62 Chilling Serial Killer Movies
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From HellMovie · 2001 · 122m · Horror, Mystery, ThrillerIn this adaptation of a graphic novel by the Hughes brothers, Scotland Yard inspector Frederick Abberline, a man struggling with opium addiction, becomes involved with one of Jack the Ripper's victims. The story explores the possibility of the Ripper's true identity.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.7 - 2
I Saw the DevilMovie · 2010 · 144m · Thriller, HorrorKyung-chul is a dangerous psychopath who kills for pleasure. Soo-hyeon, a top-secret agent, resolves to hunt down the killer personally. He vows to do whatever it takes to avenge the murders, even if it means sacrificing his own humanity.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.8 - 3
ScreamMovie · 1996 · 112m · Crime, Horror, MysteryIn a quiet town, a group of teenagers are terrorized by a series of violent incidents mirroring scenes from their favorite horror movies. A year after her mother's murder, a young girl becomes the target of a masked killer who appears to be staging real-life versions of those scary films. The boundary between fiction and reality dissolves as the friends desperately try to understand cryptic clues left by the killer. With each escalating attack, they wonder if their beloved movies have unleashed a monster determined to transform their lives into a terrifying nightmare. Racing against time, the teenagers must face their deepest fears and secrets to survive this deadly game.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.4 - 4
The Bone CollectorMovie · 1999 · 118m · Crime, Thriller, DramaNew NYPD detective Amelia Donaghy is assigned to work with Lincoln Rhyme, a former top homicide investigator now using a wheelchair after a spinal injury. They team up to hunt 'The Bone Collector,' a serial killer who leaves disturbing clues at the crime scenes. As Amelia adjusts to Rhyme's unusual approach, they investigate a series of baffling cases, pushing their skills and forcing them to rely on each other in a desperate race against time.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8 - 5
Scream 3Movie · 2000 · 116m · Horror, MysteryOn the set of the Hollywood horror film *STAB 3*, the latest installment in the Woodsboro slasher series, bodies start turning up. Sidney and the remaining survivors find themselves hunted once more by a new Ghostface killer.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.0 - 6
Scream 2Movie · 1997 · 120m · Horror, MysteryTwo years after a series of murders deeply scarred a town, Sidney Prescott is trying to start a new life at college, hoping to escape her traumatic past. But when a new semester begins, the Ghostface killer returns, reigniting the deadly killing spree. As the body count rises and fear spreads across campus, Sidney must confront her history and expose the masked killer before more lives are lost. This suspenseful sequel examines survival, trauma, and revenge, exploring the psychological toll of facing a terrifying enemy once more.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.5 - 7
Bundy: A Legacy of EvilMovie · 2008 · 95mBundy, starring Corin Nemec and featuring Kane Hodder, explores the dark mind and previously unknown reasons behind the rise of a notorious serial killer who left a lasting mark of evil.IMDb 3.7TMDB 4.0 - 8
Awakening the ZodiacMovie · 2017 · 100m · Crime, Drama, MysteryA struggling couple stumbles upon a collection of film reels made by a serial killer. Hoping to claim a $100,000 reward, they decide to pursue justice themselves, putting themselves in grave danger. Soon, they realize they've become the killer's next target.IMDb 4.8TMDB 5.3 - 9
Citizen XMovie · 1995 · 105m · Crime, DramaThis film tells the true story of a Soviet serial killer who murdered over 50 young people, deeply affecting his society. The story follows a determined detective as he fights against bureaucratic corruption to investigate these horrific crimes. Told from the detective's perspective, the film reveals the difficult realities of law enforcement during a time of oppression and systemic problems. As the investigation progresses, the truth becomes increasingly chilling, forcing us to confront the destructive power of authority on innocent lives.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2 - 10
Speak No EvilMovie · 2024 · 110m · Horror, ThrillerAn American family enjoys a weekend visit to the picturesque estate of a British family they met while traveling. What starts as a perfect getaway quickly descends into a disturbing and unsettling psychological ordeal.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.2 - 11
The Silence of the LambsMovie · 1991 · 119m · Crime, Thriller, DramaThis psychological thriller centers on Clarice Starling, an exceptional FBI trainee determined to seek justice. Agent Jack Crawford enlists Clarice to interview Dr. Hannibal Lecter, a highly intelligent but dangerous man imprisoned for gruesome murders and cannibalism.
