Synopsis

Does a formula exist for creating a serial killer? Can we explain why someone would perpetrate such appalling acts? For generations, science has largely shied away from the notion of inherent evil – until now. Researchers are beginning to unravel the complexities of violence, investigating the interplay of innate tendencies and environmental influences. Drawing on disturbing examples of brutal crimes, "The Science of Murder" explores whether killers are shaped by traumatic upbringing or if some