Great Crimes and Trials of the Twentieth Century: Thrill Killers

• Genre: History
• Movie Type: Biography, Law & Crime
• Release Year: 1996
• Run Time: 52 minutes

Plot

As part of the Great Crimes and Trials of the 20th Century series, this video examines the crimes and subsequent trials of Leopold and Loeb and Leonard Lake and Charles Ng. Using archival news footage and expert testimony, the viewer is shown the details of how two bored and wealthy young men, Leopold and Loeb, attempted to liven up their days by planning and committing the kidnapping and murder of young Bobby Franks. Also explored is the bizarre case of Leonard Lake and Charles Ng, who were involved in a string of kidnappings, rapes and murders that left more than 25 people dead. Actor Robert Powell narrates. ~ Ed Atkinson, All Movie Guide

Cast

Robert Powell - Narrator