Some of the most fascinating people are the evilest. Serial killers have been a widespread phenomenon and dominating news stories for decades. The intrigue of learning the stories behind these renowned criminals has continuously drawn audiences in. With the popularity of Netflix’s Dahmer and books like Helter Skelter, there’s no question that people are hungry for more—and there’s plenty to choose from.
There are an array of shows, books, documentaries, and more about serial killers real and fictionalized. Read about Jack the Ripper’s anonymous rampage through London in the 1880s or how they finally discovered the identity of the Zodiac Killer in recent years. If you’re a fan of true crime in any capacity, there’s something out there about serial killers for you.
Here are some chilling places to start:
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Two barrels. Four bodies. A decades-long murder mystery.
By Gary Sweeney
The killers behind these terrifying crimes remain unidentified to this day.
The "Ogress of Reading" was rumored to be responsible for the deaths of 400 children.
By Jamie Bogert
The author of Mindhunter's latest book brings his most terrifying cases to new light.
Always mocked for his size, Gaskins was intent on getting the last laugh.
The secret locked in her mansion attic was so vile, it inspired decades of ghost stories, crime books, and even a character on American Horror Story.
Up to 200 victims may have died at his 1890's Chicago "Murder Castle."
By John Freund
Bind, Torture, Kill: the mantra that haunted Kansas.
Fiona Cummins's serial killer horror novel will invade your nightmares.
Hallie Rubenhold retraces the footsteps of the five victims murdered by London’s infamous serial killer.
Warning: These chilling listens are NOT for sensitive ears.
By Abbey White
China's Jack the Ripper is an eerie echo of the original.
By John Freund
Are mass shooters just serial killers in disguise?
By John Freund
After more than 130 years, the Ripper's identity may have finally been revealed.
By John Freund
Enter the basement of America's Killer Clown, one of the most notorious serial killers in history.
Ted Bundy’s story was just the beginning.
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By John Freund
The twisted tales of these female serial killers are downright chilling.
Workers turned their attention to the hog pen, where they unearthed a grisly scene...
These films are hard to watch because you know they’re true.