Libby's documentaries
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1. Crime Scene: The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel (2021)
TV-MA | 55 min | Documentary, Crime, Mystery
College student and tourist Elisa Lam vanishes, leaving behind all of her possessions in her hotel room. The Cecil Hotel grows in infamy.
Stars: Tim Marcia, Amy Price, Greg Kading, Josh Dean
Votes: 19,993
2. American Murder: The Family Next Door (2020)
TV-MA | 83 min | Documentary, Crime
In 2018, 34-year-old Shanann Watts and her two young daughters disappear in Colorado. With the heartbreaking details emerging, the family's story made headlines around the world.
Director: Jenny Popplewell | Stars: Nickole Atkinson, Jim Benemann, Luke Epple, Mark Jamieson
Votes: 32,731
3. Night Stalker: The Hunt for a Serial Killer (2021)
TV-MA | 47 min | Documentary, Crime, Mystery
This limited docu-series tells the true story of how one of the most notorious serial killers in American history was hunted down and brought to justice.
Stars: Paul Skolnick, Gil Carrillo, Frank Salerno, Pearl Carrillo
Votes: 30,297
4. Unabomber: In His Own Words (2020)
43 min | Documentary, Biography, Crime
The beginning of the Unabomber's campaign of terror from 1978 to 1985; a look into his childhood to discover what might have turned the young mathematical genius with few friends, Ted Kaczynski, into a sociopathic terrorist.
Stars: Joel Moss, Kevin Fagan, David Kaczynski, Peter Vronsky
Votes: 4,266
5. The Keepers (II) (2017)
TV-MA | 62 min | Documentary, Crime, Mystery
A seven-part docuseries about the unsolved murder of a nun and the horrific secrets and pain that linger nearly five decades after her death.
Stars: Gemma Hoskins, Abbie Schaub, Virginia Anzengruber, Jean Hargadon Wehner
Votes: 25,052
6. The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez (2020)
TV-MA | 55 min | Documentary, Crime
Filmmaker Brian Knappenberger investigates the tragic death of an 8-year-old California boy who endured horrific abuse by his mother and her boyfriend, along with the fractured and complex systems that failed to protect him.
Stars: William Guirola, Wyatt Hinz, Alfredo Tavares, Adam Saunders
Votes: 13,561
7. Unsolved Mysteries (2020– )
TV-MA | 45 min | Documentary, Crime, Mystery
Immersive, character-driven stories are rooted in the experiences of ordinary people who have lived the unthinkable. Families, detectives and journalists hope viewers hold the clues to solving these mysteries.
Stars: Thom Reed, Maria Ramirez, Allison Rivera, Mary Murphy
Votes: 12,453
8. The F.B.I. Files (1998–2009)
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary, Biography, Crime
Real FBI cases are recounted through reenactments and interviews with law enforcement and forensic scientists.
Stars: James Kallstrom, Anthony D. Call, Bob Featherer, Susan Rae
Votes: 1,336
9. Miss Americana (2020)
TV-MA | 85 min | Documentary, Biography, Drama
A look at iconic pop artist Taylor Swift during a transformational time in her life as she embraces her role as a singer/songwriter and harnesses the full power of her voice.
Director: Lana Wilson | Stars: Taylor Swift, Andrea Swift, Scott Swift, Joel Little
Votes: 24,814
10. The Hunt with John Walsh (2014–2017)
TV-14 | 42 min | Crime
They are among the thousands of fugitives who avoid criminal prosecution in the United States every year. Find out more about these fugitives and join John Walsh in his quest to track them down and bring them to justice on "The Hunt."
Stars: John Walsh, Manuel Perez, Marcos A. Gonzalez, Gilbrando Acevedo
Votes: 297
11. Buried in the Backyard (2018– )
TV-14 | Documentary, Crime
Examines true-crime stories of victims found buried in the least suspicious places.
