Black Hands: Season 1

Black Hands: Season 1

2020

Poster for Black Hands: Season 1

Created by Robin Scholes, David Stubbs
5 episodes
Drama

TVNZ dramatic series chronicling the Bain family murders, based on the podcast of the same name by journalist Martin van... More

TVNZ dramatic series chronicling the Bain family murders, based on the podcast of the same name by journalist Martin van Beynen. Stars Joel Tobeck and newcomer Richard Crouchley as David Bain. Directed by David Stubbs (Daffodils).

On June 20, 1994, five members of the Bain family were found dead in their suburban Dunedin home. It remains one of New Zealand's most controversial mysteries. Black Hands also depicts the years leading up to the murders through the eyes of the victims and the accused.

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Where to watch Black Hands: Season 1

Black Hands: Season 1 is available to stream in New... More Zealand now on TVNZ+.

Black Hands: Season 1 episodes

Episode 1

Dunedin police respond to a distressed call. Margaret and Robin's... More marriage is in trouble while David tries hard to please his mother.

Episode 2

Police question David about his relationship with his father. Robin... More suffers professional setbacks. Who is the real head of the household?

Episode 3

David is stunned to learn the truth about Laniet. Robin... More is caught between his wife and rebellious daughter.

Episode 4

David's behaviour worries his family. Arawa catches up with an... More old friend and makes plans for the future.

Episode 5

David has a romantic encounter while Robin and Margaret reconcile.... More Laniet comes home the night before the murders.

Black Hands: Season 1 | Ratings & Reviews

"Shines very little light on the Bain family murders."

Black Hands: Season 1 | Details

Cast

Richard Crouchley

Genre: Drama
Country of origin: New Zealand

Black Hands: Season 1 | Trailers

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