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Homicide Hunter: American Detective

2021-01-04 · 42 min / episode · ★ 8.0

Crime · Documentary

Joe Kenda trades in his own case files to bring viewers astounding investigations from across the country, with each episode featuring a different homicide detective whose tireless efforts helped put a killer behind bars and bring justice for the victim.

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