The Preppy Murder: Death in Central Park
The Preppy Murder: Death in Central Park will expose evidence that was inadmissible in the trial and also examine the circumstances that made the story unfold the way it did: America's untamed ambition in the mid-1980s, the rarified lifestyle of New York's privileged prep school kids, sexism, elitism, an all-out tabloid media war that blamed the victim and an imperfect justice system.
- Metascore68
- 2019-2019
- 1 season
- SundanceTV
- Documentary, Suspense
- TV-14
The Preppy Murder: Death in Central Park will expose evidence that was inadmissible in the trial and also examine the circumstances that made the story unfold the way it did: America's untamed ambition in the mid-1980s, the rarified lifestyle of New York's privileged prep school kids, sexism, elitism, an all-out tabloid media war that blamed the victim and an imperfect justice system.
Season 1 Episode Guide
5 Episodes 2019
Episode 1
Woman Down in Central Park
Wed, Nov 13, 2019 43 mins
The NYPD identifies a dead girl in Central Park as Jennifer Levin. The search for her killer leads to her prep school friend Robert Chambers.
Episode 2
Rough Sex
Wed, Nov 13, 2019 43 mins
Robert confesses he killed Jennifer Levin accidentally during rough sex. His mother hires a high-profile attorney who says Jennifer was the aggressor.
Episode 3
Who Is Robert Chambers?
Thu, Nov 14, 2019 43 mins
Robert's "preppy" persona begins to crumble. When the Church steps in to support Robert, the Judge releases him on bail.
Episode 4
Blame the Victim
Thu, Nov 14, 2019 43 mins
The media jumps on the defense's strategy to make Jennifer seem fast and loose. The prosecution works to establish motive.
Episode 5
The Trial of the Decade
Fri, Nov 15, 2019 43 mins
Both sides present their cases. Jurors are mesmerized by Robert's charisma. Afraid Robert has charmed them, the prosecution offers a plea deal.
