OXYGEN MEDIA UNCOVERS "CRIMINAL CONFESSIONS" FROM EXECUTIVE PRODUCER DICK WOLF PREMIERING SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1 AT 7PM ET/PT

New York, NY - August 22, 2017 - Oxygen Media, the network for high-quality crime programming, premieres the new original series "Criminal Confessions," which debuts Sunday, October 1 at 7pm ET/PT. From Executive Producer Dick Wolf and Shed Media, the series delves into the psychological showdown that transpires inside actual police interrogation rooms between investigators and suspects and dissects what it takes to yield a confession. Each hour-long episode takes viewers through the emotional twists and turns of a real homicide case from the 911 call to the crime scene and leading up to the interrogation room where detectives corner their prime suspect. The police officers and detectives will walk us through their strategy while interviews with the suspects' and victims' friends and family shed light on the heartbreaking details, taking viewers on an emotional journey with the hope of finding justice. In every case, the interrogating officer will "break" the suspect and get a shocking reveal of what led to the atrocious crime. For a sneak peek visit: http://www.oxygen.com/criminal-confessions/season-1/videos/criminal-confessions-premieres-sunday-october-7th

"'Criminal Confessions' joins 'Cold Justice' as our second series from Dick Wolf, offering armchair detectives at home the thrilling opportunity to watch as both a case, and a confession, come to a head," said Rod Aissa, Executive Vice President, Original Programming and Development, Oxygen Media. "The series celebrates the skill and talent of the amazing detectives who are passionately committed to finding the truth and justice."

Executive Producer Dick Wolf adds, "We are giving viewers an inside look into the investigation of criminals, with an emphasis on the psychological component of confessions. Crime buffs will see a side of police work that has never been examined before."

"Dick Wolf is a prolific producer of the crime genre," said Mike Darnell, President of Warner Bros. Unscripted & Alternative Television. "With his vast experience, he brings viewers on a gripping new journey through the criminal investigation process. This new project is one of my favorites and builds on Wolf's iconic repertoire."

Fans can follow "Criminal Confessions" on Facebook for more details on the new series, sneak peeks and more.

In 2017TD, Oxygen is the fastest growing cable entertainment network among total viewers in total day, up +53% year over year.

"Criminal Confessions" is produced by Wolf Reality and Shed Media with Dick Wolf, Tom Thayer, Pam Healey, John Hesling and Adam Kassen serving as Executive Producers.

About Oxygen Media:

Oxygen Media is a multiplatform crime destination brand for women. Having announced the full-time shift to crime programming in 2017, Oxygen has become the fastest growing cable entertainment network with popular unscripted original programming that includes the flagship "Snapped" franchise, "The Disappearance of Natalee Holloway," "The Jury Speaks," "Cold Justice," "Three Days to Live," and "It Takes A Killer." Available in more than 77 million homes, Oxygen is a program service of NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment, a division of NBCUniversal, one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. Watch Oxygen anywhere: On Demand, online or across mobile and connected TVs.