Crawford hopes Lecter's deep understanding of people can provide vital clues to a current case. He also believes Clarice’s youth and appearance might help her connect with Lecter and gain information. The complex dynamic between the agent and the prisoner explores their conflicting views and morals as they both pursue the truth.IMDb 8.6TMDB 8.3 - 12
Perfume: The Story of a MurdererMovie · 2006 · 147m · Crime, Fantasy, DramaIn 18th century Paris, Jean-Baptiste Grenouille is born with an extraordinary sense of smell. He becomes a master perfumer, crafting unparalleled fragrances. But driven by an obsessive quest for the perfect scent, his pursuit leads him down a dark and dangerous path as he seeks to capture and preserve the very essence of life.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4 - 13
Bundy and the Green River KillerMovie · 2019 · 85mIn 1984, Washington State police struggle to identify The Green River Killer, responsible for a series of murders. With no leads, the lead detective seeks insight from psychologists, but with no breakthroughs and the killings continuing, he decides the only way to understand the killer is to speak with one. He visits Ted Bundy, one of America's most infamous serial killers, for consultation. Based on true events that inspired *The Silence of the Lambs*.IMDb 3.4TMDB 4.7 - 14
Capturing the Killer NurseMovie · 2022 · 95m · DocumentaryCharlie Cullen was a respected registered nurse working at Somerset Medical Center in New Jersey. However, he was also one of history's most prolific serial killers, possibly responsible for the deaths of hundreds of patients across several hospitals in the Northeast.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.5 - 15
We Are What We AreMovie · 2013 · 105m · Drama, Horror, ThrillerThe Parkers are a secluded family deeply devoted to tradition, and their hidden world is disrupted when a heavy rain and the passing of their mother require daughters Iris and Rose to step up and take on important duties.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.8 - 16
ZodiacMovie · 2007 · 157m · Crime, Mystery, ThrillerFor ten years, editors at the San Francisco Chronicle become consumed by the Zodiac Killer case. As the years pass, however, professional interest fades. The Killer ceases his public communication. But convinced he holds the key to the remaining mysteries, an amateur cartoonist from the early sightings races against time to stop what he believes will be another killing.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.5 - 17
Memories of MurderMovie · 2003 · 131m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerIn the late 1980s, two detectives in rural South Korea struggle to solve a series of brutal rape and murders targeting young women, terrifying their community. Working with limited resources and old-fashioned techniques, they soon realize they are hunting the country's first documented serial killer as the murders continue with a disturbing pattern. This true-crime thriller follows their desperate attempt to connect the clues.IMDb 8.1TMDB 8.1 - 18
Scream VIMovie · 2023 · 123m · Horror, Crime, ThrillerAfter the recent Ghostface murders, the four surviving students leave their hometown of Woodsboro behind to begin a new life.IMDb 6.4TMDB 7.0 - 19
Lost GirlsMovie · 2020 · 95m · Drama, Mystery, ThrillerAfter her daughter Shannan vanishes, Mari Gilbert becomes frustrated with the police response and begins her own search in the exclusive Long Island community where Shannan disappeared. Her investigation uncovers a disturbing pattern: over a dozen prostitutes have been murdered.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.1 - 20
GlassMovie · 2019 · 129m · Thriller, Drama, Science FictionFormer security guard David Dunn discovers he possesses extraordinary abilities and begins pursuing Kevin Wendell Crumb, a man with twenty-four distinct personalities. As Dunn closes in, a mysterious figure named Elijah Price appears, revealing secrets that connect both men.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.7 - 21
SnowtownMovie · 2011 · 120m · Crime, DramaBased on true events, sixteen-year-old Jamie becomes involved with his mother's new boyfriend and the group of people who consider themselves neighborhood watch. This connection spirals into a series of torture and murders.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3 - 22
Ted BundyMovie · 2002 · 99m · Crime, HorrorSeattle, 1974. Ted Bundy succumbs to his violent impulses and begins a nationwide killing spree, leaving behind a trail of victims who have been raped, tortured, murdered, dismembered, and sexually violated.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.7 - 23
