Top 10 True Crime Documentaries on MAX from 2024

2024 was a standout year for true crime, and MAX delivered some of the most gripping, disturbing, and thought-provoking documentaries of the year. From high-profile mysteries to deeply personal stories, the platform offered a lineup that went far beyond shock value. These ten titles stood out – not just for what they covered, but for how they told their stories.

The Killer in the Dark

A small town is shaken by a series of unexplained disappearances. Through interviews with locals, investigators, and family members, the documentary slowly unravels a chilling mystery. More than just a whodunnit, it's a portrait of a community living with fear – and secrets.

The Killer’s Family

This story flips the script by focusing not on the criminal, but on the people closest to them. What’s it like to be the sibling, parent, or child of someone convicted of murder? With raw interviews and intimate archive footage, it’s an emotional and complex perspective rarely seen in true crime.

The Fall of the Cult

Former members of a religious group come forward to share stories of manipulation, isolation, and control. The film carefully traces the rise and collapse of the cult, revealing how loyalty, fear, and faith can be weaponized – and how difficult it is to walk away.

The Streets Are Listening

A raw and realistic look at life in the city’s most crime-heavy areas, seen through the eyes of both police and civilians. There’s no glamorizing here – just a close-up on the tension, the stakes, and the slow, frustrating work of solving crimes under pressure.

The Disappearance

When a young woman goes missing, the case unfolds in fragments. Told in a nonlinear style, the documentary drops clues and perspectives that only start to make sense halfway through. It’s gripping, unpredictable, and hauntingly constructed.

Sworn to Justice

A vigilante takes the law into their own hands, and suddenly the line between right and wrong becomes harder to define. This film explores how far people will go in the name of justice – and what it means when the system doesn’t deliver.

School Shooter

This is one of the year’s most difficult watches – a documentary that explores the aftermath of school violence through survivors, families, and trauma experts. It's not sensational, but it doesn’t hold back either. What emerges is a call for understanding, change, and accountability.

The Psychopath Among Us

This chilling psychological profile follows a man who seemed perfectly normal – until he wasn’t. Combining expert insights with personal accounts from those who knew him, the film explores what happens when charm masks cruelty, and how people miss the signs.

The Invisible Man

A man suspected of multiple crimes has never been convicted – but his presence still haunts the town. The documentary looks at how suspicion, silence, and fear can ripple through a community, even without a clear verdict or confession.

The Butcher’s Dark Secret

At the center of this film is a local butcher whose horrific past slowly comes to light. Told through interviews with victims, investigators, and townspeople, it’s a disturbing but human story about what people hide – and what others are willing to ignore.

Want more?

Hungry for more? MAX has plenty of other true crime documentaries that dig into both well-known and lesser-known cases. Click through to read more about The Killer in the Dark, The Fall of the Cult, or The Butcher’s Dark Secret if you want to dive deeper into the stories.
You can also explore more of our curated lists, like the Top 10 True Crime Documentaries on Netflix from 2024 or The Most Chilling Serial Killer Docs You Can Watch Right Now.
Whether you're into unsolved mysteries, psychological profiles, or classic courtroom drama, there's definitely more to discover.