Movies and TvShows featuring "true-crime-documentary" theme.

This harrowing half-hour archive series revisits some of the most brutal killers in modern history, reviewing news footage and the words of the killers themselves to see which terrifying traits each killer exhibited. What are the signs...of evil?

Very Scary People is a gripping TV show that delves into the dark minds of infamous individuals, uncovering their heinous crimes and the motives behind them.

Follow the chilling story of the Golden State Killer as an amateur detective and writer explores his crimes and uncovers shocking details.

Uncovers the extraordinary truth behind some of the Mafia's most notorious outlaws, and reveals how the FBI and law enforcement developed the techniques to crack the organization and bring it to justice. This is the story of the rise and fall of the Mafia, told by the people who brought it down.

All serial killers commit murder to satisfy their grand fantasies, but the murderers featured in this true-crime docuseries take it one step further, committing heinous acts that allow them to extend their fantasies and relive the excitement of their crimes again and again.

Gangland is a gripping true crime documentary series that delves into the dangerous and violent world of gangs. It explores the power struggles, gang wars, and criminal activities carried out by various gang leaders and their members. This show provides an in-depth look at the extreme and brutal realities of gang life.

Murder on Middle Beach is a true crime documentary series that follows a son's investigation into his mother's unsolved murder. Through interviews, home movie footage, and secret recordings, he uncovers dark secrets and hidden connections within his own family. Along the way, he delves into topics such as divorce, Ponzi schemes, alcoholism, and the struggles of a grieving family.

Violence and corruption pulsed through the soul of the Gangster Empire during the heyday of Prohibition and the Atlantic City Boardwalk.

The story behind the world's most infamous haunted house tale: the Amityville murders. This is the first elevated look at every aspect of this wildly layered story about the heinous murder of a family of six that became eclipsed by paranormal controversy. 

In this true-crime documentary, a charismatic rebel in 1990s Seattle pulls off an unprecedented string of bank robberies straight out of the movies.

Join the investigation into the Zodiac Killer, a suspected serial killer who terrorized the San Francisco Bay Area in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Explore the crimes and follow the dedicated investigators as they search for clues and try to crack the cryptic messages left by the killer. Dive into the chilling world of true crime with this gripping and suspenseful documentary.

The Killing Season is a chilling and captivating true-crime documentary series that explores the unsolved cases of a serial killer in Long Island, New York. The series delves into the heinous crimes, police corruption, and the victims' stories, shedding light on a dark chapter in American history.

The FBI Files is a true crime documentary series that investigates real-life FBI cases, from murder investigations to kidnapping and more. Through detailed reenactments, expert interviews, and narration, the show takes viewers deep into the world of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and showcases the meticulous work of FBI agents in solving some of the most challenging cases in history.

Crime Scene: The Times Square Killer is a gripping true crime documentary series that delves into the horrifying story of a sadistic serial killer who targeted prostitutes in 1970s New York City. Through a combination of interviews, archival footage, and reenactments, the show takes viewers on a thrilling journey as detectives from the NYPD race against time to catch the elusive killer and bring him to justice.

Elize Matsunaga: Once Upon a Crime is a captivating TV show that delves into the real-life murder case of Elize Matsunaga. The series examines the heinous crime, the investigation, and the subsequent trial, providing a compelling look into one of Brazil's most notorious criminal cases.

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.

Each episode of this true-crime series begins with the grisly discovery of a body and the onset of an intense investigation. When police think they've solved the case, shocking twists sends each investigation into the depths of evil.

World’s Most Evil Killers delves into the gripping real-life stories of the world’s most terrifying and prolific killers. From Fred and Rose West to Ed Gein – The Clown Killer – and even to The Milwaukee Cannibal. Each episode focuses on one notorious killer and features authentic first-hand accounts of their behavior, from detectives who ran the case, journalists who reported on the stories, relatives, and at times survivors, alongside series experts who provide analysis. These criminologists, crime journalists and psychologists examine how the infamous killers made headlines both nationally and internationally and why they still continue to evoke fear and fascination in the public eye.