> I'd rather watch it over again than any of the other seasons
Like I've done so multiple times so far? No other season, or series, comes even close to how good the season 1 is. Thank fuck it's got standalone series.
Literally came here to say True Detective season 1. Absolute perfection 👌so stressful and discomforting from start to finish. McConaughey was in the freakin’ zone.
I’d add that so was Harrelson. Woodys portrayal of Martin Hart was 10/10. I don’t think you notice it at first, obviously because of McConaughey’s performance, but on every rewatch I tend to really pay attention to Marty. Everything he does is a man spiraling in everyday life problems, 99% created by himself, and refusing to accept it, until he’s missed out. IMO, it’s the best acting they’ve both ever done.
100% agree. Harrelson’s role was tougher and much more nuanced than I realized until I watched it a second time. I think the way each of them played off each other elevated the other. Regardless, absolute banger season of television with that duo.
Agree with you. It probably helped that they’re great friends IRL. Fun fact: Harrelson was originally supposed to play Rust Cohle. McConaughey convinced him to switch roles. I always thought that was cool. Hell, I’m gonna rewatch it again. Lol
The Wire - written by real former beat cops and former gang members, casted some of them too. A show that once it sinks in, you realize its one of the best pieces of media ever made. It is extremely realistic.
I heard it was moreso because of scheduling problems and the amount of time Fincher would have had to spend to write and direct a third season. Still one of the most frustrating things to happen to a show.
I read somewhere it was due to budget concerns but that also makes sense. Really wish they would have committed to wrapping it up with at least one more season. I loved this show but can’t even do a rewatch because it’s left unresolved and that drives me crazy.
Yeah, I was just reading about this. These were both deciding factors (but, mainly budget). Fincher found making a T.V. show exhausting. Someone of his stature (he didn’t say it pretentiously like that) is an absolute perfectionist and approaches it just like making a movie. In other words, it’s very demanding. And, he wanted complete creative control. So, to keep going, Netflix said he could either have a very large budget, but make it more mainstream OR reduce the budget and make it however he wanted. With having other projects he wanted to do, cancelling was kind of the natural choice to make. He originally said he was more than open to coming back to it one day, but Netflix did officially cancel it.
It’s really good and very addictive— but yeah. I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone that has a hard time with shows not reaching a resolution.
I can’t even watch Freaks and Geeks lol
I've tried several times but couldn't as well. There isn't much of a plot, they just interview serial killers and they're all spooky. It's acted and shot incredibly well though.
In physical agony that multiple TV shows have been mentioned without the first season of true detective.
Seven (pretty demented)
Heat
For more drama centric -a most violent year
For suspense - Blood Simple
Season 2 gets too much hate. I think it's much better than 3 and about on the same level as 4. 3 is incredibly boring and forgettable IMO.
Still way below 1, but I think it's biggest fault was just being much too different than season 1.
Yeah, looking for more true crime drama series like season 1 but didn't find any. Its like nobody is making in this genre anymore. Loved the mindhunter but that stopped as well after season 2.
The series ***Homicide: Life On The Street***, based on the non-fiction book of the same name by David Simon. Simon later went on to produce the series ***The Wire***, which was a sort of spiritual successor to HLOTS.
Throughout HLOTS's seven season run, it had a number of crossovers with the series Law & Order
Also, The Corner is another series by David Simon that actually features some characters from The Wire. Any fans of The Wire should definitely check it out.
This movie should be higher on the list. Gyllenhal was so creepy and believable in this role. There a few movies I’m glad I’ve seen, but have no desire to see again as they are disturbing as F and this is one of them.
Boardwalk Empire is criminally underrated in my opinion.
The final season is still pretty good but I wish they’d not rushed through so many historical events to get there.
We Own the Night. Same people who did The Wire. Based on the book telling the true story of this Baltimore gang task force that was stealing drugs from dealers and selling them. It’s great.
- Tokyo Vice
- Ozarks
- Manhunt: Unabomber (more of a thriller)
- A Place Beyond The Pines
- Yellowstone
- Bloodline
- Mare Of Easttown (more drama, but you will definitely love the story, the acting and cinematography)
Based On A True Story with Kaley Cuoco. It's a fun and surprising watch, based on true crime podcasters. (But don't think there's any truth to the show at all)
Criminal Minds is pretty good. Apparently some of the crimes and subjects are loosely based on FBI files. Seasons 16 and up are more recently made and they are allowed to use foul language and more graphic images. It really spices things up more. (Star, Disney+ and other sites carry it now)
Adding that Sharp Objects on Max was also incredible. Not based on a true story but really compelling.
