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True Crime Documentary Case Notes: Predators, The Secrets We Bury & Charmed by the Devil

Case Notes are a quick collection of assessments of recent true crime documentaries, weighing what earns your full attention, what works as background noise, and what’s better left unwatched without the deep-dive commitment.

The Watchlist

The Emerald Sleuth

Dec 19, 20254 min read

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New True Crime Documentary: Predators Now in Theaters

The new true crime documentary Predators from MTV Documentary Films examines the cultural legacy of To Catch a Predator, exploring journalism, law enforcement, and the impact of televised stings. With no streaming date yet announced, it joins true crime releases this month as a notable theatrical debut.

The Drop File

The Emerald Sleuth

Sep 19, 20251 min read

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Watchlist Wednesday: The Curious Case of Natalia Grace

The Curious Case of Natalia Grace is a true crime documentary series streaming on Investigation Discovery and Max. This unsettling case blends mystery, identity, and family conflict, raising questions that still divide audiences. A must for any true crime watcher looking for complex stories beyond the ordinary.

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The Emerald Sleuth

Sep 17, 20253 min read

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