The Real Des: The Dennis Nilsen Story

Name: The Real Des: The Dennis Nilsen Story
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2020-01-01
Rating: 6
Cast: David Tennant, Dennis Nilsen, David Wilson

2020| 0h 48m| IMDb 6.0

The Real Des: The Dennis Nilsen Story (2020) is currently streaming in the UK on Prime Video. Last updated 20 January 2026.

Streaming availability last checked 20 January 2026

Documentary

Dennis Andrew Nilsen was a Scottish serial killer and necrophile who murdered at least twelve young men and boys between 1978 and 1983 in London. We delve into the psychology of Dennis to try and understand what turned him into such a cruel necrophile and murderer.

Director: Iwan Roberts