Some of the most fascinating people are the evilest. Serial killers have been a widespread phenomenon and dominating news stories for decades. The intrigue of learning the stories behind these renowned criminals has continuously drawn audiences in. With the popularity of Netflix’s Dahmer and books like Helter Skelter, there’s no question that people are hungry for more—and there’s plenty to choose from.
There are an array of shows, books, documentaries, and more about serial killers real and fictionalized. Read about Jack the Ripper’s anonymous rampage through London in the 1880s or how they finally discovered the identity of the Zodiac Killer in recent years. If you’re a fan of true crime in any capacity, there’s something out there about serial killers for you.
Here are some chilling places to start:
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By Orrin Grey
One cannibal killer even sent her a meaty recipe—and suggested she use herself as the main ingredient.
Whole families were slaughtered in the name of human sacrifice—or was it insanity?
Though Cullen confessed to 40 murders, some investigators believe he killed as many as 400 people.
He had a disturbing confession to make back in 1982.
By Orrin Grey
The stars spell murder.
Stealing, telling phony fortunes, faking prophetic messages on 'freshly laid' eggs, and poisoned puddings were just the beginning for Mary Bateman.