Stars: Sadie Medley, Kieran Harriman, Rhoda Pell, Amir Mo
Votes: 386
12. Cold Case Files (1999– )
TV-MA | 44 min | Documentary, Crime
Cold Case Files shows how timing, persistence and high-tech police work combine to catch people who have slipped through the cracks for decades.
Stars: Bill Kurtis, Dave Reichert, Kathy Mills, Melvyn Foster
Votes: 1,911
13. Cold Case Files (2017– )
TV-14 | 43 min | Documentary, Crime
Tense new series exploring cold cases from victims death to criminal conviction. Expertly narrated by a foreboding Danny Glover.
Stars: Bill Kurtis, Danny Glover, Laurent Andruet, Bradford Eckhart
Votes: 1,703
14. Women Behind Bars (2008– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary
In-depth look at the true life crimes of Women Behind Bars.
Stars: Ashley Crary, Kay Bess, Elizabeth Higgs, Matthew Robinson
Votes: 198
15. Real Detective (2016–2018)
43 min | Documentary, Crime, Drama
Each episode is a crime-solution reenactment of a real murder. The actual detectives offer commentary throughout the show.
Stars: Michael Douglas Cake, Liana Montoro, Tyrone Benskin, Mizinga Mwinga
Votes: 3,611
16. Crimes That Shook Australia (2013–2018)
Documentary, Biography, Crime
Hosted by Matt Doran (Season 3) and Stan Grant (Seasons 1&2), this series investigates Australian crimes that upset and stunned the nation. Using gripping interviews with people at the ... See full summary »
Stars: Stan Grant, Matt Doran, Nig Richards, Claryn Scott
Votes: 104
17. The Case of: JonBenét Ramsey (2016– )
240 min | Documentary, Crime
A team of investigators re-examine the 20 year-old unsolved murder of JonBenét Ramsey.
Stars: Jim Clemente, Ena O'Rourke, R.J. Wagner, Danny Bohnen
Votes: 919
18. Anita (2016 TV Movie)
90 min | Documentary, Biography
Anita Lorraine Cobby was a 26-year-old Australian registered nurse and beauty pageant winner who was kidnapped, sexually assaulted and murdered in 1986.
Stars: Anita Cobby, Gaynor Cobby, John Cobby, Steven Hodson
Votes: 10
19. 48 Hours (1988– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary, Crime
One of television's most popular true-crime series, investigating shocking cases and compelling real-life dramas with journalistic integrity and cutting-edge style.
Stars: Peter Van Sant, Erin Moriarty, Maureen Maher, Richard Schlesinger
Votes: 2,345
20. The First 48 (2004– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Crime, Mystery, Reality-TV
The series follows detectives during the hours immediately following a homicide.
Stars: Dion Graham, Nathan Schilling, Jason White, Dave Walker
Votes: 4,252
21. 20/20 (1978– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary, News
ABC's original hour-long news magazine.
Stars: David Muir, Amy Robach, Elizabeth Vargas, Deborah Roberts
Votes: 2,734
22. Dateline Mystery (2009– )
40 min | Documentary
This collection features some of the most dramatic episodes from NBC's long-running Dateline series. From murder investigations to unbelievable miracles, follow along as Dateline gets to the truth at the center of these remarkable stories.
Star: Lester Holt
Votes: 570
23. John Wayne Gacy: Devil in Disguise (2021)
TV-14 | 308 min | Documentary, Biography, Crime
The chilling story of one of the world's most notorious serial killers told through the words of Gacy himself, those who were forever changed by his unspeakable deeds and those who believe that the full truth remains concealed to this day.
Stars: Terry Sullivan, Philip Hersh, Jay Levine, Lawrence Finder
Votes: 2,098
24. Nail Bomber: Manhunt (2021)
TV-MA | 72 min | Documentary, Crime, History
This documentary tells the story of the 1999 London bombings that targeted minority communities, and the race to find the far-right extremist behind them.
