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The Friday the 13th Murders

The Friday the 13th Murders

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The Friday the 13th Murders

"Some legends are all too real"

2025- 2025

1 Seasons

6 Episodes

8.5(15 votes)

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Crime

Documentary

Overview

Explores real killings that unfold on or around the infamous date, revealing how Friday the 13th transforms from superstition into a real-life horror story.

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