6. King Herod
Despite being accused of murdering his own wife, children and countless other innocents, King Herod is still known as 'the Great'. Why?
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Killer Kings is a mystery and documentary TV series that premiered on Sky History on June 16, 2025. It has 1 season and 6 episodes so far and is still airing new episodes. The latest episode, Season 1 Episode 6 "King Herod", aired on July 21, 2025.
Killer Kings is a ground-breaking blend of true crime and historical documentary, which will vigorously present the case against six formidable Kings who have left an indelible mark on the world. The series will reveal the haunting mitigating factors and introduce conflicting and fresh evidence, ultimately leading to potentially new verdicts concerning these enigmatic men.
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6 episodes · 1 season
2025 · 6 episodes · Last episode: 1 year ago
Despite being accused of murdering his own wife, children and countless other innocents, King Herod is still known as 'the Great'. Why?
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The most recent episode of Killer Kings, Season 1 Episode 6 "King Herod", aired on July 21, 2025.
Killer Kings has 1 season with 6 episodes in total.
Killer Kings first aired on Sky History on June 16, 2025.
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