Total Nerd

The following underrated true crime movies are guaranteed to keep you hooked. Actual crimes have influenced movies for decades. They're tricky to pull off, because if done without sensitivity, they can be exploitative or sensationalistic. That, in turn, proves disrespectful to the victims. Doing it right, on the other hand, sheds important light onto the mindset of criminals and the devastating impact of the crimes.&nbsp;Each of the following films handles its true story properly. They have strong performances, deft direction, and, perhaps most importantly, carefully crafted screenplays that try to provide illumination. Many of them are directly based on real events, whereas a couple were merely inspired by something that actually occurred. No matter which approach is taken, these compelling movies are perfect the next time you want to delve into a true crime story.&nbsp;

Underrated Movies Based On Real-Life Crimes

Film

The Most Underrated True Crime Movies

Mike McGranaghan

Ranking all the new and returning shows and movies that should be on your radar in 2023.

2023: What to Watch

Graveyard Shift

Whether you're rooting for the criminal or those that try to catch them, the best crime shows of 2023 will have you hooked and looking for answers. Featuring special police units, vigilantes, or even straight up mobsters, these shows include newly premiered series to long running favorites.Bosch offshoot Bosch: Legacy brings everyone's favorite grumbling detective back to the forefront, this time working with a former enemy. Meanwhile, returning critical darling Happy Valley boasts another stunning performance from Sarah Lancashire as a strong-willed police sargeant. Other notable shows on this list include Tokyo Vice, Dark Winds, and The Godfather of Harlem.Vote up your favorite crime dramas in 2023 and check out the whole list for more suggestions!

The Best Crime Drama Series In 2023

TV Program

Akansha Kakkad

2023

Often mixing shocking cases with drama sensibilities, the best new true crime shows of 2023 turn the spotlight to yet more unsolved murders and big time heists. From the tragic to the oddly funny, many of these true crime shows will have you glued to your seat until the end.The 2023 crime shows on this list tell real stories through fictionalized adaptations. Often using high profile stars, these shows are able to tell stories that may be otherwise forgotten. Often, they do add a little bit more pizzazz, though, so don't be surprised when you look up the story and see things may have happened a little differently. Either way, these series blend true events with striking filmmaking to make some incredible TV .Vote up your favorite true crime shows and make sure to check back for new additions!

The Best New True Crime Shows Of 2023

There are killers, and then there are those who cross all lines of human decency by consuming the flesh of their victims. Here are the grisly details.

People Who Eat People

Horror

Cannibalism is one of the oldest and strongest cultural taboos we possess - and as such, it has been a ripe subject for storytelling and filmmaking for as long as stories have been told and films have been made. The cannibalism subgenre has given rise to plenty of classic films and long-running franchises, from The Texas Chain Saw Massacre to the debonair cannibal antagonist of The Silence of the Lambs, Dr. Hannibal Lecter, and everything in between. The cannibal clan of The Hills Have Eyes, possibly inspired by the real-life stories of Sawney Bean, have been the basis of two separate franchises, while the hillbilly cannibals of Wrong Turn have kept their franchise going strong for a half-dozen films or more. Italian filmmakers have turned this particular subgenre into a cottage industry, with flicks like Cannibal Holocaust so notorious that they need no introduction.Alongside these well-known classics, however, there are plenty of other movies about cannibalism that are less famous but no less deserving of attention. Vote up the human-eating films that you think are worthy of a second course.

18 Underrated Movies About Cannibalism

Underrated Movies About Cannibalism

Orrin Grey

Stars: They're just like us! They do things that aren't quite legal, and sometimes, they even get caught. 

Celebrity (In)Justice

Pop Culture

Another year means another list of famous people who’ve been arrested. It didn’t take long for the arrests to begin in 2023. An arrest warrant was issued for Dallas Cowboys rookie Sam Williams, following a violent car crash. Andy Dick was arrested for being under the influence, and climate activist Greta Thunberg was arrested at a protest for the expansion of a coal mine. Those 2023 celebrity arrests all occurred in January!Some celebrities may find themselves in jail, while others, like Ezra Miller, will make plea deals to avoid prison time. Driving under the influence, assault, and disorderly conduct are just a few of the reasons a star could be arrested. Fraud has also been a fairly “trendy” crime of late, when it comes to reality stars.&nbsp;To check if any of your favorite celebrities have been arrested, or just to keep tabs on criminal activity in Hollywood, be sure to bookmark this list, since it will be updated throughout the year. You can also <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/celebrity-arrests-in-2022/calistylie">check out this list</a> to learn more about celebrity arrests from 2022.

