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Dr. Phil analyzes how a fake job ad, rural isolation, and psychological control turned the Kayla Brown case into a nightmare.
Dr. Phil confronts Michael Peterson face-to-face, analyzing his story, contradictions, credibility, and the psychological red flags at the center of The Staircase.
Dr. Phil analyzes the eerie parallels between the deaths of Kathleen Peterson and Elizabeth Ratliff, breaking down the behavioral patterns, motive questions, hidden relationships, and the disturbing coincidence that turned The Staircase from a single
Dr. Phil analyzes the shocking death of Kathleen Peterson, the blood-soaked staircase scene, Michael Peterson’s evolving story, and the secrets, motives, and credibility questions at the center of The Staircase murder case.
Vanished in Panama Part 3: Dr. Phil analyzes the witnesses who warned them, the dog that returned alone, the search teams who swear they should’ve been found, and the evidence chain that raises new red flags.
Vanished in Panama Part 2: emergency calls, a backpack found deep in the jungle, chilling “night photos,” and the missing image that keeps this case alive.
Vanished in Panama Part 1: Dr. Phil reconstructs the last known hours on El Pianista, then reveals the early “digital distress” that proves trouble started fast and didn’t end that day.
Part 4: Drew Peterson’s former defense attorney breaks down the media circus, the “bonehead” trial move that flipped jurors, and why Stacy’s family may never get answers.
Part 3: Inside Drew Peterson’s trial: “Drew’s Law,” chilling hearsay, and a jury verdict in Kathleen Savio’s death… while the question that matters most still hangs: Where is Stacy?
Part 2: Kathleen Savio feared her cop husband. After 18 domestic calls, she’s found dead in a dry tub—then exhumed, reclassified homicide, and the pattern clicks.
Stacy Peterson vanishes and her cop husband says she ran off. Dr. Phil breaks down the 24-hour delay, the control, and the past that won’t stay buried.
Contradictions. False timelines. And people who knew Amy was missing before anyone should have known. In Episode 4, Dr. Phil and Amy Bradley’s brother expose statements that don’t add up and why the truth may have been hidden in plain sight.
In Part Three of Amy Bradley: Vanished at Sea, Dr. Phil sits down with Amy’s younger brother, Brad Bradley, the last person to see her alive, for a deeply personal examination of what really happened in the final hours before she disappeared.
New witnesses. New clues. And a chilling revelation: Amy Bradley may have walked off the ship alive.
In part 1 of "Amy Bradley: Vanished At Sea | Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil," a 23-year-old NCAA athlete vanishes from a cruise ship at dawn without her shoes, ID, or a single reason to disappear. Dr. Phil reopens the haunting case of Amy B
Dr. Phil breaks down the Philadelphia Medical Examiner's new 32-page report that again rules Ellen Greenberg's death a suicide—despite 23 stab wounds, including several to the back of her head and neck.
Dr. Phil and NYPD Chief John Chell dissect the final clues, missteps, and forensic red flags that could finally reveal what happened to Maura Murray.
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Two decades after Maura Murray vanished, Dr. Phil uncovers the secrets, silence, and shattered leads that have kept this case frozen in mystery and exposes why accountability may be the key to finding the truth.
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Dr. Phil unpacks new theories, forensic clues, and human behavior behind one of America's most haunting cold cases, the mystery of Maura Murray's disappearance.
A gifted college student vanishes on a snowy New Hampshire road. Dr. Phil unravels the haunting mystery of what happened to Maura Murray.
The shocking courtroom finale: Dr. Phil dissects Alec Murdaugh's trial, lies, and life sentence, the collapse of a dynasty built on power, privilege, and deception.
A staged suicide, stolen millions, and a trail of lies, Dr. Phil uncovers how Alec Murdaugh's empire collapsed under the weight of deception and greed.
The rise of the powerful Murdaugh family dynasty and the cracks beneath the surface that would lead to scandal, suspicion, and murder.
After two trials, weeks of testimony, and a nation divided, Karen Read's fate is decided. Dr. Phil breaks down the verdict that shook Boston and beyond.
The prosecution says Karen Read ran over John O'Keefe. The defense says she was framed. Dr. Phil analyzes the explosive retrial and the theories that divided a jury.
A Boston police officer is found dead in the snow, and suspicion falls on his girlfriend Karen Read sparking a trial that divides a community and captivates the nation.
As new victims emerge and trial strategies clash, Dr. Phil explores the lasting trauma, evolving M.O., and dark psychology behind the Gilgo Beach murders.
