Fall and spooky season just make true crime documentaries even more thrilling to watch. Maybe it’s due to the colder nights, or the way everything feels a little quieter when the sun goes down. Either way, this month’s lineup of true crime documentaries I have for you is packed with stories that get under your skin, and they hold the kind of darkness that can’t be written off as fiction. From Ed Gein’s eerie legacy to the twisted aftermath of the Murdaugh family, these are the shows everyone’s going to be talking about once the lights go out.
What is 'Monster: The Ed Gein' Story about?
Now on Netflix (premiered October 3, 2025), this is the third season of Ryan Murphy’s Monster anthology. With eight episodes, it takes a look at Ed Gein, the quiet Wisconsin man whose grave robbing and murders shocked the world and went on to inspire horror classics like Psycho and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. The show unpacks his troubled childhood and the eerie impact of his crimes on pop culture.
How does 'Murdaugh: Death in the Family' revisit the case?
Streaming on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ internationally from October 15 through November 19, 2025, this eight-episode series explores the downfall of the Murdaugh family. It blends wealth, tragedy, and scandal, digging into the events that shattered their influence in South Carolina.
Why is 'Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy' worth a watch?
Arriving October 16, 2025 on Peacock, this eight-part series goes inside one of the most infamous serial killer cases. It revisits how Gacy lived a seemingly normal suburban life while committing horrifying acts, asking how so many warning signs were overlooked.
What is 'The Perfect Neighbor' about?
Dropping on October 17 on Netflix, this new show explores the idea that danger can be lurking right next door. It looks at the secrets people hide behind closed doors, and how ordinary lives can unravel into disturbing revelations.
What is 'Turn of the Tide: The Surreal Story of Rabo de Peixe'?
Also landing October 17, this series tells the strange and true story of a drug-smuggling incident that rocked a small island community. What unfolds is stranger than fiction, mixing crime with surreal twists.
How personal is 'My Father the BTK Killer'?
Available on October 10, 2025 on Netflix, this series looks at Dennis Rader’s crimes through the perspective of his daughter. It’s a rare chance to see how a family member processes the unimaginable truth about their father.
What does 'Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers' cover?
Launching October 30 on Netflix, this show revisits the life of Aileen Wuornos. Beyond the headlines, it explores how her experiences shaped her path, making her one of the most infamous women in true crime history.
What’s new with 'The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox'?
Premiering in November 2025 on Hulu and Disney+, this series takes another look at the Amanda Knox case. It revisits the Italian trial, the intense media coverage, and the questions that still linger today.
How does 'Lockerbie: A Search for Truth' stand out?
Now streaming on Peacock, this series reflects on the 1988 bombing in Scotland. It highlights the families, the investigations, and the long fight for answers.
What is 'Sons of Ecstasy' about?
This Max original documentary follows the Gravano crime family and their role in the New York ecstasy trade. It mixes organized crime with the personal fallout of a family tied to the underworld.
