We know that true crime is dark and disturbing - so… why do we love to watch? And are there real-life consequences for the genre’s explosion? Join us as we explore the evolution of true crime. We’ll be splitting this video into four parts: ‘crimes of the century’; ‘serial killers as celebrities’; ‘police and copaganda’; and the rise and fall of the genre. If you love sitting in the dark listening to tales of real life murder, you’re not alone - and this video is for you.
Now I see why u guys are obsessed with dark and grim subject matter. And yes... your vids have become overly dark for years. And anything related to the true crime genre is the perfect example of why?!
My wish list: Top 10 disney junior shows Top 10 unimportant pokemon episodes (no catching new pokemon, no evolving, no gym/pokemon leage battle, no meating new rivle, etc) Top 10 underrated animated disney series Best disney movie per decade Top 10 disney reprise songs (deleted included) Top 10 disney villains that deserved a villain song Top 10 disney couples with a tough start (Both movies and tv-series) Top 10 what have I done moment excluding disney and pixar Top 10 disney movie ideas (by you) 👍😉
I don't come across cases by watching TV or reading newspapers. However you learn about things without those mediums. That's how I learned. I mean before I got an android 7 years ago. I binge true crime on UA-cam
When it comes to true crime I much prefer documentaries rather than movies and mini series. These cases are crazy enough there's no need to dramatize them.
I think our love for true crime stories can be explained by the fact that they’re a reflection of our own fears and/or traumas. If for instance you were a victim of manipulation in your younger years, you may be interested in watching shows where characters are manipulated. This may allow you to see a depiction of what you experienced, through the story of another person, which might help you to think of it in a different perspective. I think true crime shows help us process our own fears in a controlled environment, in the safety of our home. My two cents.
Wasn’t what was so scary about Ed kemper was that he was so intelligent? That’s how he kept getting away with things and hiding in plain sight and literally turned himself in.
The creepy thing was that Ed used to sit in the bar talking to the cops on the case about the 'killer' and they had no idea they was drinking beers with him
I have a family member who was un-alived. I used to watch true crime. But it was me processing the tremendous pain that came from having a loved one un-alived that I really realized how odd it is that society enjoys true crime…. When the reality is there are people suffering so much after the loss of a loved that was un-alived. And making true crime into a Hollywood enterprise is truly sick & unsympathetic when you think about it.
I grew up listening to/watching true crime. My mom has always had an interest in the genre as a child hearing about murders, abusive relationships, abductions, etc. It scared me quite a lot. However, as I got older and actually started to pay attention to what was happening on screen I developed my own interest in the genre which is partly responsible for my college major and career choice.
I was a part of a Facebook group that was revolving around true crimes. And the admin of that group and some others were too much into it, as in they talked about a murderer being handsome or at some point, they were talking about rating the kills and weird things like that. I left the group but not before letting them know what I feel about them. The glamorizing of murderers is truly scary; it made me feel like I was a part of a serial killer groupie.
Great video! I can only imagine the time, effort, and research that went into making this. It's just fascinating. I love true crime and loved this little historical breakdown. 🙌🏽👏🏾💫
I've been a true crime fan for as long as I can remember. The first case I heard that got me into true crime was the JonBénet Ramsey case. I think I was 11 or 12 when I heard about the case. Since then I've watched a lot of documentaries and listened to a lot of podcasts. The main reason I listen or watch true crime is to learn from it and be more careful in the world.
Oh wow, same here. Jon Benet was the first case I paid attention to and I think it was bc of magazines/tabloids that I saw in the checkout line with my mom. I was 11 too. I watch it because I like the detective work that goes into catching the criminal.
Fun fact about the Lizzie Borden case - This was actually the second brutal family murder, the first happened 44 years prior in a house next door, also owned by the Bordens
Overall great video, but during the cop section, you gloss over the true origin of police in America. It came about as slave patrols in the North and South due to the fugitive slave law. In Britain it was different, of course, but discrimination in policing in the US has roots all the way to the very beginning.
