I'll Be Gone in the Dark Special Episode: Show Us Your Face
  • Network: HBO
  • Series Premiere Date: Jun 21, 2021
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67

Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6

Critic Reviews

  1. Decider
    Reviewed by: Joel Keller
    Jun 24, 2021
    60
    If you’re looking to see some catharsis from the victims of The Golden State Killer, then this special episode of I’ll Be Gone In The Dark will be satisfying. But if you’re looking for additional information about the case, you’ll likely be left disappointed.
  2. San Francisco Chronicle
    Reviewed by: Carla Meyer
    Jun 21, 2021
    50
    You hang on every word in the Golden State Killer scenes, but the Oak Park section does not become truly compelling until the episode’s end.
  3. Variety
    Reviewed by: Daniel D'Addario
    Jun 21, 2021
    40
    The special episode is at best an unnecessary addendum, and at worst a subtle undoing of some of what made “I’ll Be Gone in the Dark” such a standout.

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  1. Suttree
    Jun 25, 2021
    5
    While it is good to see some of the victims we met in the series get a small portion of comfort from the sentencing of the Golden StateWhile it is good to see some of the victims we met in the series get a small portion of comfort from the sentencing of the Golden State Killer, the disconnect between McNamara's obsession and real police work is glaring. Her widower says, "She got him." This is not the case. Advancement in DNA testing was the key. By sweeping her addiction and overdose under the rug, the show does a disservice to the truth. The good news is that the killer/rapist will never leave prison alive.… Full Review »