Celebrities Who Were Arrested In 2023

Person

Jules Burke

Lists for fans who can't get enough of that sweet, sweet T.C.

True Crime on Screen

1980s

The 1980s and '90s were filled with films that became cult classics, like The Outsiders, Footloose, Clueless, and 10 Things I Hate About You. Each film solidified its status in Hollywood as a timeless comedy, romance, or coming-of-age movie.While those three categories continue to dominate the big screen, another genre made its mark on 1980s and ‘90s films: true crime documentaries. With the recent boom in true crime content both online and in film, this roundup of true crime documentaries released during the 1980s and '90s is sure to give true crime fans some ideas - if they haven’t seen these films already.

True Crime Documentaries From The '80s And '90s Every Fan Of The Genre Should See

The Best '80s And '90s True Crime Documentaries

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The Sopranos

Years later, fans are still raving about <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/sopranos-small-details/damon-davis">The Sopranos</a>, and for good reason. Few TV dramas have captured the attention of audiences and critics quite like The Sopranos, so we've decided to round up some fan appreciation tweets about the show. Whether you're a fan, about to watch for the first time, or the 50th, check them out and vote for your faves!

22 Fan Tweets About 'The Sopranos' That Are All That And Some Gabagool

General

Jane LaCroix

In need of a crime show or movie to check out? Whenever you're in the mood to watch some bad people pull off some really bad crimes, you might stroll over to your TV and find a movie or a show to watch on the subject. The problem is, there are hundreds of outstanding examples of crime movies and television series to&nbsp;watch, not to mention some you'll want to skip. With so many options, it can be difficult to decide on watching one or the other: a movie or a TV show. This list aims to help you make that decision by ranking the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-current-crime-shows/ranker-tv" target="_blank">very best in crime shows</a> and movies.If some of the crime shows and movies about crime on this list aren't familiar to you, there are a few sprinkled in that are a bit older you may recognize. The list compiles crime series and and <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/all-crime-movies-or-list-of-crime-movies/all-genre-movies-lists" target="_blank">top crime films</a> that are similar to help identify others you may like. For instance, if you're a fan of&nbsp;The Godfather, odds are you'll also enjoy watching HBO's&nbsp;The Sopranos.&nbsp;Are you a fan of&nbsp;The Silence of the Lambs&nbsp;because you can't get enough Hannibal Lecter? If that's the case, then you might want to check out NBC's take on the character in their hit series&nbsp;Hannibal.How will we&nbsp;ever determine which newer movies and shows about crime deserves&nbsp;the top spot on this list? You can help decide by giving your favorites a thumbs up and adding any good movies or shows missing from the list.

The Very Best Crime Shows and Movies, Ranked

The Best Crime Movies & TV Shows, Ranked by Votes

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Culture

A good thriller novel can keep you on the edge of your seat better than a movie and even when you have to put the book down the upcoming twists and turns stay in your mind. The best thriller audiobooks make it easier to stay in the story, all you have to do is put on your headphones while you commute, are at work, or just doing tasks around the house.

Many of the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-suspense-novels/ranker-books?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">best thriller books</a> are about <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/crime-fiction-books-novels-and-stories/reference" target="_blank">crime and legal drama</a>, such as Split Second and Power Play which are both parts of Cathrine Coulter&#39;s FBI Thriller series. Many great thriller audiobooks are also vengeance or psychological thriller stories, such as The Terminal List, Small Town Spin, and Any Means Necessary. There are even versions of thriller books only available on Audible, such as Malevolent and Daughters of the Lake. There are even multi-book sets available on audiobook, so the suspense never stops.

Which of these thriller audiobooks will you download? <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Audible-Free-Trial-Digital-Membership/dp/B00NB86OYE/?ref_=assoc_tag_ph_1485906643682&amp;_encoding=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=pf4&amp;tag=rankercom2790573-20&amp;linkId=af140b072c99eaf6622f48d67ce4c486" target="_blank">Try Audible and get two free audiobooks</a> - which makes it even easier to start up the thrills. Vote for the crime and thriller audiobooks you would recommend to other thriller lovers and add any must-listen books we might have missed.

The Best Crime & Thriller Audiobooks

Book

The Best Thriller Audiobooks, Ranked By Listeners

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Prison

The Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile, The Great Escape, and Cool Hand Luke are the most revered and popular films set inside prisons. If you've seen all of them yet still crave a good story set in the Big House, check out one of the following underrated prison movies. Some are little-known titles, others movies that got noticed upon their original release, only to see their status fade over time. All of them are guaranteed to absorb you.What makes people want to spend time watching films about prisons and penitentiaries? Most likely it's because none of us would want to spend time in such places. Viewing movies about them allows us to vicariously face things that would terrify us in real life. Jails are inherently dramatic locations, anyway, where riots, hostage situations, and occasional abuses of authority occur. These underrated examples of prison cinema utilize those elements and more to give audiences a potent experience.