Yup. Tied hand in hand with militias. I can’t recall the researcher, but they said policing began to be enforcers of the rich business owners and corrupt politicians. Slave and servant owners included.
That’s a great perspective! Unsolved cases really highlight how important awareness can be. They often have so many layers to them, too. Are there any unsolved cases that you find particularly intriguing?
My fascination with true crime began with the book Helter Skelter because it was also a song by The Beatles whom I was also fascinated with at the time (as a teenager in the 70s). Once I discovered paperbacks about Gacy, Bundy and Jim Jones (all who I was somewhat aware of) I became hooked and scoured stores for books about these crimes and others. I always assumed my interest in true crime and it's scarey/gory details part;ly came from seeing bloody Vietnam war footage on TV as well as various assassinations and terrorists actions (which were also on TV). To me these topics replaced the monster movies that I enjoyed as a child and I think that these things also influenced many other people of my generation (expecting to die by nuclear war was perhaps also a part of too) This may explain my generation's embrace of the darker side of Western culture which was reflected in violent imagery in punk rock (flyers) and the related goth and metal music/subculture. Maybe? I've often suspected so anyways. Now thanks to the internet I can indulge in websites, wikis and videos about all sorts of serial killers, mass murderers and other scarey (true) stories. I've been particularly interested in the murdereres who were active in the so-called golden age of serial killers since as a young closeted gay man at the time (who often hitchhiked) I was in more danger than I ever suspected or imagined. Scarey!
I just got through watching it last night. You’re right! It was a very hard watch but absolutely mesmerizing! I was unaware that it was a Ryan Murphy creation until the credits. I should have known immediately it was going to be a hard hitter….
My love of true crime is because of the psychology of it all. Lizzie Borden- I’m pretty sure that the maid and she were “in a Boston marriage” (Not sure why old timey lesbians were said to be engaged in a Boston marriage, but anywho…) I think these two were in kahoots with one another, but I guess Andrew Borden was a real bastard, so who knows. OJ- the police mishandled evidence so badly that no one can really say besides the three or more people involved- the murderer(s) and the victims. I’m not saying whether or not I think he’s guilty. I’m saying that you shouldn’t convict someone on horribly mishandled evidence. Sometimes, I do enjoy hearing how our laws have changed because of court cases. Look up the cases of Dominique Dunne and Stephanie Roper. These cases are rage inducing. Why serial killers exist? In addition to all listed, I think the police having their hands full with some of the political movements at the time, the 60-70s, also made it way more easy to commit crimes. That, and unfortunately, a pool of “less dead” or “more ideal” victims- see the Willie Pickton case or the Green River Killer case. And I say “More Ideal” victims because it took such a long time to catch Jeffrey Dahmer, Ronald Dominique, and hell, they never caught the Doodler because these were seen as “queer issues” more so than law enforcement issues. I also feel that it’s very easy to get burned out by true crime. I love true crime, but sometimes, I need a break. It’s a lot sometimes.
It’s stuff like this that makes shows like BOATS on Peacock so much worse. The fact that they renewed that shit starting KC, says that Peacock is DESPERATE for content.
My favorite "true crime" show is actually Dr. G: Medical Examiner. You never know what to expect on that show. Sometimes, you go in thinking a case is going to be a homicide, but then it turns out the person just had a bad fall. Other times, you think it's a natural death, only to discover a homicide.
Wow, Hedda looked healthy in this clip. I only remember seeing her battered down and mindless when that case was the focus. I didn’t think she’d make it to look and speak normally. I’m literally shocked.
I don’t like the Netflix show on Dahmer but the 2017 film was good because it was a more sad and interesting depiction of him because it was directly based on actual encounters with one of his old mates and that allowed the film to make him more human and you felt empathy towards him and the 2007 zodiac film is good and the 2021 movie nitram is actually one of the best Australian films I have seen in recent years
So then, with a view to what has been said in this video about sensationalising real events that still have the ability (re)traumatise people today, will you be taking more resposibility for your own output and not producing videos like "20 most terrifying and disturbing serial killers" any more? This was a really well thought out video essay that made some interesting points, but you have to accept your own part in perpetuating some of the more harmful elements of this sub-genre of content.