Director: Daniel Vernon | Stars: David Copeland, Arthur, Talent Chioma Mundy-Castle, Lee Walden
Votes: 2,519
25. Unusual Suspects (2010–2016)
44 min | Documentary, Crime
Just when you thought you knew who did it, a tip comes in that changes the direction of the case and shifts suspicion.
Stars: Mocean Melvin, Jamie Hanes, Bryan Massey, Tommy LeNoir
Votes: 984
26. Crimes That Shook Britain (2008– )
Documentary, Crime
A look at some of the most infamous crimes in U.K. history
Stars: Tom Roberts, Patricia Winker, Paul Bergquist, Don Gayle
Votes: 203
27. On the Case with Paula Zahn (2009– )
60 min | Documentary, Crime
Award winning journalist Paula Zahn unravels shocking crimes interviewing those closest to the case including lawyers, the victim's family, and detectives.
Stars: Paula Zahn, Tom Scorzone, Roger Hervas, Raymond Brenkert
Votes: 1,067
28. Evil Lives Here (2016– )
TV-14 | 43 min | Documentary, Biography, Crime
A TV series where individuals share their perspectives of loved ones who committed horrific crimes.
Stars: Frank Di Napoli, James M. Reilly, T.J. Craig, Robert Levey II
Votes: 1,819
29. City of Evil (Adelaide) (2018)
Documentary
The city of Adelaide has seen many of the country's most horrific murders. But why has this become part of the city's reputation? This documentary series looks back on the cases that have shaped Adelaide's notorious image.
Star: Anthony LaPaglia
Votes: 26
30. Homicide Hunter (2011–2020)
TV-14 | 43 min | Documentary, Crime
Through re-enactments, discussions with investigation teams, and interviews with victims' families and other involved persons, the show highlights Lt. Joe Kenda's successes with his 387 homicide case history and 92% solution rate.
Stars: Josh Casaubon, Joe Kenda, Carl Marino, Sandra Mann
Votes: 3,646
31. Dr. Death: The Undoctored Story (2021)
Documentary, Crime
Follows the whole and real story of Dr. Christopher Duntsch told by the people who survived it.
Stars: Randall Kirby, Martin Lazar, Michelle Shughart, Kay Van Wey
Votes: 1,135
32. The Imposter (2012)
R | 99 min | Documentary, Biography, Crime
A documentary centered on a young man in Spain who claims to a grieving Texas family that he is their 16-year-old son who has been missing for 3 years.
Director: Bart Layton | Stars: Adam O'Brian, Nicholas Barclay, Carey Gibson, Bryan Gibson
Votes: 50,443 | Gross: $0.89M
33. Murder She Solved: True Crime (2010– )
Documentary, Crime
Murder She Solved: True Crime, an eight-episode, one hour documentary series, tells the true stories of female crime solvers who, against all odds, have solved some of the most daunting ... See full summary »
Stars: Mark Young, Grady Judd, Susan Goreck, Duane Dubberly
Votes: 61
34. Keep Sweet: Pray and Obey (2022)
TV-MA | 49 min | Documentary, Crime
Examines the rise of Warren Jeffs in the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and his shocking criminal case.
Stars: Elissa Wall, Mike Watkiss, Rebecca Musser, Ruby Jessop
Votes: 16,080
35. Girl in the Picture (2022)
TV-MA | 101 min | Documentary, Crime, Mystery
A young mother's mysterious death and her son's subsequent kidnapping blow open a decades-long mystery about the woman's true identity and the murderous federal fugitive at the center of it all.
Director: Skye Borgman | Stars: Karen Parsley, Charles Engles, Merle Bean, Ernest Bean
Votes: 21,637
36. House of Hammer (2022)
TV-MA | 56 min | Documentary, Crime
The definitive inside story of the rise and fall of the notorious Hammer family.