The bodies were just the beginning. In Part 3 of the Gilgo Beach investigation, Dr. Phil div
A pizza crust, burner phones, and a double life exposed. Dr. Phil unpacks how investigators tracked the alleged Gilgo Beach killer hiding in plain sight.
For over a decade, the Gilgo Beach murders haunted Long Island. Then, one discarded pizza box
A missing woman, a chilling 911 call, and four bodies buried in burlap. Dr. Phil investigates how the Gilgo Beach murders began and why no one listened until it was too late.
Gilgo Beach was supposed to be a summer escape but it hid a nightmare. Whe
As the trial date shifts again, Dr. Phil breaks down the psychology of the suspect and the defense's strategy in one of the most chilling murder cases in recent memory.
What's taking so long? In Episode 3, Dr. Phil examines why Bryan Kohberger's tri
Dr. Phil breaks down the evidence, psychology, and behavioral red flags that led to Bryan Kohberger's arrest in the brutal murders of four Idaho students.
What kind of mind tries to outsmart a murder investigation while studying criminology? In Epis
A quiet college town shattered by horror. Dr. Phil unpacks the first hours, first clues, and first cracks in the case that gripped the nation.
Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin were brutally murdered in their off-campu
Freedom came with a price. In the final episode, Dr. Phil explores what happened after the escape—how Michelle Knight emerged from the shadows with no home, no family, and serious health issues. With support, she fought to reclaim her future—writing
In part 3, Ariel Castro tightens his grip on control after bringing a third victim into his home. As the dynamic between the captives shifts, so does the level of psychological warfare. Michelle Knight describes how Castro used manipulation, fear, an
In Part 2 of Inside the Cleveland Kidnapping, Dr. Phil walks you through how Ariel Castro tortured Michelle Knight with chains, threats, and psychological warfare. Michelle describes how she read his moods, played along, and used her instincts to sta
Dr. Phil pulls you straight into the Cleveland kidnapping case. Michelle Knight recounts the day she vanished—when a familiar face and the promise of puppies turned into 11 years of torment. Dr. Phil dissects Ariel Castro's twisted mind, showing how
In the final episode of this haunting series, Dr. Phil breaks down the pieces of a case that just won't rest: the 2011 death of Ellen Greenberg. Though it was ruled a suicide, Ellen's parents have spent over a decade challenging that conclusion—and t
Ellen Greenberg's fiancé found her dead in their apartment with multiple stab wounds, yet investigators called it suicide. Dr. Phil uncovers troubling inconsistencies—the broken lock, missing evidence, and a sudden reversal in the medical examiner's
Ellen Greenberg's death was ruled a suicide—but does the evidence tell a different story? In this episode, Dr. Phil takes a hard look at the timeline leading up to Ellen's final moments, revealing details that raise serious questions.
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Amy Carlson, the self-proclaimed "Mother God," spent years convincing followers that she was a divine being preparing for ascension. But when her health deteriorated—suffering from anorexia, alcohol abuse, and alarming physical decline—her devoted fo
Amy Carlson—better known as "Mother God"—appeared on "Dr. Phil" in 2020, about a year before her shocking and tragic end. She claimed to be a 19-billion-year-old divine being with the power to cure diseases. In reality, she was a cult leader who mani
Amy Carlson, better known as "Mother God," started as a spiritually curious mom but became the leader of a notorious cult built on sleep deprivation, forced labor, and financial exploitation. She claimed to be Marilyn Monroe, Joan of Arc, and even Je
Ted Bundy fooled the world. He wasn't just a predator—he was an illusion, slipping seamlessly between his public charm and private horrors. In this gripping final chapter of the three-part series, Escaping Ted Bundy: A Survivor Unlocks the Mind of a
Part 2: Last week, all signs pointed to Rhonda dying on that picnic table in a secluded Utah canyon. After his brutal attack, Ted Bundy was certain she was either dead or too weak to run. But he was about to learn the hard way—he should never have lo
In the premiere episode of "Escaping Ted Bundy: A Survivor Unlocks the Mind of a Monster" Dr. Phil delves into the harrowing story of Rhonda Stapley, who came face-to-face with one of history's most infamous serial killers—Ted Bundy. Through firsthan
Dr. Phil unravels the devastating case of Gabby Petito, shedding light on the hidden dangers of abusive relationships. He explores the emotional, psychological, and physical aspects of abuse and why victims often struggle to leave.
