I'm Not a Monster: The Lois Riess Murders

"There's something wrong with grandma."

In 2018, a small-town murder in Minnesota shocks a community when 56-year-old wife, mother, and grandmother Lois Riess kills her husband David and goes on the run from the authorities. Years later, Lois sits down with the filmmakers telling her story for the first time. Lois herself attempts to explain her reprehensible actions which reveals a disturbing family history and an addiction to gambling.

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Status

Ended

Original Name

I'm Not a Monster: The Lois Riess Murders

First Air Date

October 15, 2024

Last Air Date

October 16, 2024

Seasons

1

Episodes

2

Language

English

Networks

HBO

Part 2
S01E02

Part 2

After the discovery of Pamela Hutchinson's body in Florida, a nationwide manhunt for the "Killer Grandma" begins and two weeks later, witnesses recognize Lois in Texas. Appearing placid and cooperative, Lois claims not to remember many details of her crime spree, but police have evidence that details her sinister plan.

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