True Crime Complete February-March Schedule

True crime programming on Viasat True Crime Poland offers unprecedented access to real investigations, psychological analysis, and compelling stories of crime and justice. This February and March, the channel presents an extraordinary lineup: from serial killer psychology to border security operations, from cold case breakthroughs to female murderers who challenged expectations. This comprehensive guide helps you navigate the schedule, understand the shows, and maximize your true crime viewing experience.

February Programming Highlights 

February 2026 delivers intensive true crime content featuring British serial killers, killer couples, border operations, and dramatic recreations of notorious cases. The month culminates with Hillside Strangler documentary that examines one of Los Angeles’ most terrifying serial murder cases.

Sunday, February 1st – Marathon Day 🏃

February 1st presents 24 hours of continuous true crime programming, making it the perfect opportunity for binge-viewing enthusiasts.

Midnight-6:00 AM – Late Night/Early Morning 🌙

• 00:10 – Maxine (Drama): The Soham murders from Maxine Carr’s perspective
• 01:05 – Making a Serial Killer S2: Psychological analysis of serial killer development

6:00-11:00 AM – Morning Border Security 🛂

• 06:00 – Border Patrol NZ S6: Body Packer – Internal drug smuggling detection
• 06:25 – Border Patrol NZ S6: Argie Bargie – Suspicious traveler investigation
• 06:45 – Border Force USA: The Bridges S1: Deadly Secret – Drug discovery at Laredo
• 07:45 – Border Force USA: Cartel Ambush – Cartel surveillance countermeasures
• 08:40 – Border Force USA: Suspicious Travellers – Asylum seekers and immigration
• 09:35 – Border Force USA: Cocaine Crackdown – Rookie officers face cartel tactics
• 10:35 – Border Force USA: The Decoy – Advanced X-ray technology reveals hidden drugs

11:30 AM-3:10 PM – Killer Couples Marathon 💔

• 11:30 – Snapped: Killer Couples S16: Afton Ferris & Michael Schallert – Cross-country manhunt
• 12:30 – Snapped: Killer Couples S16: Lori Smith & Eric Rubio – Toxic partnerships
• 13:20 – Snapped: Killer Couples S16: Heather Kamp & Ethan Mack – Socialite disappearance
• 14:15 – Snapped: Killer Couples S16: Kadie Robinson & Ronnie Welborn – Love triangle murder
• 15:10 – Snapped: Killer Couples S16: Nancy & Trey Styler – Aspen socialite killed

4:10-8:00 PM – The Killer in My Family (UK Murders) 🇬🇧

• 16:10 – Fred West: House of Horrors – Family perspective
• 17:10 – Richard Ramirez: Night Stalker – Niece’s testimony
• 18:05 – Ian Huntley: Soham murders – Ex-girlfriend speaks
• 19:00 – Levi Bellfield: Bus Stop Killer – Ex-partner reveals abuse
• 20:00 – Bachan Kaur Athwal: Honour killing – Victim’s family speaks

9:00 PM-Midnight – Prime Time Features 🌟

• 21:00 – The Hillside Strangler: Devil in Disguise – Los Angeles serial killings
• 22:10 – The Crossbow Cannibal (2025) – Stephen Griffiths case

Why This Schedule Matters 📊

February 1st’s marathon format allows viewers to explore multiple aspects of true crime in one comprehensive viewing session: border security demonstrates investigative techniques, killer couples reveal relationship psychology, British cases show international perspectives, and serial killer documentaries provide deep dives into infamous cases.

March Programming Highlights 

March 2026 features female killers, Alaska investigations, cold cases, and Ice-T’s forensic series, plus the Ted Bundy documentary and Girl in the Box kidnapping case.

Sunday, March 1st – Investigation & Forensics Day 🔬

March 1st emphasizes investigative techniques, forensic science, and challenging crime scenes in extreme environments.

6:05-11:30 AM – Women Who Kill / Killer Couples 👩

• 06:05 – Snapped: Killer Couples S16: Kim & Lenorris Williams
• 06:50 – Snapped S29: Porsche Humphery – Milwaukee murder
• 07:40 – Snapped S29: Susan Monica – Oregon property killings
• 08:40 – Snapped S29: Gail Gash – Fire chief husband murdered
• 09:35 – Snapped S29: Samantha Wohlford – Texas father abduction
• 10:30 – Snapped S29: Crystal Gregoire – Mob-connected victim

11:30 AM-3:10 PM – Fatal Frontier: Evil in Alaska ❄️

• 11:30 – Blood in the Snow – 19-year-old found shot
• 12:20 – Death in Anchorage – Missing nurse investigation
• 13:15 – Ice Cold Rage – Mother beaten to death
• 14:10 – Deadly Detonation – Explosion kills guardsman
• 15:10 – Murder on the Island – Small community murder

