American Nightmare
After a home invasion and abduction, a young couple's recounting of the events is too far fetched for the police to believe. Why did the victims seem so calm? Was it all a hoax? From the filmmakers behind The Tinder Swindler, this three-part docuseries unravels the consequences of our cultural rush to judgment, and the damage done when law enforcement decides the truth can’t possibly be true.
- Metascore76
- 2024-2024
- 1 season
- Netflix
- Documentary, Suspense
- TV-MA
After a home invasion and abduction, a young couple's recounting of the events is too far fetched for the police to believe. Why did the victims seem so calm? Was it all a hoax? From the filmmakers behind The Tinder Swindler, this three-part docuseries unravels the consequences of our cultural rush to judgment, and the damage done when law enforcement decides the truth can’t possibly be true.
Season 1 Episode Guide
3 Episodes 2024
Episode 1
Part One: The Boyfriend
Wed, Jan 17, 2024 46 mins
In 2015, California couple Aaron Quinn and Denise Huskins were attacked at home during the night. After Denise was kidnapped, Aaron became a suspect.
Episode 2
Part Two: Gone Girl
Wed, Jan 17, 2024 45 mins
Days later, Denise reappears seemingly unharmed and recalls the details of her terrifying abduction as doubts from authorities begin to swirl.
Episode 3
Part Three: The Others
Wed, Jan 17, 2024 43 mins
More attempted kidnappings lead detectives to a new - and unexpected - suspect. Aaron and Denise go head-to-head with the Vallejo Police Department.