9 Bingeworthy True Crime Documentaries To Feed Your Curiosity About Dark, Twisted Criminal Minds

9 Bingeworthy True Crime Documentaries To Feed Your Curiosity About Dark, Twisted Criminal Minds

Sometimes in life, truth has the potential to be way stranger than fiction, the very existence of ‘true crime’ is the absolute proof of that. It was about 7 years ago that the Emmy-winning series ‘Making a Murderer’ showed up on Netflix and the genre of true-crime documentaries shot up exceptionally after that. Contrary to most expectations, it’s still a wildly popular genre on Netflix and other OTT platforms. it brings you closer to the demented, surprising and mind-wrecking reality of crime around the globe. Are you a fan of true crime documentaries? Here’s the ultimate list to feed your needs!

Making a Murderer

9 True Crime Documentaries That You Have To Watch

1. Conversations With A Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes

Ted Bundy

According to me, this is one of the best true crime documentaries of all time. it dares to cover the true story of a serial killer who’s one of the most feared criminals in American history. What makes this documentary more special is that it is no one other than Ted himself telling his story with such charm that it makes you wonder if he was being framed for the murders. This is a skill in itself. Watch this true-crime series when you have enough time because I guarantee that it’s gonna turn into a binge-fest.

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2. The Mystery of Marilyn Monroe: The Unheard Tapes

Marilyn

Being a big fan of Marilyn Monroe, her untimely and surprising death was always of extreme suspicion and interest to me, and the very fact that this documentary investigates the same puts it at the very top of my list. This documentary tries to discuss all the conspiracy theories behind Marilyn’s death and leaves it up to you to decide which piece fits best in the jigsaw puzzle that is the end of her life.

3. BTK: Confessions of a Serial Killer

BTK

This true-crime documentary discusses the horrific crimes that occurred at the hands of the BTK killer and it dives into the mindset of the notorious serial killer, Dennis Rader. This documentary also provides us with the ultimate access into the mind of Rader and an outlook on his life, his family and his victims. So, the best part of this documentary is the fact that it takes you on a journey behind the scenes which makes it perfect for psychology buffs!

4. Inventing Anna

Inventing Anna

Imagine being a nobody and rising on the social ladder to a point where the entire world knows you. This story is about a woman who dared to do this and even managed to achieve it, the only difference being, that she took the criminal and illegal path. Anna Sorokin created a new identity and got dangerously close to making it in the world and getting off, skid-free. I must warn you, this series and its story are highly addictive.

5. Conversations With A Killer: The John Wayne Gacy Tapes

John Wayne Gacy

John Wayne Gacy is one of the most famous killers in American history. He was also known as the ‘clown killer’ and this documentary shocks you to the core as it brings you to face with the two faces of a man who looks innocent and responsible. The twists and turns in the story are shocking as it also showcases the sad reality of the pain and torture faced by the queer people in the 70s. The true crime series’ story is incredibly interesting.

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6. Night Stalker: The Hunt for a Serial Killer

Night stalker

Have you ever heard the story of the serial killer who killed because Satan asked him to? Well, meet him in the flesh. This documentary not only captures the Night Stalker himself along with his actions and court presences, but it also captures the interesting chase that took place when the law enforcement took an oath to bring this criminal behind the bars. This chase and the charisma of the Night Stalker are enough to fix a spot here.

7. The Sons of Sam: A Descent Into Darkness

Son of Sam

The most amazing part about this true-crime series isn’t the main focus i.e. Son of Sam himself, it’s the conspiracy theories of Maury Perry, the journalist who dared to go above and beyond to solve these crimes. What makes it all the more special is the way his research unfolded to introduce us to elements of the crime and the criminals behind it that we didn’t even know, existed. Maury’s story lands this documentary a place on this list.

8. Crime Scene: The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel

Hotel Cecil

Hotel Cecil is one of the few hotels that are famous for being laden with criminal, supernatural and satanic activity. Crimes and criminal activity are a massive part of Hotel Cecil’s history. In fact, the famous Night Stalker (whose documentary is actually on this list) used to live here when he was hiding from the police. The true crime series follows the disappearance of Erica Lamb and how the police chased every clue in order to find out what actually happened to her. This series in itself was hands down, a proper experience.

9. House of Secrets: The Burari Deaths

Burari

Along with being one of the first Indian series in this genre, it is also slightly different and highly engaging in nature. It tells you a tale of twisted beliefs of resurrection that have the capability of taking the life of an entire family and turning it into the biggest disaster ever. So many deaths and such mass chaos engulfed everything. Was it murder? Or suicide? Was it just a mistake? Even the verdict of this case has the ability to leave you scratching your head. Watch this series to find out the dark truth that is hiding in the Burari’s House of Secrets.

Go ahead and start all of these interesting, baffling and puzzling true crime documentaries and you’re going to end up being obsessed with the genre itself. In fact. you would probably end up being addicted to each one of these series and end up binging them overnight- it’s a challenge!

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