Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to John Wayne Gacy: Devil in Disguise List

• The Ted Bundy Tapes - Explores the life and crimes of infamous serial killer Ted Bundy through interviews and archival footage.
• Mindhunter - Follows FBI agents as they develop criminal profiling techniques in the late 1970s, interviewing notorious serial killers.
• Conversations with a Killer: The John Wayne Gacy Tapes - A documentary that delves into the life and crimes of John Wayne Gacy using previously unheard audio recordings.
• The Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst - Investigates the life of real estate heir Robert Durst, featuring shocking confessions and twists.
• Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez - Explores the life of NFL player Aaron Hernandez and the events leading up to his conviction for murder.
• American Murder: The Family Next Door - Documentary piecing together social media posts and other elements to tell the story of a murder case.
• The Keepers - Investigates the unsolved murder of a nun and the impact on a Catholic school community.
• Evil Genius - Examines a bizarre bank heist that involved a pizza delivery man who was murdered after being forced to rob a bank.
• Zodiac - Follows the hunt for the Zodiac Killer and the impact on the lives of those investigating the case.
• Making a Murderer - A true crime documentary series that explores the controversial story of Steven Avery's conviction.
• I Am a Killer - Features interviews with death row inmates who provide insights into their crimes and motivations.
• The Confession Tapes - Investigates cases where confessions were obtained under questionable circumstances, leading to wrongful convictions.
• The Act - A dramatized retelling of the shocking true story of Dee Dee Blanchard and her daughter Gypsy Rose.
• The Staircase - A documentary that explores the trial of Michael Peterson, a man accused of murdering his wife.
• Dirty John - Anthology series that tells real-life stories of love gone wrong, focusing on deception and manipulation.
• Evil Lives Here - Individuals recount experiences with family members who became notorious criminals, revealing chilling stories.
• The Ice Cream Murder - A documentary exploring a murder that occurred in a seemingly idyllic setting, unraveling dark secrets.
• The Family I Had - A documentary that examines a mother's grief after her daughter's murder while uncovering family dynamics.
• The Murder of Laci Peterson - Explores the life and events surrounding the murder case of Laci Peterson, delving into media and personal aspects.
• The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann - A documentary that investigates the international search for the missing girl and its ongoing implications.
• Homicide Hunter: Lt. Joe Kenda - Features retired detective Joe Kenda recounting real homicide cases he solved over his career.
• The Trial of the Chicago 7 - Dramatizes a real historical trial, weaving themes of justice, protest, and societal impact.
• Deadly Women - Explores the lives of female murderers and the circumstances that led them to commit violent crimes.
• Real Detective - Combines scripted drama and real-life detective stories to give a deeper insight into criminal investigations.
• American Greed - Focuses on true crime stories revolving around greed and corruption in business and society.
• The Family - Investigates the story of a religious family involved in a political and religious movement linked to violence.
• The Killing of JonBenét Ramsey - Explores the infamous case of JonBenét Ramsey's murder through interviews and investigative reports.
• Mindhunter: Inside the FBI's Elite Serial Crime Unit - A companion book to the series exploring the psychological aspects of profiling serial killers.
• The Loved Ones - A horror film that captures psychological manipulation and darker themes surrounding obsession and cult-like behavior.
• Criminal Minds - Follows an FBI team as they profile killers while uncovering deep psychological elements behind their crimes.
• Sons of Sam: A Descent Into Darkness - Explores the infamous Son of Sam case and theories surrounding it, delving into dark historical events.
• Night Stalker: The Hunt for a Serial Killer - Documents the investigation into the crimes of Richard Ramirez in Los Angeles during the 1980s.
• Wormwood - Blends documentary and drama to explore the mystery surrounding the CIA’s MKUltra projects and the death of one man’s father.
• The Raincoat Killer: Chasing a Predator in Korea - Chronicles the hunt for the 'Raincoat Killer' in South Korea, focusing on detectives' challenges and societal impact.
• A Killer's Mistake - An insightful look into the lives of killers and the mistakes that ultimately led to their capture.
• Criminal Confessions - Follows police interrogations resulting in confessions from various criminals, showcasing psychological depth.
• The Innocent Man - Based on a nonfiction book about a wrongful conviction and the complexities surrounding the case.
• Happy Valley - A gripping British crime drama that explores themes of personal trauma intertwined with crime investigation.