A Death in California

A Death in California

Limited Series 1985 · 2 eps · ★ 6.2 · Drama

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A Beverly Hills socialite embarks on a love/hate relationship with a psychotic businessman who murdered her fiance and then raped and terrorized her which leads to a bizarre trial.

Directed by Delbert Mann · Written by Joan Barthel

Network: ABC

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