True crime enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the release of a new documentary series, Friends Like These: The Murder of Skylar Neese, set to premiere on Hulu and Disney+ on Friday, 6th March. The three-part series delves into the tragic 2013 murder of 16-year-old Skylar Neese in West Virginia.
The trailer reveals that Skylar vanished from her home and was found dead 72 hours later. The series features exclusive interviews with her family, including parents Dave and Mary, and explores the deteriorating relationship with her two best friends.
Online reactions have been emotional, with one YouTube commenter describing it as a 'heartbreaking case' and another expressing relief that a documentary has finally been made. The series promises to uncover new revelations about one of the most notorious murder cases of the 2010s.
According to the synopsis, the documentary examines Skylar's life through social media posts, intimate interviews and her own words, capturing the pressures of adolescence and the devastating consequences when friendship turns to betrayal.