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Dr. Phil dives deep into the chilling case of Gabby Petito in this gripping three-part series. From bodycam footage to exclusive interviews with Gabby's family, the show unravels the tragic events leading to her death and the missed signs of abuse th
Dr. Phil exclusive interview with Park Ranger Ryan Kral. One of the officers present at the highly criticized Gabby Petito traffic stop breaks his silence to Dr. Phil. Thank you to our sponsors: Tax Network USA: Call 1-800-958-1000 or visit https://T
Dr. Phil examines the heartbreaking case of Gabby Petito, whose life was tragically cut short by her boyfriend Brian Laundrie. How could a pair, living so-called perfect lives, be hiding such dark secrets? In this episode, we get to know Gabby while
On "Murder and Mystery, Analysis by Dr. Phil," we've been covering the Sherri Papini kidnapping hoax. Today we are dropping you a bonus episode of "Supermom Missing". Dr. Phil speaks with Retired Captain Pat Kropholler of the Shasta County Sheriff's
After disappearing for three weeks, Sherri Papini, a mother of two from Redding, California returned home battered, beaten, and chained, claiming she had been tortured by two mysterious female kidnappers.
On the conclusion of the Supermom Missing: M
Sherri Papini Caught in lies? 'Supermom Missing: Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil', Part 4: Sherri Papini, a mother of two from Redding, California, disappeared on November 2, 2016 while out jogging about a mile from her home. After missing f
Redding, California mother of two, Sherri Papini, disappeared on November 2, 2016, while out jogging about a mile from her home. Showing up three weeks later, Papini claimed she'd been abducted and threatened with human trafficking. Did investigators
Sherri Papini, a mother of two from Redding, California, disappeared on November 2, 2016, while out jogging about a mile from her home. Was she taken against her will?
In part two of Dr. Phil's true crime podcast, Supermom Missing: Mystery and Murde
How does someone go missing in broad daylight, without a trace? On the season premiere of his true crime podcast, Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil, Dr. Phil examines the sudden disappearance of Sherri Papini, a mother of two from Redding Cali
Just when it seemed like the disappearance of Erica Parsons would become another cold case, there was a major break. Someone was about to tell detectives the truth about where Erica was -- and pay the price for what they had done. See omnystudio.com/
EP3: Hear the shocking results of Erica's adoptive parents' polygraph tests. And, the truth is exposed about what life was like for Erica in the Parsons' household – next "Little Girl Lost: The Case of Erica Parsons," 'Mystery and Murder: Analysis By
More of Casey and Sandy's shocking deeds come to light. And, a woman is about to come forward with an allegation of a stolen child. Will Erica Parsons ever be found? Next, Little Girl Lost: The Case of Erica Parsons. See omnystudio.com/policies/liste
On Little Girl Lost: The Case of Erica Parsons, "Murder and Mystery: Analysis by Dr. Phil," Dr. Phil explores the story of a child the world had forgotten. Her aunt and uncle claimed she was living with her grandmother -- but that woman didn't exist.
Dr. Martin McNeill was in prison for attempting to steal his own daughter's identity for his mistress, Gypsy, when the investigation into his wife, Michele's, 2007 death by drowning was reopened by authorities in Utah. In the conclusion of the podcas
In episode three, we're diving deeper into our analysis on Martin MacNeill. We're looking at Martin's manipulation tactics, fraudulent documents, and the trauma caused by his abandonment. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
In episode 2 of "Devious Doctor: The Life and Lies of Dr. Martin MacNeill," "Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil," the mistress, Gypsy Willis, speaks out. Hear what she has to say about MacNeill – and their affair. See omnystudio.com/policies/li
When Gypsy Willis met Dr. Martin MacNeill, she never dreamed their affair would turn into a nightmare filled with lies and murder. "Devious Doctor: The Life and Lies of Dr. Martin MacNeill," is a new series from "Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. P
In the final episode of 'A Mother's Secret: The Lori Vallow Story,' Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil, hear about what happened during Lori's monumental court hearing – and what the Dr. Phil team witnessed that shocked them. See omnystudio.com
The third episode: Months after their mother's arrest, Tylee Ryan, 17, and her 7-year-old brother, Joshua "JJ" Vallow, are still missing. Dr. Phil explores unanswered questions surrounding the children's disappearance in part three of his podcast, "A
In episode two of A Mother's Secret – The Lori Vallow Story, Dr. Phil hears from the grandparents of the missing children and analyzes the signs of pathological liars, parents who allegedly kill, and the importance of autopsies. See omnystudio.com/po
Dr. Phil looks into the September 2019 disappearance of Tylee Ryan, 17, and 7-year-old brother, Joshua "JJ" Vallow, and what their mother, Lori Vallow and her new husband, Chad Daybell, might know in part one of his podcast: "A Mother's Secret: The L
In the series finale of "The Fall of a Hero: From Football to Murder, The Aaron Hernandez Story," "Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil," hear about Hernandez's tragic final days before his life came to a horrific end. See omnystudio.com/policies
After being convicted of murder, Aaron Hernandez was about to be charged with another deadly crime that would reveal his alleged lifestyle -- Episode 3 of The Fall of a Hero: From Football to Murder, The Aaron Hernandez Story, "Analysis by Dr. Phil."
