Movies and TvShows featuring "serial-killer-as-protagonist" theme.

Dexter Morgan, a blood spatter analyst for the Miami Metro Police Department, leads a double life. During the day, he helps solve crimes by analyzing blood splatter patterns. But at night, Dexter satisfies his dark urges by tracking down and killing other murderers who have evaded the justice system. As Dexter struggles to maintain his so-called 'code' and keep his activities hidden, he navigates relationships, grapples with his own dark past, and tries to balance his 'normal' life with his compulsions.

You follows the story of a dangerously charming man named Joe Goldberg, who becomes obsessed with a woman he meets at the bookstore. As his love turns into an obsession, Joe uses social media and his skills to stalk and manipulate her, resorting to murder to protect their relationship.

Arrow is a TV show about Oliver Queen, a billionaire playboy who becomes a vigilante known as the Green Arrow after being stranded on a deserted island for five years. Oliver returns to Star City with a mission to fight crime and corruption using his exceptional archery skills and a list of names given to him by his father. As the Green Arrow, Oliver must navigate his dual identity while battling enemies like Deathstroke, Black Canary, and other DC Comics villains. The show is filled with action, adventure, drama, and mystery as Oliver fights to save his city and become a hero.

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.

Patrick Bateman, a wealthy New York City investment banking executive, hides his alternate psychopathic ego from his co-workers and friends as he delves deeper into his violent and hedonistic fantasies.

In 1918 Texas, Pearl, a young woman living on her parents' farm, is captivated by movies and dreams of becoming a chorus girl. As she spirals into madness, she indulges in abusing morphine and commits a series of murders, including her parents and a projectionist. Pearl's ultimate goal is to create a comfortable home for her husband who returns unexpectedly from war.

The House That Jack Built follows the story of a psychopathic architect named Jack who becomes a serial killer, indulging in extreme violence and murder while he builds his twisted vision of a house. The movie explores themes of obsession, cruelty, and the depths of human depravity.

Aileen Wuornos, an aging prostitute, meets Selby and they quickly form a passionate relationship. However, Aileen's encounters with abusive clients push her to become a serial killer, targeting johns for money and vengeance. As the truth is revealed, their relationship deteriorates, leading to Aileen's arrest and eventual execution.

A chronicle of the crimes of Ted Bundy from the perspective of Liz, his longtime girlfriend, who refused to believe the truth about him for years. Opening in 1969, single mother Elizabeth Kendall (Lily Collins) is at a college bar when she meets a charming stranger named Theodore 'Ted' Robert Bundy (Zac Efron). Over the years, as Ted is arrested and stands trial for his crimes, Liz struggles to come to terms with the reality of who Ted really is.

Happy Birthday to Me is a slasher film about a group of college students who are targeted by a masked killer on their birthdays. As the bodies start piling up, the survivors must figure out who is behind the murders before it's too late.

After his wife and daughter are brutally assaulted, an ordinary man takes matters into his own hands, becoming a vigilante to exact revenge on those responsible. He embarks on a one-man crusade against the criminals plaguing the city, dispensing his own brand of justice.

Maniac is a grindhouse horror film about a deranged schizophrenic killer who scalps his victims. He targets women and murders them one by one, leaving behind a trail of brutal violence and gore. As the body count rises, the maniac's psychotic tendencies become more disturbing. Set in the gritty streets of New York City, this cult classic will leave you terrified and disturbed.

When a series of gruesome murders shake up a small town, the police are on a race against time to find the sadistic serial killer before he strikes again. As they delve deeper into the twisted mind of the killer, they uncover dark secrets and unexpected connections that complicate the investigation. With lives at stake and time running out, the detectives must navigate through a web of deceit and betrayal to bring the ruthless murderer to justice.

Ted Bundy is a movie that tells the true story of the notorious serial killer who committed a series of brutal crimes in the 1970s. The film explores Bundy's twisted mind, his heinous acts of violence, and the criminal investigation that ultimately led to his capture. It delves into his manipulative charm, his disturbing obsession with violence against women, and his eventual downfall through the criminal justice system.

After witnessing his parents' murder by a man dressed as Santa Claus, a traumatized young man grows up and becomes a killer Santa himself, seeking revenge and spreading terror during the Christmas season.

Based on the true story, 'Dahmer' dives into the disturbing life of Jeffrey Dahmer, a serial killer who preyed on young men and indulged in acts of necrophilia and cannibalism. The film explores his twisted psyche and the events that led to his capture.

Serial Mom is a dark comedy about a seemingly perfect housewife who descends into a killing spree, targeting those she finds offensive or annoying. Set in suburban Baltimore, the film follows her journey as she tries to maintain a normal family life while indulging in her sadistic tendencies. Based on a supposedly true story, Serial Mom is a satirical take on the suburban family dynamic and the obsession with perfection.

After the death of her partner, a pregnant woman seeks revenge and goes on a murder spree, targeting those she believes are responsible. As her due date approaches, her violent tendencies escalate, and she becomes more ruthless in her pursuit. Along the way, she encounters various characters and situations that add twists to her dark journey.

This 7-part season is filled with expert interviews and in-depth portraits of some of America's most infamous killers including John Wayne Gacy, David Berkowitz, Richard Ramirez, James DeAngelo, Aileen Wuornos, Jeffrey Dahmer, Andrew Cunanan, Ted Bundy and many others.

Bloodline is a crime thriller movie about an introverted protagonist who seeks vengeance against her abusive parents. After disposing of her father's body, she embarks on a killing spree targeting other abusive individuals. As a high school guidance counselor by day, she maintains a secret life as a vigilantism serial killer. The movie explores themes of vigilante justice, the blurred lines of morality, and the consequences of taking the law into one's own hands.