4:00-8:00 PM – In Ice Cold Blood (Cold Cases) 🧊

• 16:00 – Two Prints – Dedicated detective work solves old case
• 17:00 – Murder in Paradise – Single mother strangulation
• 18:00 – High Stakes Homicide – Retired couple beaten to death
• 19:00 – Dungeons, Dragons, and Death – D&D-related crime
• 20:00 – Beauty Queen Murder – 20+ years before DNA identified killer

9:00 PM-Midnight – Prime Time Specials 🎬

• 21:00 – The Hunt for Ted Bundy – Detective Bob Keppel’s investigation
• 22:00 – Notorious: Girl in the Box – Colleen Stan kidnapping
• 23:55 – White House Farm (Drama) – 1985 Essex farmhouse murders

Thematic Programming Strategy 🎯

March 1st’s schedule demonstrates progression from understanding perpetrators (female killers) to challenging investigations (Alaska cases) to persistence in solving old crimes (cold cases), culminating in detailed examinations of specific notorious cases.

Show-by-Show Guide 

Understanding each program’s unique approach helps viewers select content matching their interests and viewing preferences.

Documentary Series 📹

Border Patrol NZ (Season 6)

• Format: Reality documentary following MPI Biosecurity officers
• Focus: Agricultural protection, drug detection, document fraud
• Unique aspect: Biosecurity focus rare in border security programming
• Best for: Viewers interested in public health, environmental protection, customs procedures

Border Force USA: The Bridges (Season 1)

• Format: Reality documentary at U.S.-Mexico border
• Focus: Drug trafficking, human smuggling, cartel operations
• Unique aspect: Access to 28 international bridges and rookie training
• Best for: Viewers interested in drug war, forensic technology, cross-border crime

Snapped: Killer Couples (Season 16)

• Format: True crime documentary examining deadly partnerships
• Focus: Relationship psychology, shared murder, folie à deux
• Unique aspect: Gender dynamics in murder partnerships
• Best for: Viewers interested in psychology, relationships, criminal partnerships

Snapped (Season 29)

• Format: True crime documentary on female murderers
• Focus: Motivations, methods, investigations of women who kill
• Unique aspect: Challenges stereotypes about female violence
• Best for: Viewers interested in gender, psychology, crime investigation

Fatal Frontier: Evil in Alaska (Season 1)

• Format: True crime documentary in extreme environments
• Focus: Alaska murder investigations, wilderness challenges, forensic adaptation
• Unique aspect: Environmental obstacles to investigation
• Best for: Viewers interested in forensic science, environmental challenges, rural crime

In Ice Cold Blood (Season 3) – Hosted by Ice-T

• Format: Documentary examining cold cases that were eventually solved
• Focus: Persistent detectives, forensic breakthroughs, new evidence
• Unique aspect: Ice-T’s perspective as actor and criminal justice advocate
• Best for: Viewers interested in forensic advances, investigative persistence, justice delayed

The Killer in My Family (Season 1)

• Format: Documentary featuring relatives of notorious killers
• Focus: Family perspectives, warning signs, impact on killers’ families
• Unique aspect: Rarely heard perspectives from killers’ relatives
• Best for: Viewers interested in psychology, family dynamics, aftermath of crime

Making a Serial Killer (Season 2)

• Format: Psychological analysis of serial killer development
• Focus: Childhood trauma, brain abnormalities, fantasy progression
• Unique aspect: Expert analysis from forensic psychologists and criminologists
• Best for: Viewers interested in psychology, neuroscience, crime prevention

Feature Documentaries 🎥

The Hillside Strangler: Devil in Disguise (2021)

• Runtime: Feature-length documentary
• Focus: Los Angeles serial killings 1977-1978
• Unique aspect: Comprehensive examination of cousins who killed together
• Best for: Viewers interested in serial killer psychology, investigation techniques, Los Angeles history

The Hunt for Ted Bundy (2018)

• Runtime: Feature-length documentary
• Focus: Detective Bob Keppel’s investigation of Ted Bundy
• Unique aspect: Investigator’s perspective on most famous serial killer
• Best for: Viewers interested in criminal profiling, investigation strategy, serial killer psychology

The Crossbow Cannibal (2025)

• Runtime: Feature-length documentary
• Focus: Stephen Griffiths case in Bradford, UK
• Unique aspect: Recent case with extensive digital evidence
• Best for: Viewers interested in British crime, digital forensics, modern investigation

Notorious: Girl in the Box (2021)

• Runtime: Feature-length documentary
• Focus: Colleen Stan kidnapping 1977-1984
• Unique aspect: Psychological control, extreme captivity, survival
• Best for: Viewers interested in kidnapping, psychology, human resilience

Drama Series 🎭

Maxine (Season 1)

• Format: British drama based on real case
• Focus: Maxine Carr‘s role in Soham murders
• Unique aspect: Explores complicity and manipulation
• Best for: Viewers who prefer narrative storytelling over documentary

White House Farm (Season 1)

• Format: British drama based on 1985 murders
• Focus: Jeremy Bamber case and investigation
• Unique aspect: Explores contested guilt and forensic evidence
• Best for: Viewers interested in British crime, legal controversy, class issues

How to Watch: Viewing Strategies 

Maximize your true crime experience with these viewing strategies based on interest and availability.

