Looking for a jolt of adrenaline and a peek into the dark side of humanity? Here’s a list of 10 gripping true-crime documentaries on Netflix guaranteed to send shivers down your spine
The Keepers (2017): This unsettling series delves into the unsolved murder of a nun in Baltimore and the alleged cover-up by the Catholic Church. Be prepared for disturbing revelations and lingering questions.
The Staircase (2004-ongoing): This captivating series follows the story of Michael Peterson, a novelist accused of murdering his wife Kathleen. The twists and turns of this long-running documentary will keep you guessing.
American Murder: The Family Next Door (2020): This chilling docuseries examines the Watts family murders in Colorado. Entirely composed of home videos, police recordings, and news footage, it paints a disturbing portrait of a seemingly normal family harboring a dark secret.
The Devil You Know (2018): This docuseries explores the case of John Wayne Gacy, the infamous serial killer known as the “Killer Clown.” Through interviews with investigators and survivors, it sheds light on Gacy’s monstrous crimes.
Making a Murderer (2015-ongoing): This Emmy-winning series raises questions about the justice system by following the case of Steven Avery, a man convicted of murder twice, potentially while innocent.
The Act of Killing (2012): Not for the faint of heart, this disturbing Indonesian documentary explores the genocide of 1965-66 through the eyes of the killers themselves. A chilling look at the human capacity for violence.
Amanda Knox (2016): This docuseries revisits the case of Amanda Knox, an American college student accused of murder while studying abroad in Italy. It explores the media frenzy surrounding the case and the complexities of international justice.
Night Stalker: The Hunt for a Serial Killer (2021): This terrifying series chronicles the terrifying hunt for the “Night Stalker” who terrorized Los Angeles in the 80s. Expect suspenseful reenactments and interviews with detectives who cracked the case.
Don’t Fk With Cats: Hunting an Internet Killer (2019):** This unsettling docuseries starts with a seemingly lighthearted online investigation into animal cruelty but takes a dark turn as it unravels a potential serial killer case. Be warned, it can be disturbing for animal lovers.
Wild Wild Country (2018): This series explores the rise and fall of the controversial Rajneesh movement led by Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh. A bizarre and unsettling story of cults, manipulation, and violence.