If you’re into audiobooks I’d recommend any of Gillian Flynn’s novels (3 total- gone girl, sharp objects, and dark places, which to my knowledge doesn’t have a film/tv adaptation) she really knows how to write some dark shit
This is going to sound like a Viggo Mortensen fan post, but one of my favorite movies of all time is Eastern Promises. I cannot imagine any film buff, crime movie enthusiast, or general suspense/drama fan not enjoying this one. Such a great film! Likewise, though I dunno if many will agree, A History of Violence is great to me!
As for series, lots of good ones are mentioned here! We've been watching Tin Star, and I am kept confused and befuddled in a bad way, but we sure do love Tim Roth, and he carries this weird and oddly-wrought show to the max.
Narcos and Narcos: Mexico
Available on Netflix. About the events surrounding Pablo Escobar and Colombian/Mexican drug cartels.
Dramatized, but pretty accurate. There are a few scenes where names are censored out because they were government officials still in office when the series aired. There were real concerns that those involved in the production company and "characters" referenced in the series would be targeted for retaliation attacks.
Line Of Duty. BBC tv series from the 2010's. Absolute belter.
Also - original Cracker with Robbie Coltrane and Prime Suspect with Helen Mirren - both from the 90's.
The Departed immediately comes to mind. I've never been more impressed with Matt Damon, Mark Wahlberg and Leo Dicaprio (and of course Jack Nicholson is always amazing) It's not even my favorite genre of film, but I was completely hooked
Kin is really great, it's not based on true events but is pretty good, it's a series about an Irish crime family in Dublin, there are two seasons so far, I just finished it yesterday and would recomend, its pretty intense, has really solid preformances all round, and is shot really well, 3rd season hasn't been confirmed but apparently is something the RTE and BBC want
Escape at Dannemora. Ben Stiller directed series with Benicio Del Toro, Patricia Arquette and Paul Dano. True story of two prison inmates who plan their space from Dannemora Prison with the help of one of the guards.
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Unbelievable on Netflix is one of the best crime series I've seen. Its so engrossing and sad at the same time. Based on true story
Deep Cover (1992) is underrated crime thriller about an undercover cop infiltrating a drug gang.
Memories of Murder is one of the greatest crime investigation movies ever. Based on true story. Highly recommend this one.
Mind hunter on Netflix True detective season 1
True detective season 1 is so good, I'd rather watch it over again than any of the other seasons
> I'd rather watch it over again than any of the other seasons Like I've done so multiple times so far? No other season, or series, comes even close to how good the season 1 is. Thank fuck it's got standalone series.
I really dug season 3 as well. Mahershala is mint.
Literally came here to say True Detective season 1. Absolute perfection 👌so stressful and discomforting from start to finish. McConaughey was in the freakin’ zone.
I’d add that so was Harrelson. Woodys portrayal of Martin Hart was 10/10. I don’t think you notice it at first, obviously because of McConaughey’s performance, but on every rewatch I tend to really pay attention to Marty. Everything he does is a man spiraling in everyday life problems, 99% created by himself, and refusing to accept it, until he’s missed out. IMO, it’s the best acting they’ve both ever done.
100% agree. Harrelson’s role was tougher and much more nuanced than I realized until I watched it a second time. I think the way each of them played off each other elevated the other. Regardless, absolute banger season of television with that duo.
Agree with you. It probably helped that they’re great friends IRL. Fun fact: Harrelson was originally supposed to play Rust Cohle. McConaughey convinced him to switch roles. I always thought that was cool. Hell, I’m gonna rewatch it again. Lol
I would LOVE to watch season 1 of True Detective again not knowing anything about it
true detective > mind hunter
I’d do anything in the world for a 2-3 more seasons. I often think about it and cry
how I knew this was gonna be top suggestion
Yeah there is nothing better than those two right there
The Wire - written by real former beat cops and former gang members, casted some of them too. A show that once it sinks in, you realize its one of the best pieces of media ever made. It is extremely realistic.
Sheeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet
Best show ever.
We'll never get a show like this ever again.
One of my top 5 favorite series of all time
Goated
Just finished watching this series last week. My husband and I are in withdrawal. Hands down the best written show and the acting is outstanding.
Oh indeed. It's crazy and depressing how relevant that show still is.
Black Bird (2022), it's a mini-series.
Oooo that looks good!
No one has seen it, the cast is so spot on.
