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Helter Skelter

Chilling story of the investigation and trial of Charles Manson, leader of a strange cult which under his direction and 'control' committed numerous murders.

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Cast & Crew See All

George DiCenzo
Vincent Bugliosi
Steve Railsback
Charles Manson
Nancy Wolfe
Susan Atkins

Season 1 Episode Guide See All

Episode 1

Part I

Thu, Apr 1, 1976

Actress Sharon Tate and seven other innocent victims have been savagely and senselessly murdered in Los Angeles in 1969. Evidence gradually points to a commune of freeloading hippies disturbingly devoted to an extreme ex-convict.

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Awards

  • 1977 - Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Achievement in Music Composition for a Special (Dramatic Underscore) - nominated
  • 1977 - Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Directing in a Special Program - Drama or Comedy - nominated
  • 1977 - Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Film Editing for a Special - nominated
  • 1977 - Edgar - Best Television Feature or Miniseries - winner

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