Are you finding yourself in the mood for murder, most foul? Well, we have you covered with our list of the Best Crime Series on Netflix. From docuseries likeThe Keepersto Netflix originals likeMindhunterandBloodline, as well as British series likeBodyguardandPeaky Blinders, there should be something to tempt you below.
Like with ourBest TV Dramas on Netflix, we have even more lists of TV subgenres on the streaming giant to share, including theBest Sci-Fi and Fantasy,Best TV Comedies, and more. So if you don’t see your favorites here, keep checking! This list will continue to grow, but for now, check out our list of crime-specific recommendations below and let us know some of your other favorites in the comments.
Disclaimer: These titles are available on US Netflix.
Editor’s note: This article was updated June 2025 to include The Waterfront.
‘The Waterfront’ (2025 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 64% | IMDb: 6.9/10
The Waterfront
The Western genre is as popular as ever, with the latest in a line of big-budget streaming efforts coming in the form ofThe Waterfront. The series follows the once-successful Buckley family as they battle with outside evils and inner conflict in the wake of their decaying fishing empire. Created byKevin Williamson, this indulgent soap opera might not be for everyone, but for fans of a Western, there’s nothing better. -Jake Hodges
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‘Adolescence’ (2025)
Rotten Tomatoes: 99% | IMDb: 8.4/10
Adolescence
Created by the genius minds ofJack ThorneandStephen Graham,Adolescencetells the story of the Miller family, whose lives are turned upside down one fateful morning when the police raid their house and arrest their 13-year-old son, Jamie (Owen Cooper), for murder. With a well-deserved 99% Rotten Tomatoes score,Adolescencestands tall as both a remarkable feat of filmmaking and a culturally significant achievement in storytelling. One of the best miniseries to be released in years, there won’t be a single dry eye on any couch across the world following the end of this four-part drama, with each episode incredibly shot in one consecutive long take. -Jake Hodges
‘The Perfect Couple’ (2024)
Rotten Tomatoes: 64% | IMDb: 6.5/10
The Perfect Couple
Based onElin Hilderbrand’s eponymous 2018 novel,The Perfect Couplefollows Amelia Sacks, who is about to marry into the Winbury family, one of the wealthiest on Nantucket Island. But when a body is suddenly discovered on the estate before the ceremony, everyone becomes a suspect, with the investigation revealing shocking details about each family member and derailing the wedding. Created byJenna Lamiaand directed bySusanne Bier,The Perfect Coupleboasts an ensemble cast featuringNicole Kidman,Liev Schreiber,Eve Hewson,Billy Howle,Meghan Fahy,Dakota Fanning, and many more. Released in September 2024, the mystery drama miniseries features an intriguing narrative with solid cast performances and sweeping vistas and has been compared to shows likeBig Little Lies(another mystery starring Kidman) andThe White Lotus. While it has received somewhat mixed reviews,The Perfect Couplemaintains all the elements that make a cozy, seaside murder mystery, akin toAgatha Christie’s stories or the works ofLiane Moriarty.