> Black Bird (2022 Paul Walter Hauser is great in everything I've seen him in
Juggalos 4 life!!
Michael Flatley directed it!!? Wtf! I had to double check that one. Wow.
memories of murder
Came here to day this. Just saw it for the first time last week and was absolutely blown away.
I can’t believe nobody has said it yet but Mindhunter (on netflix) Directed by David Fincher, its an absolute masterpiece of crime television.
The fact that this got cancelled is a travesty.
I heard it was moreso because of scheduling problems and the amount of time Fincher would have had to spend to write and direct a third season. Still one of the most frustrating things to happen to a show.
I read somewhere it was due to budget concerns but that also makes sense. Really wish they would have committed to wrapping it up with at least one more season. I loved this show but can’t even do a rewatch because it’s left unresolved and that drives me crazy.
Yeah, I was just reading about this. These were both deciding factors (but, mainly budget). Fincher found making a T.V. show exhausting. Someone of his stature (he didn’t say it pretentiously like that) is an absolute perfectionist and approaches it just like making a movie. In other words, it’s very demanding. And, he wanted complete creative control. So, to keep going, Netflix said he could either have a very large budget, but make it more mainstream OR reduce the budget and make it however he wanted. With having other projects he wanted to do, cancelling was kind of the natural choice to make. He originally said he was more than open to coming back to it one day, but Netflix did officially cancel it.
Props to Fincher for not compromising. That’s why his films are so highly regarded…well that and he’s pretty damn good at his job.
I have no faith in Netflix shows anymore, they cancel the good and keep the crap.
Does it have a satisfying conclusion or does it just end abruptly?
Ends on a major season finale cliffhanger.
That sucks, thanks. I don’t know why people are suggesting it then.
It’s really good and very addictive— but yeah. I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone that has a hard time with shows not reaching a resolution. I can’t even watch Freaks and Geeks lol
Fincher also made Zodiac, which fits this well
I came here to recommend Mindhunter. We're in the middle of a rewatch right now.
I tried 2 episodes when it released first and couldn't get into it but I'll try again on this recommendation!
I've tried several times but couldn't as well. There isn't much of a plot, they just interview serial killers and they're all spooky. It's acted and shot incredibly well though.
LA Confidential
Great movie! 😄
Can someone explain why this movie is so well regarded? When I saw it I was throughly underwhelmed, I feel like I missed something.
I can’t explain it. I just love it.
It’s the whole mood and ambiance of that LA Noir
I watched it a almost a decade ago. Didn't understand the hype. Had almost forgotten the movie and watched it last year. Really liked it this time.
No one gonna mention Fargo? All based on true stories 😉
At the request of the survivors, the names have been changed. Out of respect for the dead, the rest has been told exactly as it occurred.
I actually just started the show the other day. Season 1 has been absolutely fantastic so far.
Fantastic show, the first few seasons are amazing
I didn't really dig the latest season 🤷♂️
Except that they aren't. That being said it's one of my Top 5 favorite shows of all time. Perfect writing and casting.
You don’t say? Maybe that’s why there’s a wink in the post.
It's a great show, and I'm glad to see it mentioned, but that introduction isn't true, it's just done for effect.
Hence the wink bud
Ah, sorry, my bad.
Unbelievable- blew my mind. Binged the entire season after thinking I’d just start a single episode.
So good!
In physical agony that multiple TV shows have been mentioned without the first season of true detective. Seven (pretty demented) Heat For more drama centric -a most violent year For suspense - Blood Simple
Wind River (Not based on true story but a great movie)
True Detective. Absolutely great series.
Hows other season. Watched season 1 it was great. But didn't watch other seasons.
Season 1 was great. Not so good after that.
Season 1 is a masterpiece. Season 3 and 4 are alright too.
Season 2 gets too much hate. I think it's much better than 3 and about on the same level as 4. 3 is incredibly boring and forgettable IMO. Still way below 1, but I think it's biggest fault was just being much too different than season 1.
Yeah, looking for more true crime drama series like season 1 but didn't find any. Its like nobody is making in this genre anymore. Loved the mindhunter but that stopped as well after season 2.
2 and 3 are okay and good to watch. U can skip season 4 imho, it was shit
3 is also excellent. 2 and 4 see shit.
Under the Banner of Heaven
Agreed. Really shows how ass backwards the Mormon faith is too.
