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My Friend Dahmer
Jeffrey Dahmer murdered 17 men and boys between 1978 and 1991. This is the story before that story.
2017·1h 47m·★ 6.5
Jeffrey Dahmer struggles with a difficult family life as a young boy. During his teenage years he slowly transforms, edging closer to the serial killer he was to become.
LUXEN Decision Guide
Does this fit your night?
A tension-first choice where uncertainty, investigation, or escalating pressure is a major part of the appeal.
Best fit
Who it is for
Best suited to viewers who want a plot with questions to chase rather than a purely relaxed watch.
Commitment
Standard sit-down · 1h 47m
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Read the synopsis, then check the trailer.
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