Catherine and David Birnies' Crimes
What was hiding in Moorhouse Street?
4.5 (31)
189 mins
In 1986 Perth, Catherine and David Birnie lure young women into their home with deadly deception. Behind closed doors, their house becomes a chamber of horror. When one survivor escapes, their secret world begins to unravel.
Ep 1:
The Mistaken Hitchhike
The Birnies in 1986, lured young women from Perth’s streets into their home at 3 Moorhouse Street. What begins as obsession quickly becomes the nightmare known as the Moorhouse murders.
Ep 2:
The Victim Spree
On November 4, 1986, the Birnies abduct Denise Brown, chaining and assaulting her before burying her in Gleneagles Park. Days later, they repeat the horror with Elizabeth Dolan, growing bolder after each killing.
Ep 3:
The Birnies' Downfall
As girls vanish, detectives see the pattern, and Kate Moir provides the breakthrough. Confronted with graves and evidence, the Birnies confess, ending the killing spree.
Ep 4:
The Smug on Trial
In 1987, both plead guilty and receive life sentences, despite Catherine claiming she was forced. Secret prison letters and failed parole bids follow, until David dies by suicide in 2005.
Discussions (4)
Keegan
Level 10 · 5 mo agoI think Kate is right to push for truth in sentencing. The automatic parole reviews are a slap in the face to victims who have to relive the trauma every few years.
Lily
Level 6 · 5 mo agoI 100% agree Catherine wasn't a victim. She wrote those sick letters and spat on a grave out of jealousy. She was just as evil as David.
Axel
Level 2 · 5 mo agoDavid was the mastermind
