Netflix has become a treasure trove for true crime documentaries, drawing audiences into worlds of mysteries, investigations, and criminal trials. These documentaries take us on a journey through some of the most gripping and harrowing cases from around the globe. Here are some of the best Netflix true crime documentaries that have captivated viewers:

1.”Making a Murderer“: This series follows Steven Avery, a man from Manitowoc County, Wisconsin, who served 18 years in prison for wrongful conviction of sexual assault and attempted murder. He was later exonerated by DNA evidence, only to find himself in hot water once more, charged with a different crime.

2.”The Staircase“: Originally a television miniseries that first aired in 2004, Netflix picked up “The Staircase” and added new episodes to continue the story of Michael Peterson, a novelist accused of murdering his wife in 2001 after she was found dead at the bottom of the staircase in their home.

3.”Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes”: This chilling documentary delves into the life of Ted Bundy, one of America’s most notorious serial killers, through audio interviews recorded while he was on death row in Florida.

4.”The Keepers”:This docuseries explores the unsolved murder of Sister Cathy Cesnik, a beloved nun and Catholic high school teacher in Baltimore. As former students investigate the case decades later, they uncover layers of church corruption and conspiracies.

5.”Wild Wild Country“: This documentary series tells the unbelievable true story of Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh (Osho), his personal aide Ma Anand Sheela, and their community of followers in the Rajneeshpuram community located in Wasco County, Oregon during the 1980s.

6.”Evil Genius: The True Story of America’s Most Diabolical Bank Heist”: This documentary investigates the bizarre case known as the “pizza bomber heist” and the strange set of characters alleged to be involved in this intricate plot.

7.”American Murder: The Family Next Door”: With an intimate look at the tragic case involving Chris Watts and his admission to killing his pregnant wife Shanann and their two young daughters, this documentary pieces together social media posts, law enforcement recordings, text messages, and home video footage.

8.”The Confession Tapes“: In this series, viewers delve into various cases where individuals claim their confessions to crimes were coerced or obtained falsely by law enforcement officers.

9.”Don’t Fk with Cats:Hunting an Internet Killer”: This gripping docuseries tracks a group of internet sleuths who band together to track down Luka Magnotta after he shared videos online harming animals and eventually committing murder.

10.”Trial by Media“: This series examines some of the most dramatic and sensational trials in recent history exploring how media coverage may have impacted justice.

True crime fanatics have these documentaries to thank for hours of compelling viewing that not only entertain but also educate about the intricacies and failings sometimes present in legal systems worldwide.