The subject matter of murder documentaries is undoubtedly mind-stimulating, which is why they will never stop being interesting. While it can’t be denied that the people who commit crimes are inhumane, it is certainly exciting to learn about their stories. Furthermore, it is fascinating to know about their background, mentality, upbringing, and what drove them to participate in unspeakable acts.
Although several OTT platforms have many quality true crime documentaries, the ones Hulu has made over the years have been grabbing viewers’ attention for several years. So, here is a list of murder documentaries on Hulu that are unmissable for true crime enthusiasts.
The Murder Of Laci Peterson
Back in 2002, a 27-year-old pregnant woman named Laci Peterson was murdered. The court convicted her husband, Scott Lee Peterson, for the crimes. Even though he is currently serving a life sentence without the possibility of parole, he has maintained his innocence for all these years.
In 2017, Hulu released a six-episode miniseries titled The Murder of Laci Peterson, which explored the entire tragedy in detail.
According to Rotten Tomatoes, the synopsis of The Murder of Laci Peterson reads, “A pregnant Laci Peterson disappeared without a trace on Christmas Eve in 2002. Four months later, her body and that of her unborn child, Conner, was found. Her husband, Scott Peterson, was eventually convicted of murder and sentenced to death, despite the absence of DNA evidence or eyewitness testimony.”
It continues, “Across six episodes, showcased are new interviews with Scott Peterson himself from prison, as well as unprecedented access to his family as they speak candidly about his conviction. In addition, the series includes interviews with an expansive list of key eyewitnesses, experts, lawyers, cops, journalists and detectives.”
The Menendez Brothers: Erik Tells All
In 1989, the infamous Menendez Brothers, Lyle and Erik, killed their parents, José and Mary Louise “Kitty” Menéndez, in Beverly Hills, California. The duo had reportedly used a Mossberg 12-gauge shotgun to execute the murder.
Hulu released a TV series in 2017 titled The Menendez Brothers: Erik Tells All. The docuseries explains this gruesome story in detail.
The synopsis of The Menendez Brothers: Erik Tells All, as per IMDb, reads, “When the Menendez brothers were tried on national TV for brutally killing their parents in Beverly Hills, their story became a national obsession. Now, the first edition of this anthology series delves into the players, the crime and the media circus. Detailing the day-to-day battles of the trial and unveiling the shocking truth of what really went down when the cameras stopped rolling.”
Casey Anthony: An American Murder Mystery
In 2008, Casey Marie Anthony was accused of murdering her three-year-old daughter, Caylee Marie Anthony. Even though the court sent Casey to jail, she was found not guilty of first-degree murder. The accused is currently out of prison.
Hulu made a documentary in 2017 about this infamous case. Titled Casey Anthony: An American Murder Mystery, the docuseries has three episodes so far.
Hulu describes the series as, “Lies, betrayal, and murder – what happened to Caylee Anthony? This three-part special looks inside one of the most controversial murder cases in American history. Explore new revelations in the case that outraged the nation.”
Casey Anthony: An American Murder Mystery starred Diane Dimond, Jeff Ashton, Cindy Anthony, and several others.
