A new ranking has named the best true crime shows of the past ten years, highlighting a genre that has captivated millions of viewers. The list, compiled in alphabetical order, includes a mix of documentaries and narrative dramas that have left audiences shocked and intrigued.
Among the top picks is 'The Act', a limited series based on the real-life story of Gypsy Rose Blanchard, who was convicted of murdering her mother after years of alleged abuse. Patricia Arquette won an Emmy for her role in the series, which is available on Hulu in the US and for purchase on Prime in the UK.
Another standout is 'DAHMER. Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story', featuring Evan Peters' haunting portrayal of the serial killer. The Netflix series earned awards recognition for Peters and co-star Niecy Nash-Betts. 'Dr. Death', based on the podcast, dramatises the crimes of Dr Christopher Duntsch and Dr Paolo Macchiarini, with season one holding a 93% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
The list also includes 'A Friend of the Family', which recounts the kidnapping of Jan Broberg by Robert Berchtold, and 'Murdaugh Murders: A Southern Scandal', a docuseries exploring the crimes of Alex Murdaugh. Other notable entries are 'The Curious Case Of Natalia Grace', which examines a disputed adoption case, and Ryan Murphy's 'The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story'.