The RavenMovie · 2012 · 111m · Crime, Thriller, MysteryThis film explores the final days of Edgar Allan Poe, as he becomes obsessed with tracking a serial killer. The killer's methods eerily replicate the plots of Poe's own stories.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.3 - 24
Se7enMovie · 1995 · 127m · Crime, Mystery, ThrillerTwo homicide detectives hunt a terrifying serial killer who stages his murders to reflect the seven deadly sins. Detective Sommerset studies the sins to understand the killer's motives, but his younger partner Mills questions his methods while grappling with the emotional impact of the case. The film follows a tense chase between the detectives and the ruthless killer, exploring themes of morality, redemption, and human weakness.IMDb 8.6TMDB 8.4 - 25
Chaos: The Manson MurdersMovie · 2025 · 96m · Documentary, CrimeIn August 1969, Charles Manson ordered his followers to kill seven people. The film explores a conspiracy involving mind control, CIA experiments, and the murders.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.2 - 26
Murder MysteryMovie · 2019 · 97m · Action, Comedy, MysteryA New York City police officer and his hairdresser wife take a long-planned European vacation, but their getaway turns into a desperate race to solve a perplexing murder that occurs on a wealthy man's yacht.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.3 - 27
Dear Mr. GacyMovie · 2010 · 103m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerThis is the story of Jason Moss, a college student who becomes increasingly drawn to John Wayne Gacy, a serial killer. It details their interactions and the developing relationship between them.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.8 - 28
PrisonersMovie · 2013 · 153m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeKeller Dover confronts a parent's greatest fear when his six-year-old daughter, Anna, and her friend Joy disappear. As time runs out, fear intensifies. The only clue is an old RV that was recently parked on their street.IMDb 8.2TMDB 8.1 - 29
WatcherMovie · 2022 · 96m · Horror, Mystery, ThrillerA serial killer is terrorizing the city. Julia, a young actress who recently relocated to town with her husband, begins to notice a strange man watching her from across the street.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.5 - 30
A Walk Among the TombstonesMovie · 2014 · 114m · Crime, Drama, MysteryPrivate investigator Matthew Scudder takes on a case from a powerful drug lord: locate the person who kidnapped and killed his wife.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3 - 31
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet StreetMovie · 2007 · 116m · Drama, HorrorThis is the notorious tale of Benjamin Barker, also known as Sweeney Todd. He opens a barber shop in London, unknowingly forming a dark alliance with his next-door neighbor, Mrs. Lovett. Adapted from the acclaimed Broadway musical.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 32
B.T.K.Movie · 2008 · 90mThis is the true story of Dennis L. Rader, a man who lived a normal life as a husband, father, security officer, and church leader. For over thirty years, he secretly committed a series of brutal murders, systematically torturing his victims while evading police detection.IMDb 4.1TMDB 5.1 - 33
The StepfatherMovie · 2009 · 101m · Horror, ThrillerMichael Harding comes home from military school to discover his mother is happily living with a new boyfriend, David. As Michael gets to know David, he grows increasingly suspicious of the man's constant helpfulness. Is David truly the perfect partner his mother always wanted, or does he conceal a dangerous side?IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.8 - 34
ManiacMovie · 2012 · 89m · Horror, ThrillerWhile assisting a young artist preparing for her exhibition, the mannequin shop owner's hidden, dangerous desires begin to emerge.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.0 - 35
Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and VileMovie · 2019 · 111m · Drama, CrimeThis film tells the story of Ted Bundy's crimes, as seen through the eyes of Elizabeth Kloepfer, his long-term girlfriend. For years, she struggled to accept the reality of his actions.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.0 - 36
SolaceMovie · 2015 · 101m · Thriller, Crime, MysteryDr. John Clancy is a psychic who partners with an FBI special agent to hunt a serial killer.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.4 - 37
Taking LivesMovie · 2004 · 103m · ThrillerFBI profiler Illeana Scott is brought in by the Montreal police to help find a serial killer who impersonates his victims. She knows the killer will kill again soon. Her best hope is a museum employee who may have seen the killer.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.4 - 38
