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From Executive Producer Dick Wolf, Murder for Hire gives an exclusive look into the dark world of contract killings, showcasing some of the most fascinating murder-for-hire cases ever caught on tape. In an alarming trend, investigators are seeing a sharp increase in hired hits across the country. Those attempting them shockingly include housewives, wealthy bankers, military officers and even grandmothers. From scorned lovers to jealous relatives, the show explores in rare, never-before-seen footage, how a seemingly good relationship can go wrong, and the emotions surrounding the reveal when an intended victim discovers a hit has been taken out on his or her life. Each stand-alone episode features a different case, where undercover agents immerse the viewer in real-life stings and investigations as they attempt to catch a perpetrator - and ultimately prevent a murder.

Episodes[]

Season 1 (20 episodes)[]

Image Episode Summary Airdate
MfH0101
1.01 (#1.)
An Ex-Wife's Revenge
An addiction therapist blackmails her patient into helping her find a hitman to kill her ex-husband. But the patient enlists the help of an undercover officer to try to prevent a cold-blooded murder. April 7, 2019
MfH0102
1.02 (#2.)
The Other Woman
The police send a civilian informant undercover to determine if their friend and local doctor wants to kill his estranged wife or if it's solely the plan of his jealous girlfriend. April 14, 2019
MfH0103
1.03 (#3.)
Good Sister, Bad Sister
After 40 years, a woman is excited to finally reunite with her estranged sister but is shocked when she finds herself thrusted into a sinister murder plot. April 21, 2019
MfH0104
1.04 (#4.)
Guardian Angel
A young mother's life is threatened by her ex-husband as their relationship turns deadly. With the determination of one officer and the help of unlikely informants, they uncover a relentless murder plot. April 28, 2019
MfH0105
1.05 (#5.)
Doctors' Orders
After a whirlwind romance ends in assault, a doctor tries to silence his ex. When a troubling encounter triggers an undercover operation, police discover a deeper conspiracy with multiple targets. May 12, 2019
MfH0106
1.06 (#6.)
A Deadly Imagination
A self-proclaimed novelist's plot for her husband's untimely death takes an unexpected turn, and a sting operation reveals the twisted truth. May 19, 2019
MfH0107
1.07 (#7.)
Monster-In-Law
Family drama turns deadly when an ostracized mother-in-law calls on an old friend, who once had a connection to the mob, to murder her own daughter-in-law. May 26, 2019
MfH0108
1.08 (#8.)
Eye for an Eye
A prominent eye surgeon enlists his Head of IT to find a Russian hitman to kill a former employee. But as things begin to progress, he changes his target. June 2, 2019
MfH0109
1.09 (#9.)
Revenge, Revenge, Revenge
A ruthless criminal goes from fraud to murder as he plots a gruesome revenge on the judicial system. This too-close-to-home plot strikes a personal cord with detectives as they work to prevent their friend and colleague from being murdered. June 9, 2019
MfH0110
1.10 (#10.)
A Family Divided
A fatal crime goes unsolved and the case goes cold until a determined detective suspects a Murder for Hire. Officers plan an undercover operation to identify the perpetrator but they only have one shot to nail him down. June 16, 2019
MfH0111
1.11 (#11.)
Crocodile Tears
The sting operation and trials of Dalia Dippolito, a twenty-six year old escort who became an infamous femme fatale and a media sensation when she was charged with solicitation to commit the murder of her husband, Mike. October 5, 2019
MfH0112
1.12 (#12.)
Dirty Deeds
Jealousy and obsession reach a fever pitch when a possessive narcissist in a wheelchair hatches a methodical plot to assassinate his unsuspecting ex-girlfriend. October 12, 2019
MfH0113
1.13 (#13.)
Daddy's Girl
A manipulative woman enlists her father to carry out her devious plan to kill her ex-husband. With her father doing her dirty work will she be able to outsmart the police and stay out of prison? October 19, 2019
MfH0114
1.14 (#14.)
Dreams Become Nightmares
After a divorce and a business failure, a vengeful man relentlessly pursues the person he feels wronged him. The police must use unusual tactics to help keep this person safe. October 27, 2019
MfH0115
1.15 (#15.)
Misguided Mom
A young teenage mother starts to make questionable choices when the father of her two children comes back into their lives. When the court grants custody to the father, she decides she must do whatever necessary to get them back. November 3, 2019
MfH0116
1.16 (#16.)
Wrong Side of the Law
In a town built around the prison industry, a female correctional officer's forbidden love affair turns deadly. The prison's internal police department makes a deal with the devil to uncover a murderous plot fueled by lust. November 10, 2019
MfH0117
1.17 (#17.)
All or Nothing
A career criminal informs Iowa police that his gardener has asked him to murder a young family. Police initially doubt the story but when their undercover officer can make the case, the former landscaper picks 3 new targets from behind prison walls. November 17, 2019
MfH0118
1.18 (#18.)
Not Your Average Grandma
A hard working family man gets a second chance at love, but did his new wife put her dark past behind her? Blinded by love, his family is soon torn apart by drugs, lies, and a treacherous murder plot. November 24, 2019
MfH0119
1.19 (#19.)
Double Life
A woman goes to the police when she's contacted by a professional drummer to kill his partner but it's unclear if the target is the man's wife or his mistress. Will the police figure it out in time to save her? December 8, 2019
MfH0120
1.20 (#20.)
Woman on a Mission
A money hungry wife asks several strangers to murder her husband. The plot unfolds like a Hollywood thriller, as police film every step of her horrific plan. With her husband's help, authorities stage a death scene to prove the deed has been done. December 15, 2019

Seasons[]

Image Season Episodes Originally aired (U.S. dates)
Season premiere Season finale
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Season 1 20 April 7, 2019 December 15, 2019

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