If you love TV dramas and you’re a true crime enthusiast, you won't want to miss Cold Cases Reopened, a new, must-watch series now airing on TRUE CRIME. The programme takes a deep dive into some of America’s most chilling mysteries, following detectives as they work to unravel decades-old cases and deliver long-awaited justice. Join the team as they journey from the crime scene to the courtroom, revealing how investigators have brought forgotten cases back to life. Showcasing the use of advanced forensic breakthroughs, newly uncovered leads and relentless investigative determination, this is one you won’t want to miss!
What is a cold case?
In the world of criminal investigations, a cold case is perhaps the greatest enigma. When 3 years have passed without new evidence, significant leads or breakthroughs, then a case is labelled a “cold case.” These cases, typically shrouded in mystery due to limited or missing information – no motive, known associates, or the victim’s backstory - can often remain unsolved for decades, leaving the families of the victims without closure. Cold Cases Reopened takes viewers into these haunted cases that baffled authorities for years, but then got a second chance at resolution through dedicated investigative work and scientific advancements.
What is Cold Cases Reopened about?
Cold Cases Reopened is an essential watch for anyone with an interest in true crime, offering an in-depth look into the relentless pursuit of justice in cases that seemed destined to remain unsolved.
Each episode brings together the expertise of seasoned detectives, the emotional stories of families, and the sharp insights of crime reporters. The result is a riveting narrative that is both informative and deeply human.
With the latest forensic technology and the unwavering determination of those who refuse to give up, the series uncovers new evidence and long-buried truths, reminding us that justice can be delayed but not denied. For those who crave real stories of resilience, investigation, and triumph, Cold Cases Reopened delivers another unforgettable, always intriguing, always true experience.
Cold Cases Reopened episodes
Each episode of Cold Cases Reopened delves into a unique investigation, weaving together perspectives from the victims’ families, seasoned crime reporters, and the detectives—both those who initially handled the case and those who worked on the case at the end.
Viewers are guided through every twist of the investigation, revisiting key locations and uncovering new insights through a blend of archival materials, including crime scene photos, family snapshots, police interview clips, and news coverage.
As with all TRUE CRIME original shows, it’s a completely immersive approach which allows viewers to experience the full journey of each case, from the first clues to the breakthrough and the final outcome.
This gripping series began on the 13th of November with the episode “A Deadly Addiction.” In Hamblen County, Tennessee, the opioid crisis has woven a dark tapestry of pain and desperation. It’s here that Michelle 'Mickey' Moore's life ended brutally in 2003. Her secluded log cabin, the nearby trees, and her quiet life were shattered by an unimaginable act of violence. The hunt for her killers spanned over a decade, and after countless hours of work, detectives finally linked Mickey’s tragic fate to a local couple, revealing the cruel intersection of addiction and crime.
At 10 PM tonight, 14th November, Cold Cases Reopened delves into the night when Jan Cornell's life changed forever on May 9th, 1990. After leaving her daughter, Robin, and her best friend, Lisa Story, at home for what seemed like an ordinary evening, Jan returned to find both had been murdered in their Cape Coral residence.
Despite the perpetrator leaving behind numerous clues, this case went cold for decades—until a routine DNA sample revealed a shocking truth, connecting the murders to Joseph Zieler, who had no prior connection to the victims before that fateful evening and was sentenced after just five hours of jury deliberation. This tragic story serves as a reminder that while justice may take time, the commitment to achieve it never wavers.
Later in the series, Cold Cases Reopened casts a microscopic lens on the disturbing case of ‘The Blythe Strangler.’ On August 30th, 1992, the decaying body of an unidentified woman is found on a California highway. Riverside County Sheriffs have nothing to go on – no leads, no witnesses and no apparent motive – so despite their best efforts, the case remained unsolved. Some years later, a letter to a reporter led to Keith Hunter Jesperson, a man with a twisted compulsion to confess his crimes. Known as 'The Blythe Strangler,' serial killer Jesperson’s dark confessions add a chilling new layer to a case that seemed impossible to solve. This episode uncovers how ego and a compulsion to relive the past became tools for justice.
Where can I watch Cold Cases Reopened?
Cold Cases Reopened airs on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10pm, until 28 November.
Find TRUE CRIME on Freeview (67), Sky (146), Sky Glass (155), Virgin (148) and Freesat (135). The programme will also be available to stream on WATCH FREE UK after the linear premiere and TRUE CRIME UK on ITVX.