Serial killers are real-life nightmares.

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: 

Peruse the stories before for even more unsettling facts about serial killer.

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House of Horrors: The Heinous Crimes of Fred and Rosemary West

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Dennis Nilsen: Britain’s Kindly Killer

In each of his victims, he sought someone who would never leave.

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She's one of the most prolific female serial killers of all time, with an estimated 36 victims.

Amanda Howard: The Serial Killer Whisperer

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This hotel hid secrets and bodies within its walls.

The Harpe Brothers: America’s Original Serial Killers

This deadly pair from 18th century America left a bloody trail across the frontier as they slaughtered men, women, and children to satisfy their bloodlust.