Nightmare Next Door is a crime investigation series that premiered on Investigation Discovery in 2011. The show focuses on harrowing real-life stories of crime, investigating shocking murders and homicide cases that occur in small towns and communities. The series features dramatized reenactments of the crimes, cutting-edge forensic investigation techniques, and interviews with victims' families, witnesses, and law enforcement officials. Each episode of the show delves into the dark secrets underlying seemingly peaceful and innocuous neighborhoods.
Greg Diefenbach, James Davenjay, and Dorian Lough serve as the presenters and narrators of the show, bringing a sense of urgency and gravitas to the proceedings. Their expert analysis and in-depth knowledge of forensic science offer viewers a fascinating look at how crimes are solved through technology and persistence.
One of the standout features of the show is its attention to detail. The Nightmare Next Door team is meticulous in reconstructing the crimes from evidence gathered by forensic professionals. The show's producers also place great emphasis on presenting an accurate portrayal of the investigations that took place, with interviews from the detectives involved and sometimes footage from the actual trials.
Each episode is structured around a particular crime or an unsolved mystery, with a focus on the people involved. The show narrows in on some of the most horrific homicides and violent attacks that have occurred in small, often idyllic and sleepy communities. As such, the show also serves as a warning and caution to viewers on the nature of crime.
The series begins by introducing the community where the crime took place and the victims. Through reenactments, viewers are given an insight into the lives of the families affected and how the crime occurred. The show then goes on to follow the police investigation
Nightmare Next Door is a series that ran for 10 seasons (109 episodes) between January 6, 2011 and on Investigation Discovery