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EPISODE · May 29, 2026 · 53 MIN

The Man Who Shot John Lennon: Unraveling Mark Chapman's Motive

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In December 1980, the world mourned the murder of music icon John Lennon. But who was the unassuming man who waited outside the Dakota building, and what drove him to commit such a historic act of violence? This award-winning episode of the acclaimed documentary series First Tuesday delves deep into the psyche of Mark Chapman. Through meticulous investigation and psychological analysis, the film attempts to unravel the complex reasoning behind the shooting, exploring Chapman's descent from a troubled Beatles fan to a fame-obsessed killer. It is a chilling portrait of obsession and the dark side of celebrity, seeking to answer the question that haunted a generation: Why?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime--6473403/support.

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