Ep 1. James 'Whitey' Bulger

In season 4 episode 1 of Gangsters: America's Most Evil, we delve into the life of infamous Boston gangster James "Whitey" Bulger. Known for his brutal tactics and reign of terror over the Boston underworld, Bulger became one of America's most wanted criminals for his involvement in murders, racketeering, and drug trafficking.

Through interviews with law enforcement officials, journalists, and those who knew him personally, we learn about Bulger's early criminal career and rise to power within the Winter Hill Gang. Despite being imprisoned for bank robbery in the 1950s and serving time in Alcatraz, Bulger continued to run his criminal enterprise from behind bars with the help of his brother, a powerful politician in Massachusetts.

As his power grew, Bulger became known for his ruthless tactics, often taking out anyone who posed a threat to his reign. He famously cooperated with the FBI as an informant, using his status to protect himself and eliminate rivals. However, this cooperation eventually came to an end, leading to a period on the FBI's Most Wanted list.

The episode also addresses the controversy surrounding Bulger's capture and conviction in 2011, as well as his death while serving a life sentence in prison. Through archival footage and expert analysis, viewers are given a nuanced portrayal of one of America's most notorious gangsters and the impact he had on the criminal underworld.