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As the evening approaches, viewers across the United Kingdom are gearing up for a spine-tingling television experience like no other. Tonight, at 22:00 CEST on ITV 1, “The Playboy Bunny Murder” will premiere its gripping first episode, delving into a series of gruesome, unsolved murders that plagued the streets of London during the 1970s. This two-part true crime series, hosted by journalist and filmmaker Marcel Theroux, promises to take audiences on a thrilling journey through the enigmatic world of 1970s Mayfair, unraveling the mysteries surrounding the deaths of young women in an era marked by wealth, glamour, and darkness.
“The Playboy Bunny Murder” is a brand new drama and crime/detective series, created for ITV. With a total of two episodes in its first season, this compelling show, produced by Soho Studios and Future Studios, is set to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.
The show’s first episode, aptly titled “The Playboy Bunny Murder,” starts this tantalizing journey into the past. It focuses on the tragic killing of Eve Stratford, a young woman who aspired to become a famous model and worked as a Bunny Girl at London’s infamous Playboy nightclub. However, this murder is only the tip of the iceberg in a series of brutal unsolved cases that plagued the London of yesteryears.
Marcel Theroux, who hosts and leads this investigation, has a personal connection to these events. Growing up in London during this dark era, the shocking murders had a profound impact on him. His deep-rooted fascination with these crimes has led him back to the streets he once walked, determined to unearth the truth behind the murders of Eve Stratford and her fellow victims, Lynda Farrow, a seasoned croupier in the nighttime London scene, and Lynne Weedon, a young schoolgirl with her entire life ahead of her.
“The Playboy Bunny Murder” offers viewers exclusive access to friends, colleagues, and relatives of the victims. These intimate insights provide a glimpse into the lives and personalities of the women whose lives were tragically cut short. The show incorporates archive material from the 1970s, resurrecting the atmosphere of Mayfair in that bygone era, and adding a layer of authenticity to the storytelling.
Marcel’s quest to shed light on who was responsible for these heinous crimes takes him on a journey back in time, where he explores police files, uncovers new breakthroughs, and even travels across the world to seek out key figures linked to the case. The truth has remained hidden for decades, but Marcel Theroux is determined to reveal it, no matter the cost.
This true crime series is commissioned for ITV by Jo Clinton-Davis, Controller of Factual, and promises to captivate audiences with its captivating blend of investigation, storytelling, and nostalgia for a bygone era of London.
“The Playboy Bunny Murder” is not just a murder mystery but a mesmerizing journey into the past, offering viewers a chance to immerse themselves in the secrets, scandals, and darkness that shrouded London’s high society during the 1970s. If you’re a fan of true crime dramas that provide a tantalizing mix of history, mystery, and suspense, then this series is a must-watch for you. Tune in today at 22:00 CEST on ITV 1 for the premiere of “The Playboy Bunny Murder.”
