Murder in New Hampshire: The Pamela Wojas Smart Story

Murder in New Hampshire: The Pamela Wojas Smart Story

Their sex games have no boundaries.

1991 · 100 min · ★ 5.1 · Crime, Drama, TV Movie

Pamela Smart knows exactly what she wants and is willing to do anything to get it. She is fed up with teaching, and her marriage offers little excitement. Looking for a way out she applies for a job at a local TV station. When her dreams of fame are dashed by rejection, she seduces 15-year-old Billy, one of her students. Pam challenges Billy to prove his love for her by getting rid of her husband. The stakes heat up with a huge insurance policy on her husband's life.

Directed by Joyce Chopra · Written by William Wood

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Helen Hunt Pamela Smart
Chad Allen William Flynn
Larry Drake Mark Sisti
Hank Stratton Greg Smart
Howard Hesseman Paul Maggioto
Ken Howard Bill Smart
Sean Bridgers Ralph Welch
Michael Learned Judy Smart
Riff Regan Cecelia Pierce
Richard K. Olsen Detective #1
J. Michael Hunter Detective #2

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