14 Documentaries For Moms Who Are Obsessed With True Crime

This list is for the moms who prefer true crime documentaries over flowers and chocolates.

By: Alexa Rockwell

Photo By: Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc.

True Crime Documentaries To Binge With Your Mom This Mother's Day

If you’re anything like us, you prefer to watch true crime with a friend. And, if you’re lucky, that friend is mom who also wants to analyze the forensics in every case, dig deep into the psychology of serial killers, and share a hug as you shed tears for the victims. So whip up a cocktail for mom, prepare her a special meal, and settle in for a day of bonding with documentaries about some of the most notorious and mysterious true crime cases — from the “Staircase Mystery” and Brittany Murphy’s untimely death to JonBenet Ramsey and Madeleine McCann.

Brittany Murphy: An ID Mystery

The world is stunned when Hollywood superstar Brittany Murphy dies at age 32, and many believe foul play must be involved. Brittany's father, Angelo, searches for answers as lurid allegations against other family members emerge.

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If I Can't Have You: The Jodi Arias Story

The Jodi Arias trial for the murder of Travis Alexander gripped the nation with headlines of sex, lies, and betrayal. Now, with exclusive access, this 2-hour special goes beyond the salacious headlines and reveals who Travis and Jodi really were.

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Ken & Barbie Killers: The Lost Murder Tapes

Glamorous couple Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka fall in love and marry, but they become the most notorious killers in Canadian history after murdering three schoolgirls. Homolka escapes justice by cutting "a deal with the devil."

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Aileen Wuornos: Mind of a A Monster

Aileen Wuornos, America's first female serial killer, wrote down her life story for her childhood best friend Dawn Botkins. In a candid interview, Dawn reveals the contents of those letters to tell the public what really happened.

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Southwest of Salem: The Story Of The San Antonio Four

After being wrongfully convicted of gang-raping two little girls during the Satanic Panic of the 1980s and 1990s, four Latina lesbians fight against mythology, homophobia and prosecutorial fervor in their struggle for freedom.

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The 93 Victims of Samuel Little

In this documentary series, investigators take a deep dive into the crimes of America's most prolific serial killer Samuel Little.

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JonBenet Ramsey: What Really Happened

For the first time, exclusive and never before heard audio diaries of legendary detective Lou Smit will reveal captivating insight into one of America's most notorious cold cases - the murder of 6-year-old pageant queen JonBenét Ramsey.

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Little Boy Lost: An ID Mystery

When 7-year-old Kyron Horman vanishes, investigators suspect his stepmother is involved. Kyron's mother searches for answers as the family saga takes many bizarre turns and uncovers a history of jealousy, heartbreak, and deceit.

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Ted Bundy: Mind of a Monster

New exclusive access and never-before-heard testimony give a unique insight into the mind of America's most notorious serial killer, Ted Bundy. Breathtaking archive from the time and the voice of Bundy himself reveal the monster inside the man.

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Prime Suspect: The Madeleine McCann Case

In May 2007, three-year-old Madeleine McCann vanished from a holiday resort in Portugal. Now, German police believe they know who is responsible for the crime. Interviews with investigative journalists explore this new suspect.

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An American Murder Mystery: The Staircase

On December 9, 2001, 48-year-old Kathleen Peterson is found dead at the bottom of a staircase. Her novelist husband, Michael, claims it was a tragic, accidental fall, but investigators are suspicious.

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Casey Anthony: An American Murder Mystery

Get a look inside the lies, betrayal and murder that form the foundation of the Caylee Anthony case. New interviews with Caylee's grandparents detail the events surrounding the 2-year-old's tragic death.

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Family Man, Family Murderer: An ID Murder Mystery

When pregnant Colorado mom Shanann Watts and her two daughters vanish without a trace, her husband Chris pleads for his family's safe return. But as the investigation digs deeper, dark secrets are revealed and Chris transforms from family man to monster.

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Miracle Fishing: Kidnapped Abroad

In 1994, Miles Hargrove's father was kidnapped outside their home in Cali, Colombia, and the family was thrust into the FARC kidnap and ransom trade. Miles kept a video diary of the events as they unfolded. Now he shares their incredible story.

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