Lifetime's latest thriller, “Husband, Father, Killer: The Alyssa Pladl Story,” is based on the disturbing true story of a man who impregnated his biological daughter and took the lives of her, her adoptive father and his own young child.

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Starring Jackie Cruz, Matthew MacCaull and Matreya Scarrwener, the film follows the lives of Alyssa and her ex-husband Steven, who begins an affair with his own biological daughter after she returns to their lives at 18.

This film premieres Saturday, October 19th at 8 p.m. and is part of Lifetime's “Ripping from the Headlines” films inspired by true events. For those who have cut the traditional cable cord and opted for a streaming service, you can watch the film on Philo, which offers a free trial to new subscribers.

Check out a trailer for Lifetime's new film below:

What is the film about?

According to Lifetime's official synopsis, “Alyssa (Jackie Cruz) and Steven (Matthew MacCaull) have an intense relationship from the start, moving in together when Alyssa is an impressionable teenager.” After having a daughter of their own, their relationship takes off a dark twist when Steven physically abuses the child. Alyssa senses that the situation is serious and gives the child up for adoption. Little does she know that her daughter, now named Katie (Matreya Scarrwener), would seek her out 18 years later. After they immediately hit it off when they reunite, Steven convinces Katie to move in with him, Alyssa and their two young daughters, promising her the opportunity to pursue her passions. Steven begins to neglect the rest of the family and Alyssa finally has enough and moves out. When Alyssa finds out that Katie and Steven are having an affair and are pregnant, she confronts her and tries to convince Katie of Steven's abusive past. Katie refuses to listen until it’s too late.”

Where to find Lifetime

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