I would think that when the police got on TV, they would present themselves as less violent because they wanna show the public that they are good cops and not bad cops like a lot of them are.
This was really good rip to those who got murdered but it can be so interesting how different they function and the way the Brain works are different to make them killers thanks WatchMojo
I don't really think it can be trauma that causes serial killers because then just as many if not more females would be serial killers and that's not remotely true.
My wish list: Top 10 disney junior shows Top 10 unimportant pokemon episodes (no catching new pokemon, no evolving, no gym/pokemon leage battle, no meating new rivle, etc) Top 10 underrated animated disney series Best disney movie per decade Top 10 disney reprise songs (deleted included) Top 10 disney villains that deserved a villain song Top 10 disney couples with a tough start (Both movies and tv-series) Top 10 what have I done moment excluding disney and pixar Top 10 disney movie ideas (by you) 👍😉
and finally justice prevailed, if you cant take the truth.....dont gaslight your audience, im sad george flloyd had to die to get a show like COPS cancelled :(
That’s a fun mix! True crime, home improvement, and cooking shows all have their own way of keeping you engaged. It’s like a perfect balance of thrill, creativity, and tasty treats! Do you have a go-to cooking show or project you like to tackle?
We know that true crime is dark and disturbing - so… why do we love to watch? And are there real-life consequences for the genre’s explosion? Join us as we explore the evolution of true crime. We’ll be splitting this video into four parts: ‘crimes of the century’; ‘serial killers as celebrities’; ‘police and copaganda’; and the rise and fall of the genre. If you love sitting in the dark listening to tales of real life murder, you’re not alone - and this video is for you.
Why so serious 🎉 hahaha
Now I see why u guys are obsessed with dark and grim subject matter.
And yes... your vids have become overly dark for years.
And anything related to the true crime genre is the perfect example of why?!
My wish list:
Top 10 disney junior shows
Top 10 unimportant pokemon episodes (no catching new pokemon, no evolving, no gym/pokemon leage battle, no meating new rivle, etc)
Top 10 underrated animated disney series
Best disney movie per decade
Top 10 disney reprise songs (deleted included)
Top 10 disney villains that deserved a villain song
Top 10 disney couples with a tough start (Both movies and tv-series)
Top 10 what have I done moment excluding disney and pixar
Top 10 disney movie ideas (by you)
👍😉
I try to see where they messed up so I won’t make the same mistake 😂 😳
I don't come across cases by watching TV or reading newspapers. However you learn about things without those mediums. That's how I learned. I mean before I got an android 7 years ago. I binge true crime on UA-cam
FINALLY something not Diddy related 😂
TBF he could've made the list as well
Agreed.
💯
Unfortunately.
True, but it’s Dahmer or Menendez Bros related. 🙄
When it comes to true crime I much prefer documentaries rather than movies and mini series. These cases are crazy enough there's no need to dramatize them.
I think our love for true crime stories can be explained by the fact that they’re a reflection of our own fears and/or traumas. If for instance you were a victim of manipulation in your younger years, you may be interested in watching shows where characters are manipulated. This may allow you to see a depiction of what you experienced, through the story of another person, which might help you to think of it in a different perspective. I think true crime shows help us process our own fears in a controlled environment, in the safety of our home. My two cents.
I have always been fascinated with true crime, especially the unsolved cases. I've always wanted to study them and put the puzzles together.
Wasn’t what was so scary about Ed kemper was that he was so intelligent? That’s how he kept getting away with things and hiding in plain sight and literally turned himself in.
The creepy thing was that Ed used to sit in the bar talking to the cops on the case about the 'killer' and they had no idea they was drinking beers with him
I have a family member who was un-alived. I used to watch true crime. But it was me processing the tremendous pain that came from having a loved one un-alived that I really realized how odd it is that society enjoys true crime….
