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.

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.

A father and teen daughter attend a pop concert, where they realize they're at the center of a dark and sinister event.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Peeping Tom follows the story of Mark Lewis, a voyeuristic filmmaker who becomes a serial killer. Obsessed with capturing fear on camera, Mark documents his murders while struggling with the traumatic childhood experiences that shaped his psychopathic tendencies.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

In this surreal comedy, a father and son duo live together and run a disco walking tour business during the day, and may or may not be a pair of serial killers by night. As tensions rise, strange and grotesque events unfold, including the Greasy Strangler, who strangles his victims to death with a piece of clothing. Filled with black humor, crude jokes, and shocking scenes, this movie is not for the faint of heart.

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.

Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer is a chilling exploration of the life and crimes of Henry, a cold-blooded serial killer. Set in Chicago, the film delves into the dark and sadistic mind of Henry as he embarks on a killing spree with his deranged companion Otis. Based on a true story, this gritty and violent film is not for the faint of heart.