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The Hillside Strangler S1E3 — The Trial of the Century
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The Hillside Strangler•Season 1•Episode 3

The Trial of the Century

7.1/10 · 16 votesFeb 1, 2026

Ranked #1 of 4 in Season 1•+0.1 vs season avg

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Bianchi's insanity plea collapses, and he flips on cousin Angelo Buono to avoid the death penalty; but as the trial becomes a media circus, Bianchi's story keeps changing, forcing the district attorney to move to dismiss the case.

Directed byPeter LoGreco
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Episode Summary

"The Trial of the Century" is episode 3 of The Hillside Strangler season 1. It scored 7.1/10 from 16 votes, ranking #1 of 4 episodes this season (season average 7.0). Directed by Peter LoGreco, it aired on February 1, 2026.

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