Movies and TvShows featuring "murder-victim" theme.
The story of a cannibalistic serial killer named Jeffrey Dahmer, a.k.a. the Milwaukee Monster. It explores the police incompetence and apathy that allowed Dahmer to go on a killing spree. The series dramatizes multiple instances where Dahmer was almost apprehended but ultimately let go. Despite being a cleancut guy, Dahmer repeatedly received a free pass from both cops and lenient judges when charged with crimes.
Snapped is a true crime documentary series that focuses on female criminals who have committed homicide. Each episode explores the motives, the investigation process, and the aftermath of these crimes. The show combines interviews, reenactments, and forensic analysis to provide a comprehensive look at each case.
Five friends head out to rural Texas to visit the grave of a grandfather. On the way they stumble across what appears to be a deserted house, only to discover something sinister within. Something armed with a chainsaw.<br/><br/>The film opens on August 18, 1973, revealing that a cemetery in rural Texas has been vandalized. Sally and her brother Franklin travel to the site with their friends to check on their grandfather's grave. They decide to visit the abandoned family homestead, where they encounter a strange hitchhiker. After picking up some barbeque sandwiches, they finally arrive at the family home. While exploring, Pam and Kirk get lured inside the house and are killed by a chainsaw-wielding killer known as Leatherface. Jerry goes to search for them but is also killed. Sally and Franklin are then attacked, with Franklin being killed by Leatherface. Sally manages to escape to a gas station but is captured by the hitchhiker and the owners of the house. They torture her and plan to kill her, but Sally escapes and is rescued by a passing truck. Leatherface chases after her but is eventually left behind as Sally makes her escape.
A female prosecutor and a detective with a tragic past join forces to uncover the truth behind a string of murders in Seoul, South Korea. As they delve deeper into the investigation, they encounter corruption, power games, and a mastermind behind it all. With each clue they uncover, they realize that they cannot trust anyone, not even those within the justice system.
When a series of copycat killings occur, detectives Jake Doyle and Mary Kelly turn to the expertise of an imprisoned serial killer known as The Artist. As Mary delves into The Artist's disturbed mind, they find themselves caught in a deadly game of wits with both The Artist and his imitator, racing against time to outsmart and apprehend the killers.
A group of camp counselors trying to reopen a summer camp called Crystal Lake, which has a grim past, are stalked by a mysterious killer. As they refurbish the camp, strange incidents occur, and one by one, the counselors are murdered. They soon discover that they are trapped at the camp with no way to escape. The killer is revealed to be Mrs. Voorhees, the mother of a boy who drowned in the lake years ago. In a climactic showdown, the final survivor, Alice, manages to kill Mrs. Voorhees. However, as she thinks she is safe, she is attacked by the decomposing body of Mrs. Voorhees' son, Jason, and dragged into the lake.
Thief follows Frank, a skilled thief who is coerced into working for a powerful crime boss. As he navigates the criminal underworld of Chicago, Frank must deal with personal tragedies, ethical dilemmas, and the consequences of his actions. With his skills as a burglar and safe-cracker, Frank plans a diamond heist that could enable him to leave his life of crime behind. However, he soon realizes that escape is not as easy as he thought.
Darby Hart, a Gen Z amateur sleuth, attempts to solve a murder at a secluded retreat.
Four detectives in four different time periods of London find themselves investigating the same murder.
In a dystopian and impoverished future Australia, a vengeful policeman named Max Rockatansky takes it upon himself to stop a violent motorcycle gang. With the help of his fellow officer, Jim Goose, Max goes on a relentless pursuit to seek justice and avenge the death of his wife and child. Fueled by rage and equipped with a supercharged Pursuit Special, Max hunts down and eliminates the members of the gang one by one, leaving a trail of destruction in his path.
When a FBI agent investigates a string of brutal murders, he uncovers a deadly secret: an alien parasite is on a crime spree, taking over human bodies and leaving a trail of violence and revenge in its wake. As the agent digs deeper, he becomes entangled in a surreal world of mind control, alien life forms, and a senator with a hidden agenda. With time running out, he must stop the alien parasite before it possesses the city and unleashes chaos upon the world.
The Lovely Bones tells the story of Susie Salmon, a 14-year-old girl who is raped and murdered by her neighbor. From the afterlife, Susie watches over her family as they navigate their grief and search for her killer. As the years pass, Susie's family begins to heal and find closure, while Susie herself learns to let go and move on.
In a desperate hunt, the police race against time to catch a serial killer who is terrorizing Yorkshire. As the investigation unfolds, the cat and mouse game between the killer and the law enforcement intensifies, leading to a gripping confrontation.
Kairos is a gripping TV show that follows the story of a man who discovers a way to travel through time. He uses this ability to alter the future and save his daughter who has been kidnapped and is trapped in a collapsed building. Along the way, he uncovers a web of corruption, secret affairs, and betrayal that lead to unexpected twists and turns. As he races against time, he must navigate the consequences of his actions and face the challenges that come with altering the course of events. This gripping drama will keep you on the edge of your seat with its thrilling storyline and intense performances.
See No Evil (2014) is a thrilling TV show that follows a homicide detective as he investigates a murder using surveillance footage and photographic evidence. With the help of video evidence, the detective unravels the mystery behind the crime and brings the killer to justice.
A family traveling through the desert becomes stranded and soon finds themselves being hunted by a group of cannibalistic mutants. As they struggle to survive, they encounter unimaginable horrors and violence. Can they escape or will they become the next victims?
Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes is a TV show that dives deep into the twisted mind of notorious serial killer Ted Bundy. Through a collection of chilling interviews and archive footage, the series explores Bundy's crimes, his victims, and the shocking extent of his psychopathy. From his escapes from prison to his disturbing courtroom antics, this show is a gripping look into the mind of one of America's most infamous killers.
In New Orleans, Celeste Wood takes a gun manufacturer to court for her husband's death. Jury consultant Rankin Fitch uses illegal practices to manipulate the jury. Juror Nicholas Easter has a hidden agenda with his girlfriend Marlee to offer Fitch the verdict he wants for a price. Fitch orders Easter's apartment raided, but Marlee counters by getting one of Fitch's jurors removed. The cat and mouse game continues as Marlee raises her price and Fitch's witness blows up on the stand. Easter asks jurors to review the case, and Fitch pays Marlee the ransom. The gun manufacturer is found liable and Fitch is confronted by Easter and Marlee. Eventually, the $15 million ransom will go to the town of Gardner, Indiana.
The real-life stories behind unique homicide cases with in-depth interviews, authentic archival material and cinematic recreations all packaged together into a fresh spin in the genre.
Nightmare Next Door is a crime documentary TV show that delves into real-life homicide cases. Through reenactments and dramatizations, each episode explores the details and investigations of a different murder case. The series provides a unique and engaging insight into the world of homicide investigation.