Des
In 1983, Scottish serial killer Dennis Nilsen was arrested after the discovery of human remains which had blocked a drain near his London home.
Cast:David Tennant , Daniel Mays , Jason Watkins , Ron Cook , Barry Ward , Faye McKeever , Ben Bailey Smith , Bronagh Waugh , Jay Simpson , Alex Bhat , Joel Morris , Andy Jaye , Chanel Cresswell , Jonathan Coy , Oscar Salem , Cal MacAninch , Neil Edmond , Ross Anderson
S1.E1 ∙ Episode #1.1
On 9th February 1983, a grisly discovery alerts Hornsey Police to a serial killer, operating under their noses for years. DCI Peter Jay is stunned when meek Dennis 'Des' Nilsen freely admits to killing multiple men without knowing why.
S1.E2 ∙ Episode #1.2
As the investigation continues, bits and pieces fall into place. Des is interviewed in depth by a writer who is intent on penning a biography of the killer. DCI Peter Jay is frustrated by Scotland Yard's brass. The trial commences.
