I am a real crime addict and love true crime documentary or real life crime drama adaptions so I thought I would let you know my must see true crime drama series adaptions. These boxsets can be binge watched as they are meant to be! I will add details of where these can be watched in the UK and you may need a subscription to watch these dramas. So lets go….

*Spoiler alert!* This post may contain some spoilers in the descriptions.

White House Farm Available on Netflix

White House Farm is a drama based around the brutal murder of 2 young children, their mother and grandparents in an Essex farm house in 1985. The police first think it was a break-in but later as the case develops a policeman gets hunch and a more sinister motive is found. I remember this being on the news when I was younger but I didn’t know much about the case when I watched it. It is such a shocking tragedy that it keeps you hooked to the very end.

The Murders at White House Farm Biography, Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller | September 24, 2020 (United States) 7.4

Stars: Freddie Fox, Alexa Davies, Mark AddySummary: Revolves around the true story of a fateful night in August 1985 when five members of the same family are murdered at an Essex farmhouse, and the ensuing police investigation and court case that follows.

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2. Unbelievable Available on Netflix

Such a sad, emotional and shocking story as this horrific drama portrays the case of a rapist who attacked women and one woman’s journey to tell her story, be believed and bring justice. The ordeal this young girl goes through to be believed and find trust in the police is heartbreaking. This drama contains scenes of physical violence towards women so may be trigger inducing or cause offence. This is for strictly for adults. It is the most saddest crime drama I have watched in a long time but still very gripping.

Unbelievable Crime, Drama | September 13, 2019 (United States) 8.4

Writer: Susannah Grant, Michael Chabon, Ayelet WaldmanStars: Kaitlyn Dever, Toni Collette, Merritt WeverSummary: A teenager is charged with lying about having been raped, but two detectives follow the path to the truth.

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3. Three Girls Available on Netflix

I remember hearing about this case but not paying much attention to the details. It follows the cases of three young girls growing up during their teenage years and how they became groomed and abused by a gang of men and one brave sexual health workers fight to get the justice they deserved when they were all too scared to talk. It is shocking to watch how the girls are drawn in and dominated by these men and how their parents are helpless to fight it. One police officer is determined to bring the men to justice and vows to help the girls free themselves from the men for good.

Three Girls Biography, Crime, Drama | May 16, 2017 (United Kingdom) 8.2

Stars: Molly Windsor, Ria Zmitrowicz, Liv HillSummary: Based on three young girls who were groomed, sexually abused and trafficked by a group of men in Rochdale and of the failure of the authorities to do anything about it.

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4. Dirty John/Betty Broderick Available on Netflix

I love these dramas! The first season follows the story of dirty John and the second season is a completely different story and is about Betty Broderick. They are both gripping bingeworthy crime dramas. Dirty John is totally shocking about how manipulating people can be and Betty Broderick is such a sad story as its based in the 80s there is lots of great fashion and the retro setting really appeals to me. The cast is Fab and very Hollywood. It is hopefully coming back soon with a new story to tell.

Dirty John Crime, Drama | November 25, 2018 (United States) 7.2

Writer: Alexandra CunninghamStars: Connie Britton, Christian Slater, Eric BanaSummary: Debra Newell (Connie Britton) has a seemingly perfect life: she's successful, beautiful and lives in one of California's most desirable coastal cities, Newport Beach. The only thing missing is love. So when she finally meets charming and handsome doctor John Meehan (Eric Bana), she's quickly swept into a whirlwind romance, much to the dismay of her daughters Terra (Julia Garner) and Veronica (Juno Temple). Their fast-tracked relationship creates tension between Debra and the girls, leaving them no choice but to investigate the stranger who has swept their mother off her feet. And with a fraught family history, the backstory of Debra and her mother Arlane (Jean Smart) provides insight into why she may have been so vulnerable to John in the first place. As Debra gets drawn deeper into his lies and sinister game of psychological manipulation, it results in horrific consequences for an entire family. —Bravo

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5. When They See Us Available on Netflix

This is one of the saddest most harrowing crime dramas that is actually really relevant still now and it highlights the black lives matter movement and focuses the spotlight on corrupt racist practices of the police force and how young people can be so easily manipulated. It follows the stories of the Central Park five from their arrests though to present day.