20 Underrated Prison Movies That Deserve To Break Out

A prison makes an excellent film setting. Considering that prisons are full of morally problematic people who must rely on themselves and others to survive their sentences, cinematic essentials like conflict, a supporting cast, and character development are automatic. That&#39;s a big reason why so many of the best films take place in prisons.

As such, check out the following details that fans <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/the-best-prison-movies/ranker-film" target="_blank">found in movies</a> that take place in prisons or similar facilities.

Small Details Fans Noticed In Prison Movies

Shane Fraser

Breaking Bad

Here, you'll find an extensive list of <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-shows-currently-on-the-air?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">current TV shows</a> trying to be <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/plausible-breaking-bad-fan-theories/candice-darden" target="_blank">Breaking Bad</a>. Given it's widely considered one of the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/greatest-tv-shows-of-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">greatest TV shows of all time</a>, it makes sense Breaking Bad would be an influence for many television writers and producers. While imitation is the highest form of flattery, most viewers and critics don't appreciate shows that are a little too similar to something that's already been done. These programs aren't just inspired by the Vince Gilligan series. They're&nbsp;current shows that are just Breaking Bad&nbsp;ripoffs.&nbsp; Which&nbsp;TV shows ripping off Breaking Bad&nbsp;will you find here? In Ozark, Jason Bateman stars as a family man dealing with drug lords and murderers, making his character seem eerily similar to Walter White. Other good shows copying Breaking Bad include Sneaky Pete, Fargo, and Mary Kills People. Which Breaking Bad-esque show is the biggest ripoff?&nbsp;Help us decide by giving the most shameless imitations&nbsp;a thumbs up and please add any good series we may have missed.

Current TV Shows That Are Just Breaking Bad Ripoffs

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Unspeakable Times

These are the best &lsquo;70s heist movies. Fans of the genre know that The Sting with Paul Newman and Robert Redford has to be considered one of the best caper films from the seventies. You&rsquo;ll also find that&nbsp;&lsquo;70s heist movies are sophisticated in their storytelling and cinematic techniques. Watch these movies&nbsp;if you want to root for the thieves but also be warned that not all of the heist films from the seventies show that crime pays. Even so, they are certainly <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-movies-to-watch-while-drinking/anncasano?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">fun to watch</a>. With famous actors such as Walter Matthau in The Taking of Pelham One Two Three and Al Pacino in Dog Day Afternoon, &lsquo;70s heist movies set the blueprint for some of the most memorable modern heist movies and franchises.

Other great heist movies from the seventies include the comical caper films The Return of the Pink Panther and The Pink Panther Strikes Again.

Now it&rsquo;s time to determine the greatest 1970s heist movies. Vote up the good &lsquo;70s heist movies to make sure that the right film makes its way to the top of the list. Don&rsquo;t see your favorite 1970s heist movie? Feel free to add it to the list.

The Best '70s Heist Movies

The Best '70s Heist Movies, Ranked

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50s Movies

These are the best &lsquo;50s heist movies. Fans of the genre know that Stanley Kubrick wrote and directed The Killing&nbsp;which has to be considered one of the best fifties movies about a robbery. You&rsquo;ll find that these &lsquo;50s heist movies are sophisticated in their storytelling and cinematic techniques. These fifties heist films are for you if you want to root for the thieves but also be warned that not all of the heist films from the fifties show that crime pays. Even so, they are certainly <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-movies-to-watch-while-drinking/anncasano?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">fun to watch</a>. With famous actors such as Steve McQueen in The Great St. Louis Bank Robbery and Alex Guinness in the original The Ladykillers, &lsquo;50s heist movies set the blueprint for some of the most memorable modern heist movies and franchises.

Other great heist movies from the fifties include the comical caper films Big Deal on Madonna Street and The Lavender Hill Mob.

Now it&rsquo;s time to determine the greatest 1950s heist movies. Vote up the good &lsquo;50s heist movies to make sure that the right film makes its way to the top of the list. Don&rsquo;t see your favorite 1950s heist movie? Feel free to add it to the list.