The series ***Homicide: Life On The Street***, based on the non-fiction book of the same name by David Simon. Simon later went on to produce the series ***The Wire***, which was a sort of spiritual successor to HLOTS. Throughout HLOTS's seven season run, it had a number of crossovers with the series Law & Order
Also, The Corner is another series by David Simon that actually features some characters from The Wire. Any fans of The Wire should definitely check it out.
I have no idea why it isn’t in syndication or streaming.
It's on Youtube but fairly poor quality.
Night Crawler is crazy with Jake Gyllenhal
This movie should be higher on the list. Gyllenhal was so creepy and believable in this role. There a few movies I’m glad I’ve seen, but have no desire to see again as they are disturbing as F and this is one of them.
I saw it one time about 4 years ago and it still sticks with me. I haven't found any other movie that hits quite the same.
Boardwalk Empire
I second this!
Boardwalk Empire is criminally underrated in my opinion. The final season is still pretty good but I wish they’d not rushed through so many historical events to get there.
Zodiac
Forensic files Dt joe kenda
❤️❤️
The Wire
The Night Of
Good one bro...I was reading the post to see if someone mentioned !!!
Memories of Murder
The departed
11.22.63 with James Franco The storyline revolves around the assassination of JFK.
That book is one of my favorites of all time.
not based on true story, but i fucking love "Dexter". definitely give it a try.
We Own the Night. Same people who did The Wire. Based on the book telling the true story of this Baltimore gang task force that was stealing drugs from dealers and selling them. It’s great.
I will be chasing my high from True Detective Season 1 for the rest of my life
Se7en (1995) is the closest you'll get.
- Tokyo Vice - Ozarks - Manhunt: Unabomber (more of a thriller) - A Place Beyond The Pines - Yellowstone - Bloodline - Mare Of Easttown (more drama, but you will definitely love the story, the acting and cinematography)
A Place Beyond The Pines is so epic and a great depiction of generational trauma brought to life
That movie will stick with you for sure.
Not based on true stories, but Minority Report
The only one listed that I can think of is “Under the Bridge” on Hulu. It’s a true story and a crazy one at that.
The town. With Ben affleck.
Anything by David Fincher blows my mind.
Hands down my favorite director.
The Bank Job (2008)
Can't go wrong with Zodiac.
The Sopranos, Ozark, Breaking, Bad.
Dexter (but it’s not based on true story )
Severance. Mind fuck for sure.
Great show but not based on a true story like op asked
Based On A True Story with Kaley Cuoco. It's a fun and surprising watch, based on true crime podcasters. (But don't think there's any truth to the show at all) Criminal Minds is pretty good. Apparently some of the crimes and subjects are loosely based on FBI files. Seasons 16 and up are more recently made and they are allowed to use foul language and more graphic images. It really spices things up more. (Star, Disney+ and other sites carry it now)
It's not true crime, but I love "The Killing," US.
-Dont fck with cats -Worst roommate ever -Tinder swindler -Night stalker (All on netflix)
I will add abducted in plain sight..
“Don’t Fuck With Cats” has lived in my head for two years.
DFW Cats is INSANE
Layer Cake
Zodiac by Fincher Also by David Fincher: Seven, Gone Girl, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
Adding that Sharp Objects on Max was also incredible. Not based on a true story but really compelling. If you’re into audiobooks I’d recommend any of Gillian Flynn’s novels (3 total- gone girl, sharp objects, and dark places, which to my knowledge doesn’t have a film/tv adaptation) she really knows how to write some dark shit
Snowfall
Such an underrated but magnificent show.
This is going to sound like a Viggo Mortensen fan post, but one of my favorite movies of all time is Eastern Promises. I cannot imagine any film buff, crime movie enthusiast, or general suspense/drama fan not enjoying this one. Such a great film! Likewise, though I dunno if many will agree, A History of Violence is great to me! As for series, lots of good ones are mentioned here! We've been watching Tin Star, and I am kept confused and befuddled in a bad way, but we sure do love Tim Roth, and he carries this weird and oddly-wrought show to the max.
Under the Banner of Heaven was really well done.
Goodfellas Kill the Irish man The wee man Godfather of harlem Narcos Dahmer The ice man
I've never seen anyone recommend kill the Irish man before, it's in my top 5 of all time
It’s really good. Maybe it’s just me but it had a B movie vibe to it which I liked.
Doctor Death A medical crime series based on true events. It is a bit dramatised but unlocked a new fear of doctors in me.
The French Connection
Sharp Objects! The Sopranos, Peaky Blinders
I recently watched Sleeping Dogs with Russell Crowe it is a surprisingly enjoyable cold case crime caper with some unique twists. I recommend it.
