20/20 Tonight, Friday (July 14, 2023) Explores the Cult Mindset and Brutal Murders That Led to Her 53 Years Behind Bars Episode Features Footage of Manson’s Final Network TV Interview.
This episode of “20/20” airs July 14 at 9PM ET. An all-new “20/20” reports.
It was one of the most gruesome crime sprees of the 20th century that shocked and haunted the nation. As Leslie Van Houten is released from prison this week, “20/20” explores Charles Manson, his cult of devoted followers and the grisly murders in Los Angeles that he instructed his members to carry out. Amidst an era of sex, drugs and rock and roll in 1969, Manson’s followers killed seven people in two consecutive nights, including actress Sharon Tate, who was more than eight months pregnant at the time, in the home she shared with her husband, Roman Polanski. The terrifying and violent acts instantaneously eliminated a sense of safety and security for many people across the country. After serving 53 years for her role in the murders, Leslie Van Houten, a former cult member, was released from prison this week. This episode includes ABC News’ interview with Van Houten from her time in prison and takes a look at the details surrounding her release.
The program includes footage from ABC News’ interviews with Manson, in his last network television interview from prison, and former cult member Patricia Krenwinkel, who is serving a life sentence for the murders masterminded by Manson. The documentary explores the crime scene footage and features interviews with law enforcement, first responders and the production crew who met Manson during his final TV interview. The special also features interviews with Debra Tate, Sharon Tate’s sister; family and friends of the victims; actors who worked with Sharon; Mike Love of the Beach Boys, who met Manson before the killings; reporters who were in the courtroom during the trial and more.
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