When the reality is there are people suffering so much after the loss of a loved that was un-alived.
And making true crime into a Hollywood enterprise is truly sick & unsympathetic when you think about it.
I grew up listening to/watching true crime. My mom has always had an interest in the genre as a child hearing about murders, abusive relationships, abductions, etc. It scared me quite a lot. However, as I got older and actually started to pay attention to what was happening on screen I developed my own interest in the genre which is partly responsible for my college major and career choice.
Brilliant upload. One of the best things Watchmojo has done.👍🏾
I was a part of a Facebook group that was revolving around true crimes. And the admin of that group and some others were too much into it, as in they talked about a murderer being handsome or at some point, they were talking about rating the kills and weird things like that. I left the group but not before letting them know what I feel about them. The glamorizing of murderers is truly scary; it made me feel like I was a part of a serial killer groupie.
Great video! I can only imagine the time, effort, and research that went into making this. It's just fascinating. I love true crime and loved this little historical breakdown.
🙌🏽👏🏾💫
I've been a true crime fan for as long as I can remember. The first case I heard that got me into true crime was the JonBénet Ramsey case. I think I was 11 or 12 when I heard about the case. Since then I've watched a lot of documentaries and listened to a lot of podcasts. The main reason I listen or watch true crime is to learn from it and be more careful in the world.
Oh wow, same here. Jon Benet was the first case I paid attention to and I think it was bc of magazines/tabloids that I saw in the checkout line with my mom. I was 11 too. I watch it because I like the detective work that goes into catching the criminal.
Fun fact about the Lizzie Borden case - This was actually the second brutal family murder, the first happened 44 years prior in a house next door, also owned by the Bordens
Overall great video, but during the cop section, you gloss over the true origin of police in America. It came about as slave patrols in the North and South due to the fugitive slave law. In Britain it was different, of course, but discrimination in policing in the US has roots all the way to the very beginning.
The protection of personal "property" is the main driver of policing.
Yup. Tied hand in hand with militias. I can’t recall the researcher, but they said policing began to be enforcers of the rich business owners and corrupt politicians. Slave and servant owners included.
Wow, what a really great piece. Didn't expect this from a channel I associate with "top 10 anime" lists. I think whoever produced this needs a medal.
I scare myself to prepare myself. Have been interested in true crime ever since I was a kid in the 80's.
I prefer to focus on the unsolved ones because at least something can still be done by paying attention to it.
That’s a great perspective! Unsolved cases really highlight how important awareness can be. They often have so many layers to them, too. Are there any unsolved cases that you find particularly intriguing?
@@WatchMojo disappearances definitely, there’s hope in those; and ghosts but not everybody believes in those.
Forensic Files is an awesome true crime show. I highly recommend it!
Do you have a favorite episode ?
@@WatchMojo Forensic Files Season 2 Episode 7 "Fatal Fungus"
Yeah forensic files and American justice. Cold case files as well. I almost forgot about the City Confidential. All awesome shows, all old school..
@FakeCarAccount you attack others and say false claims about others. Besides it's obvious that you are a alt account.
@FakeCarAccount by the way. It's sad that you have to beg for subs and use alts to like your own comment.
True crime has always fascinated the public
My fascination with true crime began with the book Helter Skelter because it was also a song by The Beatles whom I was also fascinated with at the time (as a teenager in the 70s). Once I discovered paperbacks about Gacy, Bundy and Jim Jones (all who I was somewhat aware of) I became hooked and scoured stores for books about these crimes and others.
I always assumed my interest in true crime and it's scarey/gory details part;ly came from seeing bloody Vietnam war footage on TV as well as various assassinations and terrorists actions (which were also on TV). To me these topics replaced the monster movies that I enjoyed as a child and I think that these things also influenced many other people of my generation (expecting to die by nuclear war was perhaps also a part of too) This may explain my generation's embrace of the darker side of Western culture which was reflected in violent imagery in punk rock (flyers) and the related goth and metal music/subculture. Maybe? I've often suspected so anyways.
