Episode 1
Hello from the Gutters
In August 1977, the arrest of David Berkowitz ended New York City's wave of terror. But journalist Maury Terry believed there was more to the story.
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The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness
2021TV-MA1 season7.0 / 10
A closed case is only the beginning.
The Son of Sam case grew into a lifelong obsession for journalist Maury Terry, who became convinced that the murders were linked to a Satanic cult.
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Synopsis
The Son of Sam case grew into a lifelong obsession for journalist Maury Terry, who became convinced that the murders were linked to a Satanic cult.
Cast, crew and production details
About The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness
Cast
Maury TerrySelf (archive footage)
Paul GiamattiSelf - Narrator / Maury Terry (voice)
David BerkowitzSelf (archive footage)Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Miniseries
- Episodes
- 4
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
Netflix
RadicalMediaUnited States- Outpost Digital
- Elastic Productions
Gigantic StudiosUnited States
Themes
1970scultdevil worshipnew york cityserial killerson of samtrue crime
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Episode 2
Catch .44
While Berkowitz continues to dominate the news cycle, Maury pursues his theory about John Carr and uncovers a disturbing link to occult activity.
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Episode 3
The Ultimate Evil
New leads send Maury down a twisted path, investigating a web of cults. As a "satanic panic" grips the nation, he publishes a book.
Where to watch The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness
Episode 4
Rabbit Hole
In 1993, Maury interviews the elusive Berkowitz, who substantiates his theories about the cult. But his obsession with the case begins to take a toll.
Where to watch The Sons of Sam: A Descent into DarknessEpisode information updated Jul 22, 2026
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