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Black Bird (2022)

Inspired by the true story of convicted serial killer Larry Hall, Black Bird is an Apple TV+ drama series that follows a wealthy young named James Keene Jr., who finds himself imprisoned after being convicted on drugs and weapons charges. Fortunately for James, the FBI offers him an early out - if he can get Larry to sign a confession by befriending him in prison, his sentence will be commuted. 

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Black Bird
Drama

Cast
Taron Egerton , Paul Walter Hauser , Ray Liotta
Release Date
August 8, 2022
Seasons
1
Writers
Dennis Lehane
Directors
Dennis Lehane
Showrunner
Dennis Lehane
Story By
Dennis Lehane

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