The IcemanMovie · 2012 · 105m · Thriller, Crime, DramaThis is the true story of Richard Kuklinski, a notorious contract killer who lived a double life as a devoted family man.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6 - 39
The Good NurseMovie · 2022 · 121m · Drama, Crime, MysteryA nurse suspects her coworker is linked to a string of unexplained patient deaths and puts herself in danger to find out what's really happening.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.9 - 40
American PsychoMovie · 2000 · 102m · Thriller, Drama, CrimeA successful New York investment banker keeps a hidden side from his colleagues and friends: a darker, more violent personality. He increasingly indulges in disturbing, irrational fantasies.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.4 - 41
In the Shadow of the MoonMovie · 2019 · 115m · Science Fiction, ThrillerIn 1988, Philadelphia police officer Thomas "Locke" Lockhart, eager to advance his career, starts investigating a serial killer whose crimes are inexplicable. When the killer unexpectedly reappears nine years later, Locke's relentless pursuit of the truth endangers his career, his family, and his own well-being.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.2 - 42
StrangledMovie · 2016 · 120m · Thriller, Drama, CrimeA disturbed killer stalks young women, committing brutal murders. Meanwhile, an innocent man is wrongly convicted and sentenced to death for these crimes. A dedicated detective arrives to investigate and becomes consumed by the case, facing mounting pressure from the prosecutor to secure the man's execution.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.4 - 43
DisturbiaMovie · 2007 · 105m · Thriller, Drama, MysteryKale enjoys a life many teens would dream of: endless video games, internet surfing, junk food, and TV. He has total freedom at home, and a beautiful new neighbor named Ashley has just moved in. However, there's a catch – he can't leave the house. Kale is under court-ordered house arrest for three months. If he steps outside the 100-foot perimeter of his home, he'll face a prison sentence.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 44
The HitcherMovie · 2007 · 84m · Crime, Horror, ThrillerDuring a rainy night in the New Mexico desert, college students Jim Halsey and Grace Andrews offer a ride to a hitchhiker. The stranger turns out to be a psychopath who threatens them with a knife. Jim manages to force him out of the car, but this incident triggers a series of events that irrevocably alter the lives of everyone involved.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.9 - 45
Summer of 84Movie · 2018 · 106m · Drama, Horror, MysteryA group of teenage friends become convinced their police officer neighbor is a serial killer. They spend their summer secretly watching him and collecting proof. But as they uncover more, they find themselves in increasing danger.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.9 - 46
The Woman in the WindowMovie · 2021 · 100m · Crime, Mystery, ThrillerA woman with severe agoraphobia lives isolated in New York City. She starts observing her new neighbors, but unexpectedly witnesses a disturbing act of violence.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.0 - 47
I See YouMovie · 2019 · 98m · Horror, Thriller, MysteryWhen a 10-year-old boy disappears, detective Greg Harper juggles the demands of the case with difficulties at home. His marriage to Jackie is strained by his recent infidelity, pushing her to the edge. When a sinister force invades their house and threatens their son Connor's life, the Harpers confront a dark reality within their own family.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.0 - 48
Kiss the GirlsMovie · 1997 · 115m · Thriller, Crime, MysteryForensic psychologist Dr. Alex Cross travels to North Carolina, joining forces with Kate McTiernan, a kidnap survivor. Together, they hunt "Casanova," a serial killer who targets strong women, taking them and psychologically manipulating them. Their pursuit leads them to Los Angeles, where they discover the killer may have accomplices. This investigation requires both Cross’s psychological skills and Kate's survival knowledge, forging a vital partnership to solve the case and capture the killer.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.5 - 49
Scream 4Movie · 2011 · 111m · Horror, MysteryA decade after the devastating Woodsboro killings, a survivor returns to their hometown to promote a book about overcoming trauma. Their visit coincides with the emergence of a new Ghostface killer, who begins terrorizing a fresh group of teenagers.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.5 - 50
