If you’re in the mood for a spine-tingling thriller or a true-crime story that lingers long after the credits roll, Prime Video has plenty of serial killer movies to keep you hooked. From chilling biographical dramas to psychological suspense films that make you question every shadow, these stories dive into the darkest corners of the human mind.
We’ve rounded up some of the best serial killer movies available to stream on Prime Video right now. Whether you want something based on a true story, a film that gets under your skin, or one that sends you Googling for real-life details afterward, you’re sure to find your next obsession on this list.
'Copycat'
Sigourney Weaver and Holly Hunter make "Copycat" an automatic must-watch. Weaver stars as Helen Hudson, a criminal psychologist suffering from severe agoraphobia after a near-fatal encounter with a serial killer. When a new murderer begins imitating famous crimes, detectives MJ Monahan (Holly Hunter) and Ruben Goetz (Dermot Mulroney) enlist Helen’s expertise.
But as she becomes involved in the case, the killer turns his attention toward her. The suspense builds as the murderer remains largely unseen until the final act, making his presence all the more disturbing. Harry Connick Jr. also shines as a convicted killer who still torments Helen from behind bars.
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'A Murder on Pleasant Drive'
Adam Arkin gives a chilling performance as John Smith, a man convicted of killing his first wife and suspected of murdering his second. His cold, controlled demeanor perfectly suits a man hiding monstrous secrets. "A Murder on Pleasant Drive" centers on Deanna Whelen (Kelli Williams) and her aunt, Sherrie Davis (Amy Madigan), who spend decades seeking justice after Deanna’s mother, Fran (Susan Hogan), vanishes shortly after marrying John.
As they track John’s movements, dig into his past, and even try to warn his newest partner, the two women refuse to give up. While the real case took decades to solve—a challenge for any TV movie to capture—the film handles it remarkably well. Keep an eye out for the haunting dream sequences, inspired by the actual nightmares John Smith’s brother endured while struggling with his brother’s secret.
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'An Officer and a Murderer'
Gary Cole is one of Hollywood’s most adaptable actors. He can play the annoying boss in "The Office" just as convincingly as he can a calculating killer in "An Officer and a Murderer." Here, he portrays Canadian serial killer Russell Williams, a respected military officer living a seemingly ordinary suburban life until a series of disturbing break-ins exposes a darker truth.
When investigators begin connecting the crimes, Williams deflects suspicion toward a neighbor with whom he’s feuded. But after a brutal murder links him directly to the victim, detectives start to see through his façade. Cole’s unnerving calm makes this portrayal especially unsettling.
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'Gone'
Though "Gone" didn’t receive stellar reviews, it’s an underrated gem worth a look. Amanda Seyfried plays Jillian, a woman still haunted by her kidnapping at the hands of a serial killer. Despite her detailed account, police never believed her story. A year later, when her sister Molly (Emily Wickersham) disappears, Jillian is certain her former captor has returned.
The authorities dismiss her claims as delusion, but Jill refuses to back down. She launches her own desperate search, determined to find her sister and finally expose the truth. Seyfried delivers a strong performance as a traumatized yet tenacious woman fighting both disbelief and danger.
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'Monster'
"Monster" earned Charlize Theron an Academy Award for her transformation into Aileen Wuornos, a Florida prostitute who murdered seven men between 1989 and 1990. The film follows Aileen’s doomed relationship with her lover, Selby Wall (Christina Ricci), and the series of violent events that send them spiraling into infamy.
Dark, tragic, and unflinching, "Monster" isn’t for the faint of heart. Though it has been criticized for framing Wuornos’ story largely from her perspective, it remains a gripping character study. Theron and Ricci’s performances alone make it a must-watch.
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