Stars: Casey Hammer, Courtney Vucekovich, Lauren Skae, Candice Cronkite
Votes: 3,377
37. Capturing the Killer Nurse (2022)
TV-14 | 94 min | Documentary, Crime
This documentary reveals how investigators proved ICU nurse Charles Cullen was killing patients — and how close he came to getting away with murder.
Director: Tim Travers Hawkins | Stars: Charles Cullen, Amy Loughren, Donna Hargreaves, Lucille Gall
Votes: 3,292
38. Catching Killers (II) (2021– )
TV-MA | 40 min | Documentary, Crime, Mystery
The investigators behind infamous serial killer cases reveal the harrowing, chilling details of their extraordinary efforts in this true crime series.
Stars: Charles Coffey, John Ingram, Jim McIntyre, Debbie Harris
Votes: 5,453
39. An Unexpected Killer (2019– )
TV-14 | Documentary, Crime, Drama
TV series that takes a closer look into homicide investigations through interviews with potential suspects, re-enactments and in-depth examinations of the crime scene.
Stars: Glenn Edward Gyorffy, Duncan McLellan, Karen Scora, Stu Arthur
Votes: 178
40. Belief: The Possession of Janet Moses (2015)
89 min | Documentary, Crime, Drama
The true story of how love, fear, culture and belief lead a loving family to tragically kill one of their own during a four day exorcism ceremony.
Director: David Stubbs | Stars: Tangaroa Te Ariki, Viv Babbington, Vivien Bell, Nick Blake
Votes: 713
41. Forensic Files (1996–2011)
TV-14 | 30 min | Documentary, Crime
A series featuring detailed accounts on how notable crimes and diseases were solved through forensic science.
Stars: Peter Thomas, Tom Bevel, Skip Palenik, Lowell Levine
Votes: 7,270
42. I Just Killed My Dad (2022)
TV-MA | 125 min | Documentary, Crime
Anthony Templet shot his father and never denied it. But why he did it is a complex question with profound implications. Explore Anthony's psyche prior to the events of June 3, 2019 and the journey of his mental and emotional aftermath.
Stars: Dana Cummings, Teresa Thompson, Hillar Moore, Austin Kemker
Votes: 6,496
43. American Monster (2016– )
TV-14 | Documentary, Crime, Drama
A non-fiction crime drama uniquely telling stories with a combination of Dramatisation, home video and documentary style material.
Stars: Tom Streithorst, Robert Firth, Grant Ross, Mark Behan
Votes: 876
44. Emergency NYC (2023– )
TV-MA | 45 min | Documentary
This gripping docuseries follows New York City's frontline medical professionals as they balance the intensity of their work with their personal lives.
Stars: John Boockvar, David Langer, Kristina McKoy, Vicky Ulloa
Votes: 1,358
45. American Manhunt: The Boston Marathon Bombing (2023)
TV-MA | 58 min | Documentary, Crime, History
Follows the tragedy in which terrorists detonated a bomb at the Boston Marathon's finish line; they carried out the attack by placing two homemade pressure-cooker bombs that resulted in three fatalities and numerous injuries.
Stars: William B. Evans, Rick Deslauriers, Phillip Martin, Edward F. Davis
Votes: 6,919
46. Missing: Dead or Alive? (2023– )
TV-MA | 45 min | Documentary, Crime
Follow officers from a South Carolina sheriff's department as they urgently search for individuals who've disappeared under troubling circumstances.
Stars: Vicki Rains, Heidi Jackson, J.P. Smith, Nina Mauldin
Votes: 1,819
47. McQueen (2018)
R | 111 min | Documentary, Biography
The life and career of fashion designer Lee Alexander McQueen: from his start as a tailor, to launching and overseeing his eponymous line and his untimely death.
Directors: Ian Bonhôte, Peter Ettedgui | Stars: Alexander McQueen, Joyce McQueen, John Hitchcock, Danny Hall
Votes: 8,415 | Gross: $1.26M
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