SplitMovie · 2017 · 117m · Horror, ThrillerKevin has revealed 23 distinct personalities to his psychiatrist, Dr. Fletcher, but one remains hidden and poised to take control. Driven by this emerging personality, Kevin kidnaps three teenage girls, led by the perceptive Casey. This triggers a struggle for survival within Kevin himself and for everyone around him as the boundaries between his different personalities begin to break down.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.3 - 51
MonsterMovie · 2003 · 109m · Crime, DramaIn 1989, prostitute Aileen Wuornos forms a relationship with a young woman named Selby. Hoping to improve her life, Aileen's lack of education leads her back to working on the streets. After being assaulted, she kills her attacker. This event marks the beginning of a series of murders and robberies, ultimately transforming Aileen into America's first confirmed female serial killer.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 52
Mr. BrooksMovie · 2007 · 120m · Crime, ThrillerThis psychological thriller follows a man struggling with a dark side. He's occasionally overtaken by a violent alter ego who revels in murder and mayhem.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9 - 53
Serial Killers: The Real Life Hannibal LectersMovie · 2001 · 60m · Documentary, Thriller, CrimeThe film explores several documented cases of serial killers, drawing parallels between their behaviors and the character of Hannibal Lecter from popular fiction.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.9 - 54
ScreamMovie · 2022 · 114m · Horror, MysteryTwenty-five years after a series of violent murders terrorized the town of Woodsboro, a new killer wearing the Ghostface mask emerges. They begin stalking a group of teenagers, seeking to revive dark secrets from the town's history.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.7 - 55
Natural Born KillersMovie · 1994 · 118m · Crime, Thriller, DramaThis film explores the lives of two people haunted by difficult childhoods. Their unexpected romance deepens into a dangerous partnership. The story examines how society's interest in violence can elevate these troubled individuals to a strange kind of heroism. It looks at the complexities of love and human nature, and the consequences of seeking approval from outside sources that blur the lines between right and wrong.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1 - 56
Memories of a Murderer: The Nilsen TapesMovie · 2021 · 84m · DocumentaryConfined to a prison cell, serial killer Dennis Nilsen recounts his life and gruesome crimes in a series of unsettling audio recordings he made while incarcerated.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.9 - 57
H.H. Holmes: America's First Serial KillerMovie · 2004 · 64m · Crime, Documentary, HistoryH.H. Holmes constructed a terrifying castle filled with devices of death: torture chambers, acid vats, greased chutes, and gassing rooms. The film chronicles Holmes' life as a criminal mastermind, detailing his creation of this horrific place.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 58
The SnowmanMovie · 2017 · 119m · Crime, Thriller, MysteryDetective Harry Hole investigates the disappearance of a woman. Her pink scarf is discovered wrapped around a disturbing snowman.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.2 - 59
Believe Me: The Abduction of Lisa McVeyMovie · 2018 · 87m · Drama, TV Movie, CrimeThe night Lisa McVey intends to end her life, she is kidnapped and brutally raped. After managing to convince her attacker to release her, she returns home. However, no one believes her account except for one detective who suspects she was abducted by a serial killer. Based on a true story.IMDb 7.2TMDB 8.0 - 60
GacyMovie · 2003 · 88m · Crime, Drama, HorrorThis film is based on the true story of John Wayne Gacy, a man who appeared to be a model citizen – a loving father, husband, and community volunteer. Secretly, he was a serial killer who murdered over 30 men and boys, and entombed their bodies in the crawl space beneath the house where he lived with his family.IMDb 4.7TMDB 4.5 - 61
D.C. Sniper: 23 Days of FearMovie · 2003 · 120mThis film recounts the events of the 2002 sniper attacks that gripped the United States for 23 days. Within the first 24 hours, six people were killed in Maryland County by a sniper. Amidst the national crisis, a man and his son remain largely unnoticed. As police and the FBI pursue a false lead involving a white van, the perpetrators operate with freedom, and fear spreads throughout the community.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.4 - 62
Crimson PeakMovie · 2015 · 119m · Horror, Mystery, RomanceFollowing a family tragedy, a young writer struggles between her feelings for a longtime friend and the allure of a captivating stranger. Seeking refuge from her painful history, she finds herself drawn to a house with a strange, living presence – a house that seems to hold onto the past.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.7