In a episode two of his podcast series The Fall of a Hero: From Football to Murder, The Aaron Hernandez Story, "Mystery And Murder: Analysis By Dr. Phil," Dr. Phil looks into the 2013 trial of Aaron Hernandez who was charged with killing the boyfrien
Episode 1: Aaron Hernandez seemed to have it all: a $40 million football contract, a mansion outside of Boston and a beautiful fiancée and daughter. Then, in 2013, the NFL superstar was arrested and accused of not one, but three murders. In The Fall
Houston police say without Mark Castellano's full confession, they had nothing to keep him in custody and may never have found the body of his ex-girlfriend, Michelle Warner. This is the final episode of Dr. Phil's true crime podcast, "Twisted Love:
Episode 4 of the podcast "Twisted Love: Bringing A Murderer To Justice," Mystery And Murder: Analysis By Dr. Phil, Mark Castellano's trial begins after he confesses to killing his ex, Michelle Warner. Michelle's family honors her memory. See omnystud
Michelle Warner, a mother of two, disappeared without a trace in 2012 after arguing with her live-in ex-boyfriend, Mark Castellano. When Dr. Phil interviewed Castellano, he denied knowing what happened to his ex. On this week's "Twisted Love: Bringin
In 2012, mother of two, Michelle Warner, vanished without a trace after arguing with her live-in ex-boyfriend, Mark Castellano. Authorities say that Castellano exhibited bizarre behavior just after Michelle's disappearance, claiming that Warner had a
Although Erin's already revealed more to Dr. Phil than she's admitted to anyone else before, a lot of questions remain unanswered. Plus, hear from Erin's father, Terry, who suffered multiple gunshot wounds but managed to escape the attack and was the
In episode 3 of A Family Slaughtered for Teen Love, Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil, the intruders claim Erin was the mastermind behind the attack. However, Erin insists she was the victim. Erin Caffey is now serving two life sentences plus
Less than 24 hours after the murders… Charles Waid, Bobbi Johnson, Charlie Wilkinson, and Erin Caffey were all in custody…all charged with capital murder. "I intended to kill them because I thought I was in love," Charlie Wilkinson said during his in
Intruders killed three members of the Caffey family in a brutal assault. Terry, the father, barely survived and his daughter Erin was believed to be kidnapped. One of those intruders was Charlie Wilkinson, Erin's boyfriend. It was a tragedy of epic p
Cybersecurity expert and "the world's most famous hacker" Kevin Mitnick demonstrates some methods hackers use to access sensitive information, and gives valuable tips to keep yourself safe in the cyberworld. Dr. Phil says, "This is a time that it is
Colorado husband and father Chris Watts confessed to killing his family and is now serving five consecutive life sentences for the deaths of his pregnant wife and two small daughters. "But there are still even more unbelievable revelations to come,"
Convicted Colorado killer Chris Watts is currently serving out consecutive life sentences for the August 2018 murders of his pregnant wife, Shan'ann, daughters, Bella, 4, and Celeste, 3. Charged with nine counts, Watts pleaded guilty in a deal to ens
In episode 3 of "The Devil Beside Me: The Chris Watts Story: Husband, Father, Killer" – Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil, Chris makes a second shocking confession. Will he finally reveal what he did to his family? Behind the cheery family pho
Chris Watts confesses to killing his wife after SHE allegedly killed their kids. Chris's mistress is revealed, and I talk to Shan'ann's family. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
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Shan'ann Watts, a pregnant mother of two little girls, was strangled to death by her husband, Chris Watts, in August 2018, before he smothered their children. Months later, Chris allegedly made a horrifying jailhouse confession, detailing the murders
When 7-year-old Kyron Horman vanished without a trace after a school science fair in 2010, authorities in Portland launched what was later determined to be one of the most expensive missing person cases in Oregon's history. Nearly a decade later, Kyr
Seven-year-old Kyron Horman without a trace after his school science fair nine years ago. His parents, Kane and Desiree say they believe Kyron's stepmother, Terri, knows what happened to him, but Terri denies having any knowledge of Kyron's whereabou
