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Lifetime Premieres Gripping Tale of Survival: Alina Thompson

9/21/2025

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"The Girl Who Survived: The Alina Thompson Story" premieres on Lifetime on September 20 at 8 p.m. ET.
The film depicts 15-year-old Alina Thompson, an aspiring model in 1980s Los Angeles, who encounters photographer William Bradford, a secret serial killer.
Alina's parents, Carl and Nancy, are pivotal in her fight for survival against Bradford's obsession.
The cast includes Sam Trammell, Ashley Jones, and Brielle Robillard.
Viewers can stream Lifetime via Philo, DirecTV, and Sling with various subscription options.

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Story summary

"The Girl Who Survived: The Alina Thompson Story" premieres on Lifetime on September 20 at 8 p.m. ET.
The film depicts 15-year-old Alina Thompson, an aspiring model in 1980s Los Angeles, who encounters photographer William Bradford, a secret serial killer.
Alina's parents, Carl and Nancy, are pivotal in her fight for survival against Bradford's obsession.
The cast includes Sam Trammell, Ashley Jones, and Brielle Robillard.
Viewers can stream Lifetime via Philo, DirecTV, and Sling with various subscription options.