Sep 15, 2024 · 46m
This episode introduces Dena Thompson and her early tactics of fraud. It covers how she manipulated the men in her life, luring them into her web of lies.
Black Widow
Follows the decade-long police investigation into one of Britain’s most dangerous female murderers. Over 20 years, Dena Thompson who was known as ‘The Black Widow’, carried out a sustained campaign of fraud, deception, bigamy and murder. Using Lonely Hearts columns to lure a succession of husbands and dozens of lovers into her life, she was able to coerce them into giving up their life’s savings, their homes, their families and their freedom based on her bizarre but convincing stories.
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Sep 15, 2024 · 46m
The second episode delves into Thompson’s bigamous marriages, exploring how she used these relationships to defraud her victims and build her criminal empire.
Sep 15, 2024 · 46m
The final episode chronicles the decade-long police investigation that ultimately led to Dena Thompson’s arrest and conviction. It reveals the challenges faced by law enforcement in catching such a skilled manipulator.
Season 1 FAQ
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When did Black Widow Season 1 premiere?
Black Widow Season 1 premiered on September 15, 2024.
How many episodes are in Black Widow Season 1?
Black Widow Season 1 has 3 episodes.
What is the first episode of Black Widow Season 1?
The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "Episode 1: The Deception Begins". It aired on September 15, 2024.
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