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Happy Face Season 1 Episodes

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Inspired by a true-life story, Happy Face tells the story of Melissa Reed, daughter of Keith Jesperson, aka the Happy Face Killer. After decades of no contact, Keith forces his way back into his daughter’s life, and Melissa must find out if an innocent man is going to be put to death for a crime her father committed. In the process, she must face a reckoning of her own identity.

Season 1 Episode Guide

Season 1

8 Episodes 2025 - 2025

Episode 1

The Confession

Thu, Mar 20, 202558 mins

Hazel receives a strange birthday card that ultimately forces her mother, Melissa, to face the dark truth of her past. Series premiere.

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Episode 2

Killing Shame

Thu, Mar 20, 202547 mins

Melissa and Ivy travel to Texas to learn everything about Heather Richmond's murder. What they find there pushes Melissa to step into the light.

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Episode 3

Was It Worth It?

Thu, Mar 27, 202556 mins

Melissa navigates the highs and lows of going public with her story. The team question Elijah's innocence as Keith gets thrown into solitary.

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Episode 4

Controlled Burn

Thu, Apr 3, 202552 mins

Melissa reconnects with her brother and confronts her father, who finally offers a clue about the case. Hazel receives an unexpected invitation.

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Episode 5

Don't Dream

Thu, Apr 10, 202556 mins

Melissa creates an unlikely alliance when crucial evidence goes missing. Elijah weighs a plea deal. Hazel begins a secret correspondence.

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Episode 6

Lorelai

Thu, Apr 17, 202554 mins

Melissa and Ivy find unknown footage of Heather that changes everything. Elijah gets his day in court. Ben gets bad news. Joyce's secret is revealed.

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Episode 7

My Jesperson Girls

Tue, Mar 3, 202654 mins

Melissa faces a dark family secret that leads her back to Ash. Ben takes drastic measures to protect his family. The case takes yet another turn.

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Episode 8

The Star

Thu, May 1, 202555 mins

Melissa solves the case. Keith suffers an attack. Ben faces consequences for his actions. Series finale.

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