Now thanks to the internet I can indulge in websites, wikis and videos about all sorts of serial killers, mass murderers and other scarey (true) stories. I've been particularly interested in the murdereres who were active in the so-called golden age of serial killers since as a young closeted gay man at the time (who often hitchhiked) I was in more danger than I ever suspected or imagined. Scarey!
iHeart’s _Crime Junkie_ podcast is a must for any true crime fan.
It started for me at age 12, when I bought and read Helter Skelter. There was no turning back after that.
Such a good read!
Riveting….Bravo WatchMojo!!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
35:36 Forensic Files spotted ..Highly recommended!
Nice one, mojo❤
I love watching True Crime shows but the Eric and Lyle Show on Netflix was a very hard watch!!! 😣
I just got through watching it last night. You’re right! It was a very hard watch but absolutely mesmerizing! I was unaware that it was a Ryan Murphy creation until the credits. I should have known immediately it was going to be a hard hitter….
@@Jessie-w5f You should watch Monsters: The Jeffrey Dahmer story. I think its an even harder watch honestly..
Really? It’s in my watch next…
@@opaladwyl
I think Episode 4 was definitely the hardest to sit through! 😣
@@JK_JK_JK_JK thanks!! I think?! lol
Most insightful mojo video ive seen
Great to see the 60 minutes Australia clips
My dad told me him and my mom were on their honeymoon and watching the OJ verdict from their hotel room in Lake Tahoe
My love of true crime is because of the psychology of it all.
Lizzie Borden- I’m pretty sure that the maid and she were “in a Boston marriage” (Not sure why old timey lesbians were said to be engaged in a Boston marriage, but anywho…) I think these two were in kahoots with one another, but I guess Andrew Borden was a real bastard, so who knows.
OJ- the police mishandled evidence so badly that no one can really say besides the three or more people involved- the murderer(s) and the victims. I’m not saying whether or not I think he’s guilty. I’m saying that you shouldn’t convict someone on horribly mishandled evidence.
Sometimes, I do enjoy hearing how our laws have changed because of court cases. Look up the cases of Dominique Dunne and Stephanie Roper. These cases are rage inducing.
Why serial killers exist? In addition to all listed, I think the police having their hands full with some of the political movements at the time, the 60-70s, also made it way more easy to commit crimes. That, and unfortunately, a pool of “less dead” or “more ideal” victims- see the Willie Pickton case or the Green River Killer case. And I say “More Ideal” victims because it took such a long time to catch Jeffrey Dahmer, Ronald Dominique, and hell, they never caught the Doodler because these were seen as “queer issues” more so than law enforcement issues.
I also feel that it’s very easy to get burned out by true crime. I love true crime, but sometimes, I need a break. It’s a lot sometimes.
I always believe OJ did it !!
I prefer true crime documentaries, whereas they can get in trouble with actors portraying in TV shows or movies about the crimes.
It’s stuff like this that makes shows like BOATS on Peacock so much worse. The fact that they renewed that shit starting KC, says that Peacock is DESPERATE for content.
My favorite "true crime" show is actually Dr. G: Medical Examiner. You never know what to expect on that show. Sometimes, you go in thinking a case is going to be a homicide, but then it turns out the person just had a bad fall. Other times, you think it's a natural death, only to discover a homicide.
Great video rip to those murdered 🙏
Wow, Hedda looked healthy in this clip. I only remember seeing her battered down and mindless when that case was the focus. I didn’t think she’d make it to look and speak normally. I’m literally shocked.
