True crime fans captivated by Maternal Instinct should make American Nightmare their next Netflix watch. The 2024 documentary series has been hailed as a must-see, surpassing Maternal Instinct in viewer ratings.
What Is American Nightmare About?
The three-part series focuses on Denise Huskins and Aaron Quinn, a couple whose California home was broken into in 2015. The perpetrator abducted Huskins, leaving Quinn behind. When Quinn reported the crime, police dismissed his account. Huskins returned over 48 hours later, but authorities remained skeptical.
A synopsis teases: "After a home invasion and abduction, a young couple's recounting of the events is too far-fetched for the police to believe. Why did the victims seem so calm? Was it all a hoax? From the filmmakers behind The Tinder Swindler, this docuseries unravels the consequences of our cultural rush to judgment."
Viewer and Critic Acclaim
American Nightmare boasts a 7.5-star rating on IMDb, slightly higher than Maternal Instinct's 7.4 stars. It also has a 95% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. One viewer declared: "Fantastic! Best documentary in years." Another said: "This is must-see territory. Completely enthralling." A third added: "From start to finish, I was hooked."
Where to Watch
Both Maternal Instinct and American Nightmare are streaming on Netflix.
