At Mother's Request(1987)

At Mother's Request is a true-crime drama centered on a shocking murder in 1970s Salt Lake City. When a domineering mother manipulates her son into committing an unthinkable act against his grandfather, the family's dark secrets unravel. The series explores the psychological control and twisted relationships that led to a real killing that stunned Utah and captivated the nation. Blending courtroom tension with intimate family dysfunction, At Mother's Request examines how one woman's toxic influence set in motion a tragedy that would expose the dangers lurking behind closed doors. The story raises unsettling questions about complicity, manipulation, and the lengths a parent will go to achieve their goals.