Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile

In 1969 Seattle, law student Ted Bundy first encounters Liz Kendall at a local bar. Their meeting begins with a playful exchange at the jukebox, hinting at the intimate connection they are about to form.

After their first night together, Liz is astonished to see Ted comfortably bonding with her young daughter, Molly. This moment strengthens Ted's foothold in Liz's life as he becomes a father figure in their home.

In 1974, the atmosphere turns sinister as reports emerge concerning the disappearances of young women, including Janice Ott and Denise Naslund. Witnesses describe a man fitting Ted's description, raising alarm bells in the community.

Following mounting evidence, Ted Bundy is arrested in 1975. Investigators find alarming items in his possession, including trash bags and a crowbar, casting a dark shadow over his character and leading to a sensational courtroom drama.

Ted's world continues to crumble as Carol DaRonch identifies him as her kidnapper during a police lineup. This testimony is pivotal, adding weight to the growing case against him and the evidence of his heinous activities.

Despite being accused of multiple crimes, Ted chooses to represent himself in court, which gives him brief moments of freedom. However, this choice further strains his already fragile relationship with Liz, who is grappling with the horrors of his actions.

As Ted's legal troubles mount, a detective named Mike Fisher reaches out to both him and Liz to get to the crux of the murder cases. Liz faces a moral dilemma, torn between her loyalty to Ted and the unsettling reality of his alleged crimes.

During the trial, Liz struggles to attend, while Ted’s decision to represent himself leads to a dramatic courthouse escape. This moment of freedom is short-lived as he is soon recaptured, highlighting the desperation of his situation.

As Ted continues to evade law enforcement, he is linked to a series of brutal murders of sorority girls in Florida. His horrifying actions cement his notoriety, attracting unwanted attention from women who still believe in his innocence.

Amid the chaos, Ted begins to form a close bond with Carole Ann Boone, leading to their marriage while he remains incarcerated. This relationship signifies a bizarre intersection of love and horror, showcasing the complexities of his manipulative nature.

In a shocking turn of events, the court delivers swift justice, handing Ted multiple life sentences along with a death penalty ruling. This moment marks the culmination of a devastating chapter in his and the victims' lives, leaving many in disbelief.

Years later, Liz receives a haunting letter from Ted that compels her to confront him in prison. During this visit, she hears chilling details of his murders, forcing her to grapple with the reality of the man she once loved.

The film climaxes with Ted's execution in January 1989, depicted through haunting archival footage. This grim event serves as a haunting conclusion to the chaos and terror he inflicted upon countless lives.

Following Ted's execution, Liz and her daughter Molly strive to rebuild their lives in Washington State. The emotional scars from their tumultuous relationship with Ted remain, illustrating the lasting impact of his horrific legacy.