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The Investigation of Lucy Letby
Documentary · Crime · 2026
An engaging and thought-provoking look at Lucy Letby, the former nurse serving life in prison after being convicted of the murders of seven infants and the attempted murders of seven others.
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The Investigation of Lucy Letby
2026 Documentary · Crime 1h 35m
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6.5 / 10
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An engaging and thought-provoking look at Lucy Letby, the former nurse serving life in prison after being convicted of the murders of seven infants and the attempted murders of seven others.
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“Technique in search of a pulse.”
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