The Best '50s Heist Movies

The Best '50s Heist Movies, Ranked

True Crime

<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/missing-people-who-were-found-alive/rydavis?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Missing person cases</a> are often some of the most difficult for law enforcement to investigate and solve. Thousands of people <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.ranker.com/list/people-who-disappeared-mysteriously/alby-thompson">disappear under mysterious circumstances</a> all around the world each year, and many of these cases go unsolved. This was the case for Jennifer Kesse, who was likely abducted on her way to work in 2006.Kesse's disappearance received widespread media attention and extensive searches by police and the FBI, but even years later, no information regarding where she is or who might have been responsible has emerged. The distinct lack of evidence and leads in the investigation means no one is sure what happened to Kesse, even&nbsp;17 years after&nbsp;her disappearance.

Jennifer Kesse's Car Was Recovered Barely A Mile From Her Home, But No Trace Of Her Was Ever Found

Jennifer Kesse's Car Was Recovered Barely A Mile From Her Home, But No Trace Of Her Has Ever Been Found

Nathan Gibson

2020

UPDATED: Check out the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/celebrity-arrests-in-2021/celebrity-lists" target="_blank">celebrities who were arrested in 2021</a>.&nbsp;

It can be shocking to find out that a celebrity was recently arrested. Hollywood has a reputation for its excess,&nbsp;and, unfortunately, many of its stars fall victim to illegal activity and end up celebrities in prison.&nbsp;If you&rsquo;ve ever wondered, &ldquo;What celebrity got arrested today?&rdquo; then this list is for you.&nbsp;

Driving under the influence, assault, disorderly conduct, and stories of more horrible celebrity crimes can land even the biggest celebrities in jail. And once they&#39;re there, celebrity jail photos and recent celebrity arrests get lots of clicks.&nbsp;The famous people in prison is certainly the more negative side of celebrity news 2020.&nbsp;

In 2020, <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/rappers-in-prison-complete-list-of-rappers-in-jail/whatevayoulike?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword" target="_blank">who went to prison</a> even though they&#39;re rich and famous? What big <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/full-list-of-all-celebrity-mug-shots/celebrity-insider?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword" target="_blank">celebrity arrests</a> in 2020&nbsp;stole the headlines, and who are the big celebrities who went to jail?

Stories of&nbsp;celebrities recently arrested&nbsp;quickly&nbsp;fade once a new scandal hits the headlines.&nbsp;Every celebrity in jail of 2020&nbsp;is documented below. And, if you&#39;re curious if any of these celebs are repeat offenders, check out this list of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/celebrity-arrests-in-2019/calistylie" target="_blank">celebrity arrests of 2019</a>.

Celebrities Who Were Arrested in 2020

Celebrity Arrests in 2020

Crime lists at Ranker - The ultimate source for hundreds of crime lists and rankings

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Look: There are hundred of thousands of movies out there for you to watch. All we're saying is that these are the ones you should put at the top of your list.

Greatest and Favorite Movies

Lists of the best shows & movies about illicit transgressions and those who can't be constrained by the confines of the law, from pencil-pushing embezzlers to crooks on the lam.

Breakin' the Law

In appreciation of the action thriller franchise that follows a deadly assassin who comes out of retirement to seek [highly justified] personal revenge. 

Wick... John Wick

Crime Entertainment

The best crime movies are listed below. These movies are similar to <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/all-police-movies-or-list-of-police-movies/all-genre-movies-lists">cop films</a> but concentrate on the criminal&#39;s storyline rather than the cop&#39;s. All crime movies can be rated and imported into your own list of crime films. The greatest crime films list can be sorted by title, director, year, or actor. Some of&nbsp;the movies on this crime films list are old classics, some are <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-lifetime-docuseries/ranker-tv" target="_blank">TV movies</a>, and some of the crime films deal with new themes and technology. Each entry in the list of crime movies can be voted on, so chose which is the best crime movie out there or add a <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-new-crime-movies-of-the-last-few-years/ranker-film" target="_blank">new crime film</a> to the&nbsp;list.

If you&#39;re looking for the top crime thrillers or crime dramas, you have to start with popular&nbsp;mafia classics, like The Godfather and Goodfellas. Featuring some of the best films of all time, other good crime movies include The Departed, The Usual Suspects, Reservoir Dogs, and Scarface. Looking for action movies about crime? Check out Heat and L&eacute;on: The Professional, both contenders for top ten crime films.

What are some other best movies featuring criminals? This list of crime movies will answer that question.