I don’t like the Netflix show on Dahmer but the 2017 film was good because it was a more sad and interesting depiction of him because it was directly based on actual encounters with one of his old mates and that allowed the film to make him more human and you felt empathy towards him and the 2007 zodiac film is good and the 2021 movie nitram is actually one of the best Australian films I have seen in recent years
Dexter is on top of food chain
So then, with a view to what has been said in this video about sensationalising real events that still have the ability (re)traumatise people today, will you be taking more resposibility for your own output and not producing videos like "20 most terrifying and disturbing serial killers" any more? This was a really well thought out video essay that made some interesting points, but you have to accept your own part in perpetuating some of the more harmful elements of this sub-genre of content.
hopefully this indicates a.change in quality for this channel because that's a good point.
Emma Kenny’s True Crime videos are awesome ❤❤❤❤❤ I watch them all the time.
The Darkest Taboos series? They were sad and scary!
This is so meta
We can't look away because each & every one of us are Sick Freaks.
I would think that when the police got on TV, they would present themselves as less violent because they wanna show the public that they are good cops and not bad cops like a lot of them are.
Crime is part of the world, but I wish for a peaceful world
I’m going to say that lead content in the EVERYTHING might have something to do with the increased violence too.
24:53 unapologetic queen
1888, 🎩🔪 Jack the Ripper 🔪🎩 the first serial killer whos name crossed the atlantic 🥰
So overrated though. Only 5 victims. Weak serial killer count.
You missed the Richard Speck trial. With that many murders in one room at one time, it was also known as The Trial Of The Century.
Ramirez, BTK, and Dahmer were active in the 80s.
This was really good rip to those who got murdered but it can be so interesting how different they function and the way the Brain works are different to make them killers thanks WatchMojo
True, but it’s Dahmer or Menendez Bros related. 🙄
I don't really think it can be trauma that causes serial killers because then just as many if not more females would be serial killers and that's not remotely true.
Should watch New Zealand cop shows nothing like this they would never pin down people like that unless they where a criminal that was dangerous
Let me know if the Brazilian dexter will be mentioned on this list
My wish list:
Top 10 disney junior shows
Top 10 unimportant pokemon episodes (no catching new pokemon, no evolving, no gym/pokemon leage battle, no meating new rivle, etc)
Top 10 underrated animated disney series
Best disney movie per decade
Top 10 disney reprise songs (deleted included)
Top 10 disney villains that deserved a villain song
Top 10 disney couples with a tough start (Both movies and tv-series)
Top 10 what have I done moment excluding disney and pixar
Top 10 disney movie ideas (by you)
👍😉
Top 10 youtube channels about criminals?
Ex. Casual Criminalist
a youtube channel isn't going to make a video advertising 10 other places on youtube to give your views
Be fair -- half the channels would be Simon narrated ones ;)
Free Menendez brothers!
I knew it, jeffery dhamer was the bay Harbor butcher
and finally justice prevailed, if you cant take the truth.....dont gaslight your audience, im sad george flloyd had to die to get a show like COPS cancelled :(
It’s judge toller, be quiet…. I have a question 😂😂😂😂😂😂
Unsolved Mysteries, the original version. That's where my love of true crime began.
Hello good nights 🎉🎉🎉
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B.L.M ✌️❤
They shouldn't have ever been given a voice
The problem is Ryan Murphy, his shows are extremely distasteful and disgusting.
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When your live will end ? IN 2040 ?
It's a guilty pleasure, much like home improvement and cooking shows. 🎉
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@@StanHalen1936 Wrong again, Stannyboy. 🎉
Of thoes three things, one is very much NOT like the others.
@@tylergoodman3560okay, bot.
That’s a fun mix! True crime, home improvement, and cooking shows all have their own way of keeping you engaged. It’s like a perfect balance of thrill, creativity, and tasty treats! Do you have a go-to cooking show or project you like to tackle?
It's an American obsession only
Wrong. Greets from France.
Yes wrong. Groet from Belguim😊
It is indeed wrong. Greets from Sweden.
Yeah I can watch dateline and deadly women until my face turns blue
@skipintro has an awesome playlist of media and copaganda, starting with how the LAPD negotiated with Hollywood to portray police.