Des 2020
What is Des?
Des is a television series first released in 2020. Catalogued under Crime, Drama.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2020
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 3
- Runtime
- 48 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 14, 2020
- Last aired
- Sep 16, 2020
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- ITV1
- Genres
- Crime, Drama
- Updated
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 3 episodes and an average 48-minute runtime.
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Overview
Des is a television series first released in 2020. Catalogued under Crime, Drama. Status: Ended. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A chilling look at the fallout from encountering Britain’s notorious serial killer.”
- Insightful exploration of the killer’s impact on others
- Strong focus on personal and professional consequences
- Narrative through three distinct perspectives
- Intense subject matter may be unsettling
- Limited focus on the killer himself
Watch it if you’re interested in a character‑driven study of how a notorious murderer affects those around him.
The series is dark and unsettling, suited for mature audiences comfortable with true‑crime material.
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Frequently asked questions
What real-life case does the series depict?
It dramatizes the infamous UK criminal case of serial killer Dennis Nilsen.
Through whose perspectives is the story narrated?
The narrative is presented through the eyes of three different men who encountered Nilsen.
Does the series focus on the murders themselves?
It concentrates more on the personal and professional impact on those who came into contact with him rather than detailed depictions of the crimes.
Is the series based on true events?
Yes, it is rooted in the actual historical events surrounding Nilsen’s crimes.
What tone can viewers expect?
The show maintains a dark, psychological tone, examining the unsettling consequences of dealing with a serial killer.