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2021·1 season·4 eps·Netflix·★ 7.0
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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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How Good Is The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness?
Ratings across IMDb and TMDB, plus our verdict.
Consensus
7.0Well Received
Score Breakdown
★ TMDB6.9
★ IMDb7.0
The Verdict
Yes, Worth Watching
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