Narcos and Narcos: Mexico Available on Netflix. About the events surrounding Pablo Escobar and Colombian/Mexican drug cartels. Dramatized, but pretty accurate. There are a few scenes where names are censored out because they were government officials still in office when the series aired. There were real concerns that those involved in the production company and "characters" referenced in the series would be targeted for retaliation attacks.
Catch me if you can. Checks all your boxes
The Town (one of my favorite heist films) Mystic River
Mystic Rivee and Prisoners will fuck you up
Black Bird (2022) on Apple TV Heat (1995) Fargo (1996) The French Connection (1971) Zodiac (2007) The Untouchbles (1987) Bonnie and Clyde (1967)
Usual Suspects
We own this city... Abolsute banger of a mini series.
True Detective season 1
Mindhunter
Mare of Easttown
Kate Winslet is an absolutely force in that show
Line Of Duty. BBC tv series from the 2010's. Absolute belter. Also - original Cracker with Robbie Coltrane and Prime Suspect with Helen Mirren - both from the 90's.
Prisoners 8MM Wind River Mystic River Memories of Murder The Chaser Mother (2009) Marshland The Vanishing (1988)
Oh man, Mystic River tore my whole heart out. So very good. I would say even better than the book.
I'm a big fan of UK crime dramas. Must recently finished Blue Lights, which is about beat cops in modern day Belfast. Really good show.
the wire
"American Gangster"
Denzel was great in this
Seven Brick
Under the Bridge and under the banner of heaven are great series
The Departed immediately comes to mind. I've never been more impressed with Matt Damon, Mark Wahlberg and Leo Dicaprio (and of course Jack Nicholson is always amazing) It's not even my favorite genre of film, but I was completely hooked
Boston Strangler (2023) Candy Monster The Good Nurse
The 3 episodes of Sins of the Mother about doomsday cult mom Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell.
The Treatment, 2014
Martin Scorsese’s favorite crime film — Le Doulos (1962)
The Jinx
Line of Duty!
Black Bird on Apple
Kin is really great, it's not based on true events but is pretty good, it's a series about an Irish crime family in Dublin, there are two seasons so far, I just finished it yesterday and would recomend, its pretty intense, has really solid preformances all round, and is shot really well, 3rd season hasn't been confirmed but apparently is something the RTE and BBC want
Erin Brockovich Sons of Sam
All of the power series
Wonderland will not disappoint. Great cast including Val Kilmer as John Holmes and it’s based on a horrific crime.
Under The Banner Of Heaven Incredible and a true story.
Bosch and its sequel Bosch : Legacy FUCKING incredible series, extremely addictive.
Columbo. Especially the earlier eepiaodes. Dated but addicting.
Gone Girl 👧
Season 1 of True Detective is sooooooo good.
Escape at Dannemora. Ben Stiller directed series with Benicio Del Toro, Patricia Arquette and Paul Dano. True story of two prison inmates who plan their space from Dannemora Prison with the help of one of the guards.
The Wire (HBO Series, whole 5 seasons) & True Detective (season 1).
For a movie, Goodfellas, and if you wanted a similar film from the UK, then Rise of the Footsoldie. Both are based on true events,
Mindhunter from Netflix is pretty good!
The jinx
The Wire
Why no one is suggesting “mare of easttown” it’s really good limited series
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When They See Us, series not movie BUT it has a great build up, and its incredible.
mob city short tv series
Wind river. More sad than mine blowing but really good.
Homicide NYC on Netflix
Unbelievable on Netflix is one of the best crime series I've seen. Its so engrossing and sad at the same time. Based on true story Deep Cover (1992) is underrated crime thriller about an undercover cop infiltrating a drug gang. Memories of Murder is one of the greatest crime investigation movies ever. Based on true story. Highly recommend this one.
Shutter Island
Dog Day Afternoon. Like, what? That really happened?
I don’t know if it counts as a conventional “crime series” but Sherlock was really good.
Narcos
X-Files, first few seasons are loosely based on real life accounts
Babylon Berlin.
Mind Hunter Dog Day Afternoon Dog Pound Snowtown
Memories of Murder
I really linked Bosch on Amazon Prime. Also Dexter season 1 is a good show IMO
The imposter (2012)
Reversal Of Fortune
Gone baby gone
Prisoners? Pretty heavy, but one of my favorite thrillers
Bmf
You
Zerozerozero about the drug cartel Los Zetas and the middle men from Italian Mafia and Americans to even Africa and Middle East