On the Case with Paula Zahn
Emmy Award-winning Journalist Paula Zahn steps out of the studio and into the field to unravel criminal investigations, tracking the drama of each story featuring those closest to the case including lawyers, detectives, the victim's family and the convicted murderer, themselves.
- 2009-2026
- 29 seasons
- Discovery+
- Documentary, Suspense
- TV-14
Emmy Award-winning Journalist Paula Zahn steps out of the studio and into the field to unravel criminal investigations, tracking the drama of each story featuring those closest to the case including lawyers, detectives, the victim's family and the convicted murderer, themselves.
Season 1 Episode Guide
13 Episodes 2009 - 2010
Episode 1
Deadly Lessons
Sun, Oct 18, 2009 44 mins
The journalist investigates the case of Illinois teenager Ashley Reeves, who was attacked by teacher Samson Shelton in April 2006 after she tried to end their relationship and left for dead in woods with a broken neck.
Episode 2
A Murder in Pleasant Valley
Sun, Oct 25, 2009 44 mins
After a mother is gunned down in a church parking lot, police uncover a tangled web of adultery, deception and corruption that ultimately led to her murder.
Episode 3
Honeymoon Hit
Sun, Nov 1, 2009 44 mins
When a beautiful young woman is murdered in her own home, police use high tech equipment and old fashioned police work to bring an unlikely killer to justice.
Episode 4
Hit or Miss
Sun, Nov 8, 2009 44 mins
An investigation into a deadly case of mistaken identity reveals a secret love triangle and an underworld web of intrigue.
Episode 5
Date with Death
Sun, Nov 15, 2009 44 mins
A woman meets a younger man at a night spot and survives his brutal attack. It triggers a series of investigations and leads to the discovery that a serial killer might be on the loose.
Episode 6
Death in the Desert
Sun, Nov 22, 2009 44 mins
Legendary Las Vegas casino owner Ted Binion dies under mysterious circumstances. Was it murder or just an accidental drug overdose?
Episode 7
Love You to Death
Sun, Nov 29, 2009 44 mins
A husband catches his wife having an affair with a mysterious lover, but just after she ends the affair she winds up dead and police must figure out if it is a tragic accident or murder.
Episode 8
Millionaire Murder
Sun, Dec 6, 2009 44 mins
A media mogul calls 911 and says he's been gravely wounded, but has no idea what happened. Police investigate and discover he's been shot. The investigation leads to a shocking motive and sensational trial.
Episode 9
Last Stop Murder
Sun, Dec 13, 2009 44 mins
A beautiful and talented woman's charred remains are found in a parking lot. Police race against the clock to discover the killer's identity before he gets away with murder. A minute by minute account of the investigation.
Episode 10
Out of the Ashes
Sun, Dec 20, 2009 44 mins
A man is convicted of a murder he says he did not commit. Can he prove he was framed from behind bars?
Episode 11
Murder at Echo Lake
Sun, Jan 3, 2010 44 mins
A successful lawyer calls 911 reporting that both he and his wife have been shot after being forced off the highway by an unknown assailant. Police investigate and unravel a shocking mystery.
Episode 12
Newlywed Murders
Sun, Jan 10, 2010 44 mins
Two men are convicted of murdering a newlywed couple. One faces the death penalty. Did they really do it or were they victims of small town corruption?
Episode 13
The Boy Next Door
Sun, Jan 17, 2010 43 mins
A teenager is discovered murdered on the weekend of the Daytona 500 Race. One year later, police are called to a nearly identical crime scene.
