9 must-watch serial killer documentaries 

Arshi Khanam

True crime documentaries 

If you get intrigued with sensational and true crime whodunnits, here are some binge-worthy documentaries to watch on a lazy weekend. 

Night Stalker: The Hunt For a Serial Killer (Netflix) 

Set in the glamourous city of Los Angeles, this mini-series revolves around a notorious serial killer involved in murders and sexual assaults.  

Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes (Netflix) 

This documentary sheds light on the twisted mind of America’s notorious killer Ted Bundy via audio tapes and archival interviews. 

Indian Predator: The Butcher of Delhi (Netflix) 

A haunting tale of murder, justice and crime investigation that revolves around India’s ruthless killer who threw severed victim’s body parts outside Tihar Jail. 

The Raincoat Killer: Chasing a Predator in Korea (Netflix) 

Set against the backdrop of 2000s Seoul, this gripping documentary casts a shadow of fear as it revolves around a merciless serial killer who bludgeoned his victims with a hammer  

The Ripper (Netflix) 

This British four-part docuseries revolves around the Yorkshire Ripper murders involving sex workers and other innocent victims.  

Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story (Netflix) 

A spine-chilling docuseries narrated by the victims of Dahmer. Packed with archival footage and a fictionalized version of the true crime, it is a must-watch. 

The Confession Killer (Netflix) 

This captivating documentary revolves around America’s most prolific serial killer Henry Lee Lucas as he confesses to hundreds of murders. 

Born to Kill (YouTube) 

A riveting documentary that sheds light on the twisted minds of the serial killers to understand what drives them to this psychopathic behaviour.  

The Murder Network (Veely TV) 

Set in Nazi France, this documentary traces the events of a brutal serial killer who is a psychotic doctor.