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‘The Serial Killer’s Apprentice’ Premieres With Exclusive Interview of Elmer Wayne Henley

Forensic psychologist Dr. Katherine Ramsland sits down with the sole surviving accomplice to Dean Corll to probe his transition from manipulated teen to convicted killer.

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Overview

  • The two-hour special debuts August 17 at 9 p.m. Eastern on Investigation Discovery and streams on HBO Max.
  • It features Henley’s first on-camera interview in 50 years, in which he discusses his role in the 1973 Houston abductions and murders.
  • The documentary examines how a 17-year-old recruit shifted from Dean Corll’s victim to his accomplice and ultimately turned on the killer.
  • Henley, now serving six 99-year terms, recounts shooting Corll and guiding authorities to at least 29 bodies buried in locations including a rented boat shed.
  • Cord cutters can watch live or on demand through Philo, DirecTV or Sling, with Philo offering a seven-day free trial and $28 per month thereafter.