Prime Video has acquired several true crime documentaries from Sphere Abacus

Prime Video has acquired a number of compelling and independently produced true crime documentaries from UK-based distributor Sphere Abacus. All ten titles will be available on Prime Video in the UK & Ireland.The deal, brokered by Sphere Abacus’ Head of Acquisitions Will Stapley, comprises six titles from Woodcut Media: "The Murder of Joanna Yeates," which launches on 22 April (1 x 90’); "The Crossbow Cannibal" (1 x 90’); "Krays: London’s Gangsters" (2 x 45’); "Murder in Concrete" (2 x 45’); "Confessions of a Female Serial Killer" (1 x 90’) and "Murdered or Missing?" (2 x 45’).

Also included in the Prime Video package is Yeti Television’s "Surviving the Tunisia Beach Attack" (1 x 90’), Wag Entertainment’s "Murderer Behind the Mask" (2 x 45’) and Middlechild Productions’ "The Facebook Honeytrap: Catching a Killer" (1 x 90’), as well as the recently announced "The Wimbledon Killer" (2 x 60’) from Blink Films.

Sphere Abacus’ Head of Acquisitions Will Stapley highlighted the quality of the slate: “We are extremely proud of the relationships we have built with a wide group of indies throughout the world. The producers included in this significant deal are best in class and we are sure that these diverse, high-quality true crime titles will strongly appeal to Prime Video subscribers," commented. Now, let's take a closer look at each of the titles.

First, "The Murder of Joanna Yeates" (launching on 22nd April) – Found murdered on Christmas Day 2010, Joanna’s case became a media storm and a national obsession. This case highlights the dangers of a media frenzy getting out of control, as it put media coverage in the spotlight when an innocent man was accused of murder and put on trial by the tabloids.

Meanwhile, we have "The Crossbow Cannibal" – Profiling the story of Stephen Griffiths, who created his own deadly persona in the hope of following in the footsteps of his idol, serial killer Peter Sutcliffe. Fifteen years since the ‘Crossbow Cannibal’ was arrested, this documentary takes a deep dive into one of the most gruesome cases in British criminal history, exploring the making of a murderer who drew inspiration from other serial killers.

Next, "Krays: London’s Gangsters" – In the heart of London’s East End, twin brothers Reggie and Ronnie Kray built a criminal empire that made them legends of Britain’s underworld. This documentary offers a fresh perspective on the lives of these infamous brothers, featuring never-before-heard audio tapes recorded by Reggie to Ronnie while both were imprisoned. These intimate recordings shed light on the deep and complex twin relationship that shaped their lives, revealing the complex men behind the myth.

Moreover, "Murder in Concrete" – When a French-speaking man contacts local police and confesses to killing his housemate several years earlier, two lead detectives set out to discover the truth. The early discovery of a body buried in a concrete tomb in a seemingly ordinary neighborhood triggers an investigation that uncovers a shocking and bizarre chain of events, leading to three trials in order to bring the killers to justice.

Furthermore, "Confessions of a Female Serial Killer" – Joanne Dennehy began her murderous spree in March 2013, stabbing to death three men she knew within a 10-day period. A few days later, on the run and thirsty for more, Dennehy chose two more victims at random, stabbing them within 15 minutes of each other. Miraculously, both survived. This documentary explores what led Dennehy to become a serial killer and why society finds it harder to accept that a woman can commit such heinous crimes more than any man.

In addition, "Murdered or Missing?" – Three ruthless killers wiped out three generations of the same family, including an eight-week-old baby and a 51-year-old grandmother, to steal a successful business and launder drug money. Initially a case of multiple missing persons, the criminal masterminds behind the plan concocted a web of lies to cover up their brutality. A two-year Metropolitan Police investigation uncovered one of the UK’s most shocking crimes and led to one of the longest murder trials in English history.

Additionally, "Surviving the Tunisia Beach Attack" – The definitive account of the 2015 massacre, told through the eyewitness testimony of British survivors. Ten years on, survivors piece together a moment-by-moment account of what happened when a lone gunman carried out a mass shooting, claiming 38 lives in less than 40 minutes. This remains the biggest loss of British life to terrorism since the London bombings of 2005.

Also, "Murderer Behind the Mask" – When a vulnerable woman goes missing in the Dublin Mountains, police assume she has committed suicide. However, a chance discovery by a group of fishermen kickstarts a fascinating murder investigation that leads to a very surprising suspect. Graham Dwyer, a successful architect and happily married father of two, is revealed to be leading a double life of twisted kinks and violent fetishes. Despite his best efforts to cover his tracks, painstaking detective work unmasks the killer and puts him behind bars.

"The Facebook Honeytrap: Catching a Killer" – When British expat Christine Robinson was brutally raped and murdered at her lodge in South Africa, the life of her doting niece was changed forever. Despite suffering from debilitating asthma, Lehanne realized it was up to her to hunt the killer down. Unable to travel to South Africa, she turned to Facebook, where she found the suspect, created a fake profile, set a honeytrap, and began a romantic online relationship with her Auntie’s killer.

Lastly, "The Wimbledon Killer" – More than thirty years after the tragic murder of Rachel Nickell, who was stabbed to death in broad daylight on Wimbledon Common, police detectives reveal how her killer managed to evade capture for so long. Hiding in plain sight for sixteen years, how many rapes, attacks, and other murders was the schizophrenic killer responsible for during that time? This documentary uncovers how new forensic techniques and a chance discovery finally led to the capture of this vicious murderer.