Casino

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Criminals

These are real quotes and these are real women in prison who can be found on Meet-an-inmate.com. The hottest women in prison include a wide variety of young women who, for whatever reason, found themselves on the wrong side of the law and, ultimately, behind bars. We all hear the stories of famous celebrities being locked up (we&#39;re looking at you, Lindsay Lohan), but Hollywood hotties aren&#39;t the only beautiful women who are locked up: Lovely ladies from all over the country are currently imprisoned. Sadly, their beauty is rarely seen outside prison walls, but now, with the help of this list, you too can gaze upon their lovely countenance. I&#39;ve listed some of the most smoking hot beauties in prison here, so feel free to vote for your personal favorites. (And if you&#39;re really into prison / in prison, go vote for the best <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/the-best-prison-movies/all-genre-movies-lists">prison movies</a>.)

Some of the attractive women in prison on this list are just looking for pen pals. Doing time is no picnic, but these gorgeous prisoners are hoping to pass the hours away corresponding or sharing photos with penpals on the outside. Other hot single female inmates might be interested in something more &ndash; possibly true love. Some mention that they don&#39;t have time to play games in love, but really, if you think about it, they&#39;ve got nothing but time. Here&#39;s a list of <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/women-in-prison-films-movies-and-films/reference">WIP films</a>. Or how about a more refined touch? Hottest Classical Female Musicians.

Many of these women are incarcerated for very, very serious offenses, so keep that in mind. Some mention that they are working to better themselves while behind bars. Hopefully that happens. As one inmate puts it, &quot;Even the best of people make mistakes right?&quot;

A surprising number of hot inmates on this list say they&#39;re just looking for a good, honest person to spend time with, and some even mention they&#39;d relocate for that person, if things worked out. Others simply want a penpal &ndash; nothing more.

The jail babes are super sexy. We can&#39;t post pics of naked female prisoners but what we&#39;ve presented here is the next best thing when it comes to these girls in jail.

The Hottest Women Currently In Prison

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The 50+ Hottest Women In Prison With Pictures, Ranked

Trent Walker

Lists of shocking transgressions and terrible experiences that happened to real people - and could maybe even happen to you.

Bizarre True Horror Stories

Gross

Cannibalism remains&nbsp;one of the strangest and most disgusting crimes a person can possibly commit, and famous cannibal serial killers possess a level of infamy unique to their crimes. While some <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/cannibalism-around-the-world/jacob-shelton" target="_blank">cultures around the world cannibalize</a>&nbsp;as part of their society, the lone cannibal killers in this list acted on their own selfish and twisted impulses. Childhood abuse and psychological trauma account for many of these cannibals' motives, but many simply wanted to know <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/what-does-human-meat-taste-like/jacob-shelton" target="_blank">what human flesh tasted like</a>, and used dirty methods to find out. In some cases, these cannibals roam free, either escaped from their holding cells or released on a technicality.&nbsp;In addition to eating victims' flesh, cannibal murderers performed all types of psychological and physical torture not only on their victims but also their relatives. Some killers even <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/unintentional-cannibals/katherine-ripley" target="_blank">tricked people into eating human flesh</a>. Hailing from all around the world, from urban epicenters to rural villages, cannibal killers know no restrictions when it comes to location. Read further if you dare, but be warned; this isn't a list to peruse during your lunchbreak.

The Most Violent Cannibal Attacks In History

Most Famous Cannibals & Their Most Brutal Murders & Meals

Amanda Sedlak-Hevener

Lists about real and fictional mysteries and the people who solved them—or at least tried to.

Whodunits & Whydunits & How

Ready to solve the cipher of what mystery series are the&nbsp;very <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-crime-authors?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">best detective</a>&nbsp;TV shows? This detective tv series list has all the clues you need to vote on the best detective shows, ranked from best to worst. Private eye shows have been a staple of television for years, starring amateur sleuths, professional private investigators, and hard-boiled old detectives, all solving a multitude of mysteries, so there&#39;s often debate about what the best detective fiction show of all time is. Don&#39;t let your favorite detective fiction television programs in history become a cold case - be sure to vote them up so they have the chance to reach the top. The list of detective fiction television shows below includes information like the program&#39;s cast, creator and premiere date when available.

From shows like Sherlock to True Detective, this list has all the best <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-british-detective-series/ranker-tv?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">detective TV shows</a>&nbsp;featuring <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/tv-detectives-who-solve-everything/erin-cody" target="_blank">sleuths who almost always solve the case</a>. Maybe you want a more regular guy, like Columbo or Longmire, or detectives with unique quirks like&nbsp;Monk.

This list answers the questions, &quot;What is the best detective fiction show of all time?&quot; and &quot;What are the greatest detective fiction shows?&quot; Just one more thing, don&#39;t forget to vote up the best detective TV series!

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