American Experience S28E04 - The Perfect Crime

Episode Overview

In 1924, two privileged college students, Richard Leopold and Nathan Loeb, set out to prove their superior intellect by committing the perfect crime. They coldly murdered a 14-year-old boy, believing their wealth and cunning would shield them from consequences. Their shocking act of arrogance unraveled, revealing a chilling tale of hubris and brutality that captivated the nation.

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