True crime continues to be one of the most popular genres in streaming. Here are the docuseries that have everyone talking.

The Cold Case Breakthrough

A new Netflix series reexamines a decades-old case with modern forensic technology. The results are shocking — and may lead to the case finally being solved.

The Scandal

This investigative series exposes corruption at the highest levels of a major industry. The reporting is meticulous, and the revelations are jaw-dropping.

The Missing

A deeply personal series from the family of a missing person. Their search for answers is both heartbreaking and inspiring.

The Cult

A limited series about a religious group that started with good intentions and descended into something sinister. Former members share their stories with remarkable courage.

The Wrongful Conviction

This series follows the legal fight to free someone who may have been wrongly imprisoned for 20 years. The evidence is compelling, and the emotional stakes are enormous.

Why We’re Fascinated

True crime speaks to our desire for justice and our fear of the unknown. The best series in the genre don’t exploit — they illuminate.