How could a 7-year-old seemingly vanish into thin air? It's been nine years since Kyron Horman disappeared. In Part 2 of Into Thin Air: The Mysterious Disappearance of Kyron Horman Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil. Kyron Horman's mother, Desi
Seven-year-old Kyron Horman went missing from his Oregon elementary school in 2010 after his school science fair. Kyron's father waited at the bus stop, but Kyron never got off the bus and has never been seen again. It's the haunting question everyon
Three and a half years after her high-profile trial in which Amber Hilberling was convicted of second-degree murder in the March 2013 death of her husband, Josh Hilberling,the 25-year-old was found dead in her prison cell. Another inmate discovered H
Amber Hilberling was charged with second-degree murder in the March 2013 death of her husband, Josh Hilberling, despite her insistence that she acted in self-defense when, during an argument, she pushed him and he fell to his death out a window of th
The State of Oklahoma arrested Amber Hilberling and charged the pregnant 19-year-old with second-degree murder, despite her insistence that she only pushed her husband in self-defense and never meant for him to fall out of the window to his death. In
Josh Hilberling, a 23-year-old newlywed, fell to his death from the 25th floor window of his apartment. His 19-year-old pregnant wife, Amber Hilberling, who said the fall was an accident, was arrested and put on trial for murder. The story of the you
Young newlywed Josh Hilberling plunged to his death after police say a push from his new bride during an argument caused him to fall from the 25th floor window of their apartment building. Amber Hilberling was seven months pregnant at the time of her
"It's time to talk about murder in America," says Dr. Phil. Why do people resort to murder? What causes someone to kill? Learn what a new FBI study says about the "Pre-attack behaviors of active shooters in the United States." Hear about the traits a
Police ruled Rebecca Zahau's death a suicide after she was found naked and hanging from the balcony of her millionaire boyfriend's mansion in 2011. Then jurors in a civil trial found Adam Shacknai, the brother of Rebecca's boyfriend, responsible for
Sheriff investigators reportedly found notes on Rebecca Zahau's cell phone leading them to believe she was troubled. A renowned forensic pathologist reveals his findings after examining Rebecca's exhumed remains. Dr. Phil delves into the cause and ma
Nobody is immune to tragedy. For over seven years, since the death of Rebecca Zahau, her family has refused to believe the warm, smart, bubbly woman they knew, committed suicide. In episode 3, Dr. Phil dives into the Zahau's family theories and evide
In the early morning hours of July 13, 2011, Adam Shacknai calls 911 and reports "I got a girl, hung herself". That "girl" was his brother's girlfriend, Rebecca Zahau. Adam Shacknai was reportedly alone with Rebecca at the Spreckels Mansion property
In 2011, the glamorous Spreckels Mansion in Southern California was witness to not just one but two grisly deaths — just days apart. When a beautiful young woman is found hanging nude from the mansion's balcony, police rule it a suicide. Police say a
Dr. Phil continues his exclusive interview with Gypsy Rose Blanchard from prison. She tells him about how her bumbling mistakes led to the swift capture of her and her boyfriend. Dr. Phil analyzes her psyche; what led her to murder her mother, and ho
In more from her first exclusive interview from prison, Gypsy Rose Blancharde tells Dr. Phil how she heard the sounds of her boyfriend stabbing her mother to death; payback she says, for a lifetime of physical abuse and cruelty. Dr. Phil analyzes her
Dr. Phil speaks to Gypsy Rose Blancharde in her very first exclusive interview from prison. She admits to planning her mother's brutal murder and tells Dr. Phil she asked her boyfriend, who thinks he is a 500 year old vampire, to kill her mother. She
Police issue a nationwide, all-points bulletin for the safe return of Gypsy Rose Blancharde, believed to be kidnapped by her mother's killer. Police use advanced technology to trace her whereabouts and find her hiding in a closet 700 miles from her h
Dr. Phil psychoanalyzes one of the most bizarre murder mysteries in modern times. In this episode, it's 2015, Dee Dee Blancharde has been stabbed to death in a vampire-like attack. Her thought to be seriously ill and disabled daughter Gypsy Rose is m