When They See Us Biography, Crime, Drama, History | May 31, 2019 (United States) 8.9

Writer: Ava DuVernayStars: Asante Blackk, Caleel Harris, Ethan HerisseSummary: In 1989, a jogger was assaulted and raped in New York's Central Park, and five young people were subsequently charged with the crime. The quintet, labeled the Central Park Five, maintained its innocence and spent years fighting the convictions, hoping to be exonerated. This limited series spans a quarter of a century, from when the teens are first questioned about the incident in the spring of 1989, going through their exoneration in 2002 and ultimately the settlement reached with the city of New York in 2014. The cast is full of Emmy nominees and winners, including Michael Kenneth Williams, John Leguizamo, Felicity Huffman, and Blair Underwood. Oscar nominated and Emmy winner Ava DuVernay co-wrote and directed the four episodes. —Jwelch5742

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6. The Serpent Available on Netflix

This series is so addictive! We couldn’t stop watching it and binged it all in a few days. It is based in the 70s and involved a world wide murder spree and manhunt. It is dark and twisted and shows how trusting people are and how predators can take advantage of people. It follows a diplomatic workers journey to bring justice to a fellow citizen and it uncovers such a huge plot of deceit, murder and robbery.

The Serpent Crime, Drama, Thriller | April 2, 2021 (United States) 7.6

Stars: Tahar Rahim, Billy Howle, Jenna ColemanSummary: In the mid-1970s Charles Shobhraj is a gem dealer in Bangkok. However with his girlfriend and another accomplice he is responsible for the murders of scores of tourists. His crimes go unnoticed until a Dutch diplomat starts investigating the disappearance of two Dutch tourists. —grantss

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7. Des Available on Sky/ITV hub

Des is a crime drama that follows the events of the aftermath of one of the UKs most notorious serial killers Dennis Nilson. From the discovery of the first body to the shocking confessions to follow. This is a must watch for any true crime addict.

Des Crime, Drama, History, Thriller | October 15, 2020 (United States) 7.7

Stars: David Tennant, Daniel Mays, Jason WatkinsSummary: In 1983 Scottish serial killer Dennis Nilsen was arrested after the discovery of human remains which had blocked a drain near his London home.

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8. The Pembrokeshire Murders Available on Sky/ITV hub

This crime drama follows the journey of a police officer determined to reinvestigate 2 cold cases he believe are linked and the task of trying to find evidence to link them and bring the killer to justice. Its is one of the most shocking murders to happen in Wales and was shocking the amount of violence used in such an open public space.

The Pembrokeshire Murders Crime, Drama | January 11, 2021 (United Kingdom) 7.1

Stars: Luke Evans, Keith Allen, Caroline BerrySummary: Detective superintendent reopens two unsolved murder cases from the 1980s. Forensic methods link the crimes to a string of burglaries. Steve's team has to find more evidence before the perpetrator is released from prison.

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9. American Crime Story Available on Netflix

The first season of this show was about the OJ Simpson murder case and trial, I have always been intrigued by this and loved that season. The second season was about the shooting of Gianni Versace and manhunt following his death, It was ok but I preferred the first season. There is a third season coming in the next few weeks named Impeachment and its the story of Monica Lewinsky and her affair with Bill Clinton. I am really excited to watch that.

American Crime Story Biography, Crime, Drama | February 2, 2016 (United States) 8.4

Writer: Scott Alexander, Larry Karaszewski, Sarah BurgessStars: Sarah Paulson, Annaleigh Ashford, Sterling K. BrownSummary: A drama series that examines infamous historical American crimes. In Season 1, "The People vs OJ Simpson", we follow the OJ Simpson murder trial of 1994-95. Season 2, "The Assassination of Gianni Versace", covers the murder of fashion designer Gianni Versace in 1997. —grantss

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Comment below and let me know your favourite true crime dramas so I can give them a watch too.