‘NCIS’ (2003 - Present)
IMDb: 7.8/10
One of the most beloved procedurals in 21st-century television, this series follows the Major Case Response Team (MCRT) from the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) as they investigate an unending barrage of criminal cases on a day-to-day basis. Often shocking and always thrilling,NCIStakes the stereotype held by the police procedural sub-genre and throws it out the window, crafting a series that manages to impress in both quantity and quality. The show is a fond favorite of both the public and critics, even earning three Primetime Emmy nominations during its run — one that doesn’t look to be ending anytime soon. -Jake Hodges
‘Dare Me’ (2019 - 2020)
Rotten Tomatoes: 85% | IMDb: 6.7/10
Based onMegan Abbott’s novel of the same name,Dare Mefollows a new high school cheerleading coach, Colette French (Willa Fitzgerald), who arrives expecting a simple job but instead finds a high school hierarchy full of toxicity desperate to be explored. Despite being canceled before it had the chance to fully flourish, the 10 episodes ofDare Methat do exist are more than enough to provide tension and entertainment in abundance. A mixture of mature drama and teen themes, each of the high schoolers has a personality that feels rooted in the true duality of an adolescent, with their costly mistakes both morally reprehensible and understandable. -Jake Hodges
‘Bodies’ (2023)
Rotten Tomatoes: 81% | IMDb: 7.3/10
This Netflix hit, based on the graphic novel and DC comic of the same name, features four periods in history across over 100 years, all set in the same London location and featuring the very same murder. It soon becomes clear that each is linked, especially when it is discovered that the body in question is exactly the same one spread across time. Starring the likes ofShira Haas,Jacob Fortune-Lloyd, and the brilliantStephen Graham,Bodiesis a mind and time-bending tale that takes time to piece together, but once the mystery begins to unravel, it is thoroughly gripping. Featuring a story that feels wholly unique, the series is both a breath of fresh air and a wonderful addition to the crime and sci-fi genres. -Jake Hodges
‘In From the Cold’ (2022)
Rotten Tomatoes: 71% | IMDb: 6.3/10
In From the Cold
Created byAdam Glass,In From the Colddetails the combination of professional and private life, as ex-Russian spy Jenny (Margarita Levieva) is outed by a CIA agent for her secret past and must try and save her family from a dangerous threat. Intriguing and twisted in all the best ways,In From the Coldmanages to balance a slowly evolving mystery with tender character development. By mixing both the crime and sci-fi genres,In From the Coldoffers something for everyone, with eight episodes of thrilling entertainment punctuated by moments of camp excitement. -Jake Hodges
‘Lupin’ (2021 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 98% | IMDb: 7.5/10
One of French television’s most-loved series,LupinfollowsOmar Syas the suave Assane Diop, a man with a Robin Hood-like moral compass who seeks revenge on a wealthy family that inflicted tragedy on his own. Inspired by theArsène Lupinnovels byMaurice Leblanc,Lupinnever drops below its high-octane opening episode. Beyond its detailed cinematography and action-heavy plot, the star ofLupinis its greatest asset, with Sy’s witty, brooding performance of a man that mixesSherlockwith Luther the sort of lead role that inspires a generation of actors. Simply put,Lupinis one of the best crime shows on Netflix. -Jake Hodges
‘Inside Man’ (2022)
Rotten Tomatoes: 67% | IMDb: 6.6/10
Inside Man
The mind ofSteven Moffathas produced some brilliant modern series, with this perhaps his most underrated.Inside ManfollowsDavid Tennant’s loyal vicar, Harry, who, after a moment of miscommunication, leads a woman to believe his son is committing an evil crime and accidentally locks her up in his basement. Pair this with aSherlock-esqueStanley Tucci, and you have a recipe for a puzzling, dramatic series. With twists and turns aplenty, the lengths a man will go to protect his own are explored in beautiful depth throughoutInside Man, with Tennant producing a performance well worthy of his excellent pedigree. -Jake Hodges
‘Better Call Saul’ (2015 - 2022)
Rotten Tomatoes: 98% | IMDb: 9.0/10
Better Call Saul
A spin-off of the legendaryBreaking Bad,Better Call Saulfollows one of the show’s most intriguing characters, Saul Goodman (Bob Odenkirk), as he lives out his life as a hotshot lawyer back when he was known simply as Jimmy McGill. The series follows the events that led to his eventual iconic meeting with Walter White (Bryan Cranston). Featuring a revolving door of genius characters, some fromBreaking Badand some new,Better Call Saulchampions the best assets of its predecessor as a sometimes comic and always emotionally gripping rollercoaster. The best compliment that can be paid to the show is just how close it comes in quality to its source material, which is no mean feat for any series in the history of television. -Jake Hodges
