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Lifetime’s Halloween Celebration: 7 Original Thrillers to Watch
This Halloween season, Lifetime is set to thrill viewers with “Truly Unbelievable Movies,” a special event featuring a lineup of seven new original films starring top talent. These films, produced earlier this year, promise to deliver suspense and intrigue that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats. Among these seven movies is Lifetime’s milestone 500th original film, “Murdaugh Murders: The Movie,” a gripping two-night event.
The event officially kicked off on September 17, and audiences can look forward to new original movies premiering on Saturdays at 8 p.m. (7 p.m. Central Time) from now until October 28, 2023.
Here’s a closer look at the “Truly Unbelievable Movies” lineup:
1. “How She Caught a Killer” – Premiered on September 16
– A rookie detective, Linda Murphy (Sarah Drew), partners with FBI agent Neil Carter (Jamall Johnson) to go undercover and solve a series of murders targeting sex workers. The film is inspired by real events.
2. “Stolen Baby: The Murder of Heidi Broussard” – Premiered on September 23
– Based on a true story, this film explores the disappearance of Heidi Broussard and the suspicions surrounding her friend Magen (Emily Osment).
3. “Amish Stud: The Eli Weaver Story” – Premiered on September 30
– A tale of forbidden desires in an Amish community, where Eli Weaver (Luke Macfarlane) leads a secret life that takes a dark turn. Inspired by real events.
4. “Buying Back My Daughter” – Premiering on October 7
– Dana (Meagan Good) and Curtis (Roger Cross) embark on a harrowing journey to rescue their missing daughter, Alicia (Faith Wright), who has fallen victim to human trafficking.
5. “Murdaugh Murders: The Movie” – Premiering on October 14 & 15 (Lifetime’s Milestone 500th Original Movie)
– This two-part, four-hour movie delves into the twisted true story of Alex Murdaugh (Bill Pullman), a prominent lawyer whose secrets lead to a shocking double homicide.
6. “Bad Romance: The Vicky White Story” – Premiering on October 21
– Vicky White (Wendi McLendon-Covey), a prison corrections officer, takes desperate measures when she becomes infatuated with an inmate. She breaks him out of jail, setting off a dramatic pursuit.
7. “Would You Kill for Me? The Mary Bailey Story” – Premiering on October 28
– This film explores the volatile relationships between three generations of women, marked by abuse, betrayal, and a dark secret. Told from three perspectives, it’s a gripping family drama based on real-life experiences.
“Would You Kill for Me? The Mary Bailey Story” draws inspiration from the life of Mary Elizabeth Bailey, author of “My Mother’s Soldier,” recounting her harrowing experiences at a young age.
Don’t miss out on these thrilling and suspenseful movies as Lifetime brings you the “Truly Unbelievable Movies” event this Halloween season.