Netflix's 'Woman of the Hour' Revisits Rodney Alcala's Chilling 'Dating Game' Appearance

The film explores how Alcala, a convicted serial killer, appeared on the popular TV show while committing heinous crimes.

Rodney Alcala, known as 'The Dating Game Killer,' appeared on the show in 1978, winning a date with Cheryl Bradshaw, who later refused to go out with him due to unsettling vibes.
Alcala's criminal history included the murder of at least five people by the time of his appearance on the show; he was sentenced to death in 2010 for these crimes.
The new Netflix film 'Woman of the Hour,' directed by Anna Kendrick, dramatizes Alcala's infamous appearance, highlighting the chilling reality behind his charming facade.
Alcala's participation in the show went unnoticed by producers, who were unaware of his previous conviction for sexually assaulting an eight-year-old girl.
Authorities believe Alcala may have killed up to 130 people, leaving a chilling legacy that continues to haunt investigators and families of victims.