True crime documentaries you can watch

By Entertainment Desk | August 12, 2025

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This HBO docuseries follows eccentric millionaire Robert Durst, suspected of multiple murders. The shocking finale features an accidental confession caught on mic, making it one of the most jaw-dropping true crime stories ever captured on camera.

The Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst” (2015)

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This Netflix series explores the controversial case of Steven Avery, a Wisconsin man exonerated for one crime only to be convicted of another. The documentary raises serious questions about police misconduct and judicial fairness.

Making a Murderer” (2015 – Present)

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A twisted online manhunt unfolds when internet sleuths track down Luka Magnotta, a killer who posted disturbing animal cruelty videos before escalating to murder. This Netflix doc is both chilling and addictive.

Don’t Fk with Cats: Hunting an Internet Killer

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A shocking exposé on Simon Leviev, a conman who used Tinder to scam women out of millions by posing as a wealthy diamond heir. This Netflix documentary reveals the dark side of digital dating and financial fraud.

The Tinder Swindler (2022)

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Using real police footage and social media posts, this Netflix film reconstructs the horrifying case of Chris Watts, who murdered his pregnant wife and two daughters in 2018. A haunting look at family annihilators.

American Murder: The Family Next Door (2020)

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This Netflix docuseries dives into the terrifying crimes of Richard Ramirez, the 1980s serial killer who terrorized California. Featuring chilling interviews with detectives and survivors, it’s a must-watch for true crime fans.

The Night Stalker: The Hunt for a Serial Killer (2021)

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Exploring the mysterious death of Elisa Lam at the infamous Cecil Hotel, this Netflix series blends true crime with eerie urban legends. The case remains one of the internet’s most debated mysteries.

Crime Scene: The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel (2021)

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A deep dive into the trial of Michael Peterson, accused of killing his wife Kathleen after she was found dead at the bottom of their staircase. With twists spanning decades, this HBO/Netflix series questions whether it was murder or a tragic accident.

The Staircase (2004 – 2018)

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This Netflix documentary unravels the bizarre 2003 “pizza bomber” case, where a bank robbery plot involved a collar bomb, a scavenger hunt, and multiple deaths. The twists are stranger than fiction.

Evil Genius: The True Story of America’s Most Diabolical Bank Heist (2018)

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Using never-before-heard interviews with Bundy himself, this Netflix series provides a chilling insight into the mind of one of America’s most notorious serial killers. A must-watch for psychological crime analysis.

Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes (2019)

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