20 Movies, Shows to Stream if You Love True Crime Genre

Murder most foul or accident? This series explores the nuances behind the death of novelist Michael Peterson's wife. Stream it on Netflix.

Get in on with the authorities investigating some of the most mysterious crime cases. Stream it on Voot Select

Your fave funny guys Jonah Hill and James Franco star in this flick based on the true story of Michael Finkel, a journalist whose identity was being used by a man accused of murdering his family! Yep, its a true story. Stream it on Amazon Prime Video

Serial killers, violent cult leaders, murderers...have you ever wondered why some people do the things they do? This series seeks answers to that question with interviews with some of the most notorious criminals.

A chilling, Golden Globe nominated movie based on the torture and murder of a teen Sylvia Likens by a single mother Gertrude Baniszewski. This one will chill you to the bones. Stream it on Amazon Prime Video

A loose-retelling of a series of crimes involving extortion and murder by a gym-freak gang. Stranger things have truly happened... Stream it on Google Play Movies

Death row inmates tell the tale of their crimes... Stream it on Netflix

Take stock of some of the most sensational crimes across the globe that shaped history and gave a peek into the dark ways of human mind. Stream it on Amazon Prime Video

If you thought a confession of guilt is all that it took to prove you are a criminal, this series will change (and boggle) your mind with real footage of the 'confession tapes'. Stream it on Netflix

A loose retelling of the life story of the youngest FBI informant, Richard Wershe Jr. aka White Boy Rick. This compelling story will make you believe on the importance of every action you take and how it can affect your life. Stream it on Google Play Movies

A detailed documentary about the mysterious disappearance of three-year-old Madeleine McCann, tells the haunting story about the incident that shook the world 12 years ago. Also includes new information and the possible angles leading up to the event. Stream it on Netflix

A movie based on the horrifying true events, this deals with the abduction of 17-year-old Peggy Banks by an ex-convict and mental patient, William Diller Hollenbaugh. Stream it on Amazon Prime Video

The rise, fall and subsequent death by suicide of the prolific sportsman Aaron Hernandez deals with his alleged criminal behaviour. More importantly, also asks questions about sports injuries and how they can affect your life. Stream it on Netflix.

If finance crimes and money heists are your jam, then this documentary is right up your alley as it explores how changes in the policy environment and banking practices helped create the Financial crisis of 2007–2008. Stream it on Google Play Movies

Based on the Noida double murders in 2008 that shook the entire country...and still have no closure, the movie gives the viewers three different view points but the question remains - Whodunnit? Stream it on Hotstar

Fearsome yet intriguing, the human mind has always been a mystery especially when it comes to psychopaths. Are they born that way, is it imbalance in the brain, a head injury or is it because of the society? This show seeks to answer some tough questions. Stream it on Amazon Prime Video

Convicted and acquitted twice for the murder of Meredith Kercher, Amanda Knox share her side of the story in her namesake documentary. It was a case with many open endings and umpteen blunderings... Stream it on Netflix

A thoroughly interesting political crime drama about the life of gangster-turned-politician Arun Gawli. This flick will take you in the underbelly of Mumbai and is a thoroughly interesting watch. Stream it on Amazon Prime Video

Confessions that convicted six for a notorious murder case in Iceland 40 years ago may not be what they seem. Is it delayed justice or something else entirely? Stream it on Netflix