend, a rebellious teen.

6. Pop and Circumstance and Shell Shocked

January 21, 2015

Police discover six people murdered in two adjacent farmhouses on a 450-acre dairy farm; firemen respond to a fire in an abandoned building and make a gruesome discovery - the burned corpse of a 9-year-old neighborhood girl.

5. Southern Belle From Hell and My Best Friend's Girl

January 21, 2015

The tortured body of a female Job Corp student turns up on a university campus and police investigation reveals a satanic cult within the Job Corp ranks. Meanwhile, a young Texas man goes missing.

4. Crazy Love and Double Vision

January 14, 2015

In 1995, a teenage couple is on their way toward bright careers in the military. But their dreams of a future together end when an infidelity leads the lovers down a twisted path.

3. Assassin and the Matrix Kid

January 14, 2015

In a small Chicago suburb of Winnetka, a young married couple is found murdered execution-style inside of their new home.

2. Knight in Shining Armor and Are You Trying to Seduce Me?

December 17, 2014

The body of a father is discovered in a pool of blood and the police seek answers from the victim's daughter. Meanwhile, police sift through a tangled web of lies and manipulation to get to the bottom of a shooting.

1. Stand Out and It Runs in the Family

December 10, 2014

After a business owner is found shot and killed, the police hunt for the killer only to find that the true mastermind is a hometown hero. Police investigate the murder of a single father and in a bizarre twist his two teen boys become the prime suspects.

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Throughout the series, viewers were shown interviews with family members, law enforcement officials, and sometimes even the killers themselves. The show also included reenactments of the crimes, along with archival footage and police interviews.

One of the strengths of the show was its effort to balance sensational and emotional content with a more reflective and investigatory approach. While the show did not shy away from the disturbing nature of the crimes, it also attempted to humanize the young perpetrators and understand the factors that contributed to their violent behavior.

The show covered a range of cases, including a teenage boy who murdered his parents with a hammer, a young girl who conspired to kill her own mother, and a group of teenagers who abducted and murdered a young boy for thrills. Viewers were exposed to a variety of different circumstances that contributed to these crimes, from issues of mental illness to peer pressure and bullying.

The show was particularly effective in its use of dramatic reenactments, which helped to bring the stories to life and created a sense of urgency and intrigue. At times, the reenactments could be intense and violent, which may not be suitable for all viewers. However, they were always accompanied by contextual information and insights from experts in the field of criminology and psychology.

Throughout its run, Killer Kids was recognized for its thoughtful and nuanced approach to true crime storytelling. The show received critical acclaim for its efforts to avoid sensationalism and instead focus on understanding the root causes of these violent acts. As a result, it became a popular and compelling addition to the crowded field of true crime programming.

In summary, Killer Kids was a true crime show that explored the cases of children and teenagers who committed murder or attempted murder. Through a combination of reenactments, interviews, and expert analysis, the show aimed to shed light on the complex factors that contributed to these violent acts. While at times intense and unsettling, the show was praised for its thoughtful and investigative approach to the subject matter, making it a standout series in the true crime genre.