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- 700 VOTES. Mindhunter. Mindhunter follows the fictitious FBI agents Holden Ford and Bill Tench as they interview infamous serial killers and collaborate with Dr. Wendy Carr to usher in a new way of investigating crime.
- 347 VOTES. The Keepers. Sister Catherine Cesnik disappeared while out shopping in Baltimore, MD, on November 7, 1969. Her body was found on January 20, 1970.
- 366 VOTES. Evil Genius. On August 28, 2003, a pizza delivery man walked into a bank in Erie, PA, wearing a bomb collar and carrying a shotgun fashioned into a walking cane.
- 317 VOTES. Forensic Files. This series follows a different case each episode, presenting a crime that cannot be solved by circumstantial evidence alone.
- 'Worst Roommate Ever'
- 'Get Gotti'
- 'Murdaugh Murders: A Southern scandal'
- 'How to Become A Cult Leader'
- 'Catching Killers'
- 'American Manhunt: The Boston Marathon Bombing'
- 'I Just Killed My dad'
- 'Killer Sally'
- 'The Real Bling Ring: Hollywood Heist'
- 'Most Hated Man on The Internet'
Rotten Tomatoes: 52% | IMDb: 7.0/10
This terrifying documentary tells Alex Miller’s story - one of deception and mistrust that will shake you to your core. In an attempt to rent out her spare room on Craigslist, Alex accepted the offer of Jed Creek, who, unbeknownst to her, was a serial squatter who was planning to meticulously remove her from her very own home. With a tale that many of us will likely relate to, Worst Roommate Ever mixes the horror of true crime with the suspense of a Hitchcockmovie to create a viewing experien...
Rotten Tomatoes: 67% | IMDb: 7.0/10
Who doesn’t love a true crime binge-watch? Netflix certainly does, with Get Gotti one of their best offerings in the genre. Following the life and crimes of the infamous John Gotti, this tale looks at both sides of the argument, documenting the FBI’s case that eventually led to his guilty sentencing in 1992. Chilling and oh-so-gripping,Get Gotti feels like a Scorsese movie wrapped up in true crime colors, with the insight into the sheer depth of the investigative work put into a case like thi...
Rotten Tomatoes: 82% | IMDb: 6.6/10
Created by Jenner Furst and Julia Willoughby Nason,Murdaugh Murders: A Southern Scandal follows the tragic true story of a boat crash that killed the beloved young Mallory Beach — and how the wealth and influence of a family corrupted the case to make sure the drunk driver Paul Murdaugh got away scot-free. It is easy to remark on just how entertaining this series is, but the truth is that the sheer injustice at its core is likely to ignite fury in all who watch it, with the show’s best asset...
Rotten Tomatoes: 57% | IMDb: 6.7/10
As far as true crime titles go, this is perhaps Netflix’s most enticing. How to Become a Cult Leader follows on from the success of How to Become a Tyrant, with a six-episode examination of some of history’s most evil cults, like the Manson Family and Heaven’s Gate. Better yet, the sociological and cultural elements at play are detailed by the soothing voice of Peter Dinklage. Featuring an eye-opening plethora of archival footage and interviews, as well as the odd animated section for good me...
Rotten Tomatoes: 77% | IMDb: 7.2/10
Sometimes just one true crime case isn’t enough. Netflix’sCatching Killers provides a unique twist on one of the streamer’s most reliable genres, with the series providing a detailed look at the investigator's journey to solving some of the world’s most infamous cases. By championing those who stopped the evil rather than characterizing the perpetrator, Catching Killers offers a viewing experience that rouses a will to succeed inside its audience without ever failing to pack a powerful punch....
Rotten Tomatoes: 89% | IMDb: 7.5/10
To take on one of the most infamous crimes in recent history is no mean feat, with the team behind American Manhunt: The Boston Marathon Bombing pulling out all the stops to offer a nuanced and respectful view of the tragedy. From exclusive interviews with the likes of reporter Phillip Martin and FBI Special Agent in Charge Rick Deslauriers to powerful archival footage, the documentary series challenges the viewer to not simply passively watch but to instead actively engage in an event that s...
Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 6.7/10
Documenting the true story of Anthony Templet,I Just Killed My Dad tells the story that its title suggests, with the aforementioned murderer’s horrific crime and the events that led up to it showcased in detail. Directed by Skye Borgman, the visionary behind the true crime classic Abducted in Plain Sight, I Just Killed My Dad is unapologetic in its approach to tackling a truly terrifying tale, giving the audience a chance to fully immerse themselves in the chilling sequence of events that led...
Rotten Tomatoes: 67% | IMDb: 6.7/10
In just three hard-hitting episodes, Killer Sally tells the story of former amateur wrestler Sally McNeil and the infamous criminal case involving her abusing and killing her boyfriend, the iconic bodybuilder Ray McNeil. With such a striking and emotionally sensitive topic at its heart, Killer Sally manages to respectfully portray the difficult subject at its core without ever failing to offer a wide range of viewpoints on the situation. By creating a spine-chilling atmosphere throughout its...
Rotten Tomatoes: 50% | IMDb: 5.8/10
So many true crime documentaries focus on stories long ago or not publicized enough for many of us to remember. The Real Bling Ring: Hollywood Heist, however, dives deep into a tale much more recent and high profile than many of its peers — notably, the infamous robberies of the Hollywood homes of the likes of Paris Hilton and Lindsay Lohan by a gang in the early noughties. By using interviews with both the perpetrators and some of the victims, The Real Bling Ring offers a dual perspective on...
Rotten Tomatoes: 87% | IMDb: 6.8/10
Much more than just an eye-catching title, The Most Hated Man on the Internet tells the story of the frankly disgusting Hunter Moore and his creation — the website IsAnyoneUp.com. With the intent of ruining people’s lives and collecting as many victims as possible, Moore’s fronting of the horrifying revenge porn epidemic is simply frightening, with this documentary offering not just Moore’s story but also the story of his victims. Gripping and terrifyingly real, The Most Hated Man on the Inte...
- Uncut Gems (2019) Adam Sandler was, frankly, robbed of an Academy Award nomination for this. The oft-critically-maligned megastar delivers his best performance to date, as towering presence Howard Ratner, in Ben Safdie and Josh Safdie‘s riveting crime caper about a compulsive gambler who puts everything on the bet of a lifetime.
- Legend (2015) Tom Hardy stars alongside Tom Hardy in the true story of the Kray twins. Taron Egerton plays a small supporting role (this is just before his star exploded and he became one of the most popular actors on the planet).
- The Hateful Eight (2015) There was something undeniably transporting and nostalgic about the limited-engagement 70mm Roadshow presentation of The Hateful Eight over the 2015 holidays.
- The Irishman (2019) Martin Scorses e‘s long-gestating crime epic, centered on and Jimmy Hoffa, is an extraordinary achievement in rich, slow-burn character development.
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Jan 17, 2024 · This new Netflix series is from filmmakers Felicity Morris and Bernadette Higgins, the duo behind The Tinder Swindler, a true crime movie that took Netflix by storm in 2022, American...
- Christine Persaud
- A Murder at the End of the World (2023) Released in late 2023, A Murder at the End of the World is a thought-provoking psychological thriller/drama that combines your traditional murder mystery with a tone reminiscent of Black Mirror.
- The Outsider (2020) Another psychological horror crime drama, The Outsider takes its criminal case in a more supernatural direction, but there’s still a core storyline that follows law enforcement investigating a death.
- Mare of Easttown (2021) Another female-led crime drama like True Detective season 4, Mare of Easttown stars Kate Winslet as Marianne “Mare” Sheehan, a detective sergeant investigating a murder and disappearance.
Aug 27, 2021 · Here are 6 you shouldn’t miss. Billy Milligan in “Monsters Inside: The 24 Faces of Billy Milligan.”. TV critic Lorraine Ali is one of the biggest true-crime buffs on The Times TV team ...
Apr 10, 2024 · Created by Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich filmmaker Joe Berlinger, Netflix is coming up with a new crime TV series this 2024 titled Crime Scene Berlin: Nightlife Killer, that is based on a true story. Crime Scene is a much-loved true crime series that follows investigations into suspicious deaths.
