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American Experience S28E4 — The Perfect Crime
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The Perfect Crime

7.6/10 · 178 votesFeb 9, 201655 min

Ranked #5 of 8 in Season 28•−0.1 vs season avg

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The shocking story of Richard Leopold and Nathan Loeb, two wealthy college students who murdered a 14-year-old boy in 1924 to prove they were smart enough to get away with it.

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Episode Summary

"The Perfect Crime" is episode 4 of American Experience season 28. It scored 7.6/10 from 178 votes, ranking #5 of 8 episodes this season (season average 7.7). It aired on February 9, 2016.