The Atlanta Child Murders
Synopsis
The Atlanta murders of 1979–1981, sometimes called the Atlanta child murders, were a series of murders committed in Atlanta, Georgia, between July 1979 and May 1981. Over the two-year period, at least 28 children, adolescents, and adults were killed. Wayne Williams, an Atlanta native who was 23 years old at the time of the last murder, was arrested, tried, and convicted of two of the adult murders and sentenced to two consecutive life terms.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2001
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- —
- Screenplay & Story
- Mary Boylan
- Original Title
- The Atlanta Child Murders
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 45m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mary Boylan
Mary Boylan, Jonathan Towers
Department Leadership Roster
Mary Boylan
Producer
Mary Boylan
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Atlanta Child Murders
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What is The Atlanta Child Murders about?
The Atlanta murders of 1979–1981, sometimes called the Atlanta child murders, were a series of murders committed in Atlanta, Georgia, between July 1979 and May 1981. Over the two-year period, at least 28 children, adolescents, and adults were killed. Wayne Williams, an Atlanta native who was 23 years old at the time of the last murder, was arrested, tried, and convicted of two of the adult murders and sentenced to two consecutive life terms.
Who directed The Atlanta Child Murders?
The Atlanta Child Murders was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in The Atlanta Child Murders?
The principal cast of The Atlanta Child Murders includes Bill Kurtis, Wayne Williams, Camille Bell, Willie Mae Mathis, Bernard Headley.
When was The Atlanta Child Murders released and how long is it?
The Atlanta Child Murders was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 45m.