As we enter 2024, it’s time to dive into the realm of gripping true crime documentaries that have dominated the OTT platforms, including Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. If you’re a fervent true-crime enthusiast, eagerly anticipating a thrilling series to binge-watch, look no further. Here’s a rundown of the most popular and trending shows based on spine-chilling, real-life stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Mumbai Mafia: Police Vs Underworld
“Mumbai Mafia: Police Vs Underworld” is a Netflix documentary film produced by Morgan Matthews and Sophie Jones, with direction by Raaghav Dar and Francis Longhurst under the banner of Minnow Films. This gripping documentary delves into the intense conflicts between the Mumbai Police and the notorious Indian mafia led by Dawood Ibrahim, alongside key figures like Abu Salem and others. Through exclusive interviews with Mumbai’s finest officers, the documentary offers an inside look at their experiences in tackling and confronting crimes involving underworld mafias.
Where to watch: Netflix
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The Hunt for Veerappan
Netflix presents “The Hunt for Veerappan,” a true crime docuseries that unravels the riveting saga of the feared smuggler Veerappan and the two-decade-long manhunt that ensued in South India. This series delves deep into the life and downfall of the notorious bandit who terrorized the region during the 1990s and 2000s. Directed by Selvamani Selvaraj and produced by Apoorva Bakshi and Monisha Thyagarajan, this gripping tale is a must-watch for true crime aficionados.
Where to watch: Netflix
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Dancing on the Grave
“Dancing on the Grave” is a true crime film directed by Patrick Graham for Amazon Prime Video and produced by India Today. It delves into the haunting murder of Shakereh Khaleeli, a prominent Indian real estate developer and philanthropist, which occurred in Bangalore, India, during the early ’90s. This chilling true crime series will keep you guessing until the very end.
Where to watch: Prime Video
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Victim/Suspect
Available on Netflix, “Victim/Suspect” is a compelling documentary that unveils the harrowing stories of young women who report sexual assaults to the police, only to find themselves charged with making false reports, arrested, and even imprisoned by the very system they believed would protect them. Investigative journalist Rae de Leon takes you on a journey to uncover these disturbing accounts of injustice.
Where to watch: Netflix
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Ice Cold: Murder, Coffee and Jessica Wongso
“Ice Cold: Murder, Coffee and Jessica Wongso” is a 2023 Indonesian-Singaporean true crime documentary film directed by Rob Sixsmith. It explores the enigmatic case of the 2016 murder of Wayan Mirna Salihin, allegedly perpetrated by her friend Jessica Kumala Wongso. This documentary delves into the unanswered questions surrounding Jessica Wongso’s trial years after the tragic incident. With Wongso behind bars, the film sheds light on the perspectives of Salihin’s family, Wongso’s defence, the public prosecutors, witnesses, experts, and journalists. It also offers insights into the nature of Indonesia’s criminal justice system, which some believed was flawed in Wongso’s conviction.
Where to watch: Netflix
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Get ready to immerse yourself in these enthralling true crime originals from 2023 as you step into 2024 – a year full of suspense, mystery, and gripping narratives that you won’t want to miss.