NOVA - S09E04: The Hunt for the Legion Killer

Name: The Hunt for the Legion Killer
Genre: Documentary
Released: 1982-01-31
Duration: 55 min

Jan 31, 1982DocumentarySeason 9, Episode 4

One of the biggest investigations in medical history began when a mysterious killer disease broke out during independence celebrations in Philadelphia in 1976: Legionnaires' disease. NOVA traces the search for a cause and cure—a search bedeviled by false trails, accusations of incompetence and cover-up, and increasing urgency as the death toll mounted.

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NOVA S09E04 Synopsis

Stream NOVA "The Hunt for the Legion Killer" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 1982-01-31, this episode is part of Season 9 of NOVA. With a runtime of 55m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. One of the biggest investigations in medical history began when a mysterious killer disease broke out during independence celebrations in Philadelphia in 1976: Legionnaires' disease. NOVA traces the search for a cause and cure—a search bedeviled by f...