Top 10 Serial Killer Movies Based on True Incidents Ever till 2022

Here is a list of Top Serial Killer Movies based on true incidents:

1. Zodiac (2007) - Based on the real-life Zodiac killer who terrorized the San Francisco Bay Area in the late 1960s and early 1970s, "Zodiac" is a suspenseful and meticulous exploration of the case. Directed by David Fincher and starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Robert Downey Jr., the film received critical acclaim for its attention to detail and the chilling portrayal of the killer.

2. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974) - This horror classic is based on the real-life serial killer Ed Gein, who was known for exhumation and mutilation of corpses. While the film takes creative liberties with the story, it remains one of the most influential and terrifying movies of all time.

3. Mindhunters (2004) - This psychological thriller follows a group of FBI agents who are tasked with tracking down a serial killer. While the film is not based on a specific real-life case, it does explore the psychological dynamics of serial killers and the challenges faced by law enforcement in catching them.

4. The Silence of the Lambs (1991) - Based on the novel of the same name by Thomas Harris, "The Silence of the Lambs" tells the story of a young FBI agent who seeks the help of the infamous cannibalistic serial killer Dr. Hannibal Lecter to catch another serial killer. The film won five Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and remains a classic of the genre.

5. Bundy (2002) - This biographical crime drama tells the story of notorious serial killer Ted Bundy, who murdered at least 30 young women in the 1970s. The film, which stars Michael Reilly Burke as Bundy, received mixed reviews but remains a fascinating exploration of the mind of one of the most notorious serial killers in history.

6. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2009) - Based on the novel of the same name by Stieg Larsson, "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" follows a journalist and a computer hacker as they investigate a series of murders in Sweden. While the film is not based on a specific real-life case, it delves into the psychological motivations of a serial killer and the methods used to catch them.

7. Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer (1986) - This controversial and disturbing film tells the story of Henry Lee Lucas, a real-life serial killer who confessed to killing hundreds of people. The film, which was shot in a documentary-style, received widespread critical acclaim for its powerful portrayal of a deeply disturbed individual.

8. The Boston Strangler (1968) - This crime drama tells the story of the real-life serial killer who terrorized the city of Boston in the early 1960s. Starring Tony Curtis as the killer, the film received mixed reviews but remains a classic of the genre.

9. Criminal Minds (2005-2020) - This popular TV series follows a team of FBI agents as they track down serial killers and other dangerous criminals. While the show is not based on a specific real-life case, it explores the psychological dynamics of serial killers and the methods used to catch them.

10. The Night Stalker (1972) - This TV movie tells the story of the real-life serial killer Richard Ramirez, who terrorized the Los Angeles area in the 1980s. The film, which stars Darren McGavin as the killer, received widespread critical acclaim for its portrayal of the chilling and disturbing case.