10 Series Based on True Crime Cases That Will Chill Your Bones

1. Mindhunter

Where to start with this one? FBI, the late 1970s. We got agents Holden Ford and Bill Tench teaming up. Their mission? Interviewing incarcerated serial killers to understand their psychology for the FBI's new Behavioral Science Unit. Creepy, huh? People said it's like stepping into the minds of monsters, and the creators did such a good job, it really does feel like it. Terrifying, intriguing, and eye-opening – it's all wrapped in one package.

2. Making a Murderer

Our main character is Steven Avery, a man from Wisconsin. He's wrongfully convicted of sexual assault, spends 18 years behind bars. But here's the twist – he's released in 2003 because of DNA evidence. Freedom, right? Hold on. In 2005, Avery's accused again, this time for murder. It's a whirlwind of investigations, questionable legal maneuvers, and a divided public opinion. Some scream "innocent", others, "guilty". It's a ride, I tell you. You'll be guessing till the very end.

3. The Confession Tapes

Stories where confessions aren't as they seem. Six different cases, folks confessing to crimes. But were they really guilty? Or pressured by the police? It delves into the murky world of confessions, where innocence and guilt blur. Some claim it's gripping, others say it's a tad slow, but everyone agrees: It leaves you questioning justice system with all its flaws.

4. The Keepers

A beloved nun, Sister Cathy Cesnik, disappears in 1969. Months later, her body's found, but the killer remains a mystery. Yet, here's where things get more convoluted. Fast-forward, decades pass. Former students start revealing tales of abuse by the school's chaplain. Could there be a link? The Keepers is a painful journey through hidden secrets and conspiracies, where the shadows of the past refuse to fade.

5. The Night Of

New York City. Night out. A young man, Naz, wakes up with a dead woman beside him. Did he do it? He can't remember. The city's convinced he's guilty. What follows is a complex trial, racial tensions, and a detailed look into the criminal justice system. The Night Of got fairly mixed response: some rave about its realism, others criticize its pacing. But hey, can't please everyone, right?

6. Evil Genius

Pizza delivery guy walks into a bank, right? It's no joke. He's got a bomb around his neck, and he's demanding money. If it sounds bizarre, that's because it is. Turns out, it's part of a twisted scavenger hunt masterminded by Marjorie Diehl-Armstrong. A tale of mental illness, manipulation, and sheer wickedness. Some say it's so bizarre, you'd think Hollywood made it up. But nope, all real. Once again proves reality can be stranger (and sometimes scarier) than fiction.

7. When They See Us

Remember the Central Park Five? Five teens, wrongfully accused of assaulting a jogger in 1989. Racism, media frenzy, coerced confessions – the whole shebang. It's directed by Ava DuVernay, so you know it's got that touch. It's brutal, heart-wrenching, and infuriating. Some viewers claim it's biased, while others believe it's a much-needed narrative. Dive in, but prepare for an emotional rollercoaster.

8. Don't F**k with Cats

Some dude uploads a video – he's killing kittens. The internet, in its righteous anger, bands together to find him. But as they dig deeper, they unearth more sinister crimes. It's like a cat-and-mouse game (pun absolutely intended). It's not just a hunt for a killer, it's a dive into online sleuthing. Some folks love its edginess, while others are taken aback by its graphic nature. This is a fair warning: tread carefully.

9. Dirty John

Online dating. Ah, the modern love story. Debra meets John, thinks he's the one. But her family? They're suspicious. As layers peel back, John's dark past emerges. It's a chilling reminder that monsters don't always lurk in shadows. Some might find it melodramatic, but others? They're hooked by the suspense.

10. The Act

Gypsy Rose Blanchard. Ever heard the name? A girl, seemingly sick, bound to a wheelchair. But there's a twist: her mother's making her illness up. Gypsy realizes the truth and plots her escape. A dark tale of deception, control, and desperation. It's disturbing, riveting, and, according to some, a tad too sensationalized. But isn't that what makes it binge-worthy?