The WORST episodes of City Confidential
Every episode of City Confidential ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of City Confidential!
City Confidential features real life stories in a wide variety of American cities. While many of these stories deal with murder, some also deal with attempted murder, and public officials caught in compromising situations, among other things. The cities featured vary widely in size, from the smallest village to the largest urban areas.
#1 - California Scheming
Season 9 - Episode 8 - Aired 8/1/2025
When one of Redlands, California newest residents goes missing, the distraught community bands together to help find her. But when the case shifts from missing to murder, everyone learns their tranquil little town has a much darker side.
#2 - San Francisco: Betrayal by the Sea
Season 1 - Episode 15 - Aired 8/9/1999
The case of pornographic-film producer Jim Mitchell, who was convicted in 1991 for the shooting death of brother Artie, who was also his business partner. The documentary includes a look at Mitchell's high-powered defense.
#3 - Fairbanks: Mining for Murder
Season 1 - Episode 17 - Aired 9/21/1999
A political activist mysteriously disappears after befriending a man and former convict who shared his distaste for government control. Could this man have been the killer, or could his outspoken nature have created another enemy?
#4 - Soho: The Art of Murder
Season 1 - Episode 18 - Aired 10/12/1999
In 1985, artist Ana Mendieta fell from a building while she and her husband fellow artist, Carl Andre, were fighting. Andre was arrested for the murder after it is discovered she had a desperate fear of heights and a bellman heard her pleading for her life.
#5 - Skidmore: Frontier Justice
Season 1 - Episode 20 - Aired 11/16/1999
Ken McElroy, who terrorized Skidmore, Missori, is finally killed by vigiante farmers who are fed up with his criminal ways.
#6 - Carlsbad:Danger in the Desert
Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 6/12/2000
Carlsbad is divided over the outcome of popular politician and pharmacist Johnny Volpato's murder trail.
#7 - Atlantic City: The Mayor and the Mob
Season 2 - Episode 17 - Aired 3/13/2000
In the early 80's Michael Matthews worked with a mob boss, Nicodemo Scarfo, to win the mayoral election which led to a ring of corruption that forever changed Atlantic City.
#8 - Philadelphia: Double Dutch Bust
Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 7/24/2000
A report on Larry Lavin, a one-time prominent Philadelphia dentist, who was convicted in 1986 of running a nationwide cocaine ring and was sentenced to 42 years in prison.
#9 - Bigfork: Silent Night, Deadly Night
Season 2 - Episode 20 - Aired 1/16/2001
In 1997, the body of Larry Streeter, a local building contractor, was found dead in the snow. After the police began looking for the murderer, they found that a local hero, Teddy Ernst, was behind the murder and led a dangerous secretive life.
#10 - Bad Medicine in Bangor
Season 3 - Episode 24 - Aired 1/30/2002
In 1997, Dr. John Malmstrom is found dead of five gunshot wounds in his house, and his wife, Geraldine, is the main suspect when her alibi falls through and the murder weapon is discovered to belong to her family.
#11 - Miami Beach, FL: Smugglers & Speedboats
Season 4 - Episode 15 - Aired 3/5/2003
Recalling the 1987 murder of powerboat pioneer Don Aronow, who was gunned down in Miami. Narrator: Paul Winfield.
#12 - Portland, ME: Unfriendly Fire
Season 4 - Episode 16 - Aired 3/19/2003
A murder case in Portland, Maine, involving a tavern owner, is recalled. Paul Winfield narrates.
#13 - Los Angeles, CA: Silenced Partner
Season 4 - Episode 17 - Aired 4/2/2003
Recalling the 1989 contract murder of strip-club owner Horace McKenna, whose hit was ordered by former business partner Michael Woods. Narrator: Paul Winfield.
#14 - San Diego, CA: Badge of Dishonor
Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/7/2003
The case of former California Highway Patrolman Craig Peyer, who was convicted of murdering college student Cara Knott in 1988. Narrator: Paul Winfield.
#15 - Gibsonton: The Last Side Show
Season 1 - Episode 16 - Aired 8/16/1999
Grady Stiles, a circus act named "Lobster Boy",was found dead from a gunshot wound to the head in 1992. The police found out that his ex-wife Mary Theresa Herzog, her son Glenn Newman, Jr., and his friend Chris Wyant all plotted to kill Stiles for his alcoholism and abusive ways.
#16 - Ruthton: Tragedy in the Heartland
Season 2 - Episode 15 - Aired 9/11/2000
When 2 bankers are murdered in Ruthton, Minnesota1983 the small town is shocked. The case draws national attention to the farm crisises of the 1980s.
#17 - Rock Springs: Deadly Draw in the Wild West
Season 2 - Episode 16 - Aired 9/25/2000
An old fashion old west shootout or murder?
#18 - Gatlinburg: Smoky Mountain Nightmare
Season 2 - Episode 19 - Aired 9/12/2000
#19 - The Dark Days of Bucks County
Season 8 - Episode 10 - Aired 5/25/2023
Historical Bucks County, Pennsylvania, is alarmed when several young men vanish one after the other within a week. With the support of residents, detectives unearth a ruthless murder spree in this seemingly picture-perfect farming community.
Watch Now:Apple TV#20 - Nightmare in New England
Season 8 - Episode 9 - Aired 5/18/2023
East Millinocket, Maine is brought to its knees when its most popular teen turns up dead. For 38 years, answers elude police. But with the help of a dedicated mother and a community that never forgets, the secret killer is finally exposed.
Watch Now:Apple TV#22 - Devastation in Delta Township
Season 8 - Episode 6 - Aired 4/27/2023
Murders are rare in tranquil Delta Township, Michigan. So when a well-liked couple is gunned down in their home, residents are terrified--until police discover the monster accidentally left a trail of breadcrumbs leading right to his door.
Watch Now:Apple TV#23 - Boston's Little Girl Lost
Season 8 - Episode 1 - Aired 3/23/2023
When an infant's body washes up on the shores of Deer Island, Massachusetts, residents rally to find out who she is, and what happened to her. Their unprecedented solidarity gets nationwide attention, helping police solve a heartbreaking mystery.
Watch Now:Apple TV#24 - Bermuda: Death on the Rock
Season 1 - Episode 14 - Aired 7/13/1999
Chronicling the 1996 rape and murder in Bermuda of teenage tourist Rebecca Middleton, a crime for which her suspected killer was set free. Included: her family's efforts to appeal the case; how the incident has affected Bermuda's reputation for safety.