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Dark Angel

2016·ITV1·90 min·7.6/10
DramaCrimeHistory

The two-part drama, Dark Angel, from Line of Duty makers World Productions, is based on the extraordinary true story of the Victorian poisoner Mary Ann Cotton.Travelling around the North-east, she insinuates herself into unsuspecting families, marrying and creating new families of her own - before killing them, taking their money and moving on.

Status
Ended
Language
English
Premiered
October 31, 2016
Ended
November 7, 2016

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