Measuring Evil: Britain's Worst Killers

Measuring Evil: Britain's Worst Killers (2015)

EndedDocumentary showCrime

Behind bars in Britain are some of the most dangerous people the country has ever known. Killers—men and women—who have killed and killed again to satisfy their own dark desires, often targeting the most vulnerable members of our society. But who is the worst of the worst? Can we create an index of evil? Criminologist, Professor David Wilson, has developed a unique system that he believes can Measure Evil, and by doing so, countdown to reveal just who is the most dangerous killer alive in Britain today only on Measuring Evil: Britain's Worst Killers.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E03Episode 3Nov. 15, 2015
S01E02Episode 2Nov. 8, 2015
S01E01Episode 1Nov. 1, 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Measuring Evil: Britain's Worst Killers premiere?

Measuring Evil: Britain's Worst Killers first premiered on October 5th, 2015.

What was the genre of Measuring Evil: Britain's Worst Killers?

Measuring Evil: Britain's Worst Killers was a documentary crime series.

Who presented Measuring Evil: Britain's Worst Killers?

Measuring Evil: Britain's Worst Killers was presented by criminologist Professor David Wilson.

How many episodes were in the first season of Measuring Evil: Britain's Worst Killers?

The first season of Measuring Evil: Britain's Worst Killers consisted of 3 episodes.

What was the focus of Measuring Evil: Britain's Worst Killers?

Measuring Evil: Britain's Worst Killers focused on the crimes committed by some of Britain's most notorious serial killers.

What was the premise of the show?

The premise of Measuring Evil: Britain's Worst Killers was to examine the psychology and motivations behind the crimes of Britain's most notorious murderers.

Who was the youngest killer featured on the show?

One of the youngest killers featured on Measuring Evil: Britain's Worst Killers was Mary Bell, who was convicted of killing two children at the age of 11.

Who was the most infamous killer covered on the show?

The most infamous killer covered on Measuring Evil: Britain's Worst Killers was Harold Frederick Shipman, a doctor who was convicted of murdering at least 215 of his patients in Manchester.

What was the episode about Peter Sutcliffe titled?

The episode about Peter Sutcliffe on Measuring Evil: Britain's Worst Killers was titled 'The Yorkshire Ripper'.

Who was Dennis Nilsen?

Dennis Nilsen was a Scottish serial killer who murdered at least 12 young men between 1978 and 1983 in London. He was featured on Measuring Evil: Britain's Worst Killers.

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