Suitcase Killer: The Melanie McGuire Story
Synopsis
Based on a shocking true story, Melanie McGuire was an exceptional fertility nurse, married to her ex-Navy husband Bill and doting mother of two boys. When she falls for Brad, a doctor at her clinic, and gets entangled in a steamy love affair, Melanie does the unthinkable. After drugging and murdering Bill, she dismembers him and places the body parts into three suitcases, throwing them into Chesapeake Bay. But when the suitcases are found on the shores of Virginia Beach, an investigation is launched leading to Melanie as the prime suspect. Led by the efforts of assistant attorney general Patti Prezioso, authorities eventually bring Melanie to justice, who despite being convicted, continues to maintain her innocence.
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Suitcase Killer: The Melanie McGuire Story 2022 Trailer Lifetime YouTube | Mystery Movie
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-06-18
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Candice King
Melanie McGuire
Michael Roark
Bill McGuire
Jackson Hurst
Brad
Wendie Malick
Patti Prezioso
Tristan Laurence Perez
Joe Tacopina
Kevin Brown
Bailiff
Nikki Garza
Selene
Jerry O'Donnell
Stanyan
Jermaine Rivers
Pickell
Kenny Alfonso
Michael Cappararo
Cindy Hogan
Linda
Emily Dunlop
Cindy
Rico Ball
Larkin
William McKinney
Jon
Lindsey Shope
Susan
Laura Garrido
Daniela
Hayley O'Connor
Marci
Enya Flack
Alice
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nicole L. Thompson
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter O'Brien
- Original Score
- Kevin Lax
- Original Title
- Suitcase Killer: The Melanie McGuire Story
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Swirl Films, Lifetime
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nicole L. Thompson
Peter O'Brien
Kevin Lax
Jalani Riley
Jared Bentley
Department Leadership Roster
Nicole L. Thompson
Director
Peter O'Brien
Writer
Jalani Riley
Director of Photography
Jared Bentley
Editor
Kevin Lax
Original Music Composer
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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What is Suitcase Killer: The Melanie McGuire Story about?
Based on a shocking true story, Melanie McGuire was an exceptional fertility nurse, married to her ex-Navy husband Bill and doting mother of two boys. When she falls for Brad, a doctor at her clinic, and gets entangled in a steamy love affair, Melanie does the unthinkable. After drugging and murdering Bill, she dismembers him and places the body parts into three suitcases, throwing them into Chesapeake Bay. But when the suitcases are found on the shores of Virginia Beach, an investigation is launched leading to Melanie as the prime suspect. Led by the efforts of assistant attorney general Patti Prezioso, authorities eventually bring Melanie to justice, who despite being convicted, continues to maintain her innocence.
Who directed Suitcase Killer: The Melanie McGuire Story?
Suitcase Killer: The Melanie McGuire Story was directed by Nicole L. Thompson.
Who stars in Suitcase Killer: The Melanie McGuire Story?
The principal cast of Suitcase Killer: The Melanie McGuire Story includes Candice King, Michael Roark, Jackson Hurst, Wendie Malick, Tristan Laurence Perez.
When was Suitcase Killer: The Melanie McGuire Story released and how long is it?
Suitcase Killer: The Melanie McGuire Story was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for Suitcase Killer: The Melanie McGuire Story?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Suitcase Killer: The Melanie McGuire Story was composed by Kevin Lax.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Suitcase Killer: The Melanie McGuire Story?
Suitcase Killer: The Melanie McGuire Story holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).