John Wayne Gacy — To Catch a Killer Character Profile

John Wayne Gacy - To Catch a Killer

About John Wayne Gacy

Local businessman and suspected serial killer. He initially plays cat-and-mouse with detectives and threatens a harassment lawsuit, but deteriorates under surveillance. A second search warrant reveals 29 bodies buried on his property and 4 dumped in a nearby river. He is ultimately charged with the rape and murder of 33 boys and young men, convicted, and sentenced to death.

John Wayne Gacy — Character Profile

Character Facts

Played by
Brian Dennehy
Appears in
To Catch a Killer (1992)
Role
Protagonist

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