For Marathon Viewers 📺

February 1st and March 1st provide all-day viewing opportunities:

• Start early with border security for lighter content
• Progress through psychological cases in afternoon
• End with deep-dive documentaries in evening
• Take breaks to process intense content

For Topic-Focused Viewers 🔍

Select shows by specific interest:

• Psychology: Making a Serial Killer, The Killer in My Family, Snapped: Killer Couples
• Forensics: In Ice Cold Blood, Fatal Frontier, Border Force USA
• British Crime: The Killer in My Family, Maxine, White House Farm, The Crossbow Cannibal
• Serial Killers: The Hillside Strangler, The Hunt for Ted Bundy, Making a Serial Killer
• Women: Snapped series episodes

For Casual Viewers 🍿

Start with accessible content:

• Border security shows provide action without extreme violence
• Feature documentaries offer complete stories in one sitting
• Drama series provide narrative structure familiar from entertainment television

Content Warnings 

True crime programming contains mature content. Be aware of potential triggers:

• Graphic discussions of violence (though not typically visually graphic)
• Child victims in some cases (Soham, Milly Dowler)
• Sexual violence references (many serial killer and female victim cases)
• Psychological abuse and manipulation (Girl in the Box, Maxine)
• Detailed torture descriptions (Fred West, Colleen Stan)

Viewers sensitive to these topics should research specific episodes before watching.

Beyond Viewing: Further Engagement 

Enhance your true crime knowledge beyond television:

• Follow criminal psychology researchers and forensic experts on social media
• Read books by investigators featured in documentaries
• Explore academic research on topics of interest
• Support victim advocacy organizations
• Engage responsibly with true crime communities

Responsible True Crime Viewing 

Remember that true crime involves real victims and affected families:

• Avoid glorifying criminals
• Remember victims as people, not just crime statistics
• Recognize that families of both victims and perpetrators suffer
• Use knowledge from programming to recognize warning signs and support prevention efforts
• Don’t harass or contact people involved in cases

Watch Schedule – Quick Reference 

February 1, 2026

• Morning (06:00-11:00): Border Security
• Midday (11:30-15:10): Killer Couples
• Afternoon (16:10-20:00): The Killer in My Family
• Evening (21:00-22:10): Serial Killers

March 1, 2026

• Morning (06:05-10:30): Women Who Kill
• Midday (11:30-15:10): Alaska Investigations
• Afternoon (16:00-20:00): Cold Cases
• Evening (21:00-23:55): Notorious Cases

FAQ: Viasat True Crime Poland Programming 

Q: Are these shows appropriate for children?

A: No. True crime programming is intended for mature audiences. Content includes graphic discussions of violence, murder, and abuse. Even shows that avoid graphic imagery discuss disturbing topics inappropriate for children. Parental guidance is strongly recommended for teenagers.

Q: How accurate are true crime documentaries?

A: Reputable true crime programming bases content on court records, police reports, and verified sources. However, some dramatic recreations use actors and may simplify complex events. Documentary series like those on Viasat True Crime Poland prioritize accuracy and often feature actual investigators and case participants.

Q: Why do people enjoy watching true crime?

A: Psychologists identify multiple motivations: curiosity about extreme behavior, desire to understand crime and justice, reassurance from seeing criminals caught, interest in investigative processes, and empathy for victims. Reasonable interest in true crime is normal, though obsession or desensitization can be concerning.

Q: Can watching true crime help prevent victimization?

A: Yes, potentially. True crime programming can educate about warning signs of dangerous people, common tactics of predators, importance of reporting suspicions, and resources for victims. However, viewers should balance awareness with avoiding excessive paranoia.

Q: How are victims’ families involved in these shows?

A: Involvement varies. Some families participate to honor victims and raise awareness. Others prefer privacy and may object to coverage. Responsible production companies attempt to contact families, though public interest often allows coverage even without family consent. The Killer in My Family explicitly centers family perspectives.

Q: What’s the difference between documentary and drama series?

A: Documentaries use real footage, interviews with actual participants, and factual narration. Dramas use actors, scripts, and creative interpretation while based on real events. Documentaries prioritize accuracy; dramas prioritize narrative engagement. Both can be valuable but serve different purposes.

Q: How can I watch if I miss the live broadcast?

A: Check Viasat True Crime Poland‘s website or app for on-demand options, repeat broadcasts, or streaming availability. Program schedules often include multiple airings of popular shows throughout the month.

Q: Are there content warnings before disturbing material?

A: Most true crime programming includes general warnings at beginning of episodes. However, specific warnings about particular content (child victims, sexual violence) may be limited. Viewers sensitive to specific topics should research episodes before watching.