10 Shows & Movies Like Murder by Numbers

Description: A psychological horror-thriller that combines a chilling cat-and-mouse game between an FBI trainee and a brilliant, manipulative serial killer.

Fact: It is one of only three films to win the 'Big Five' Academy Awards: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, and Best Screenplay. The character Hannibal Lecter was inspired by real-life serial killer Dr. Alfredo Ballí Treviño.

Description: A gritty, noir-inspired thriller that follows two detectives as they hunt a serial killer who uses the seven deadly sins as his modus operandi.

Fact: The film's iconic ending was almost changed by the studio, but the director fought to keep it. The opening title sequence was designed by Kyle Cooper and is considered one of the best in film history.

Description: A meticulous and atmospheric crime drama based on real-life events, focusing on the obsession and frustration of an unsolved case.

Fact: The film's production was delayed for years due to its complex script and the director's insistence on historical accuracy. It features one of the longest shooting schedules for a mainstream Hollywood film.

Description: A tense and morally complex thriller about a father's desperate search for his missing daughter, blurring the lines between justice and vengeance.

Fact: The film was shot in 50 days, with many scenes filmed in chronological order to maintain emotional continuity. The script was on the 'Black List' of best unproduced screenplays for years.

Description: A dark, psychological thriller that delves into a complex murder investigation with intricate plotting and morally ambiguous characters.

Fact: The film is based on the best-selling novel by Stieg Larsson, which has sold over 100 million copies worldwide. The original Swedish title translates to 'Men Who Hate Women.'

Description: A slow-burning crime drama that focuses on the emotional and psychological toll of a murder investigation on both the detectives and the victim's family.

Fact: The show was originally based on a Danish series called 'Forbrydelsen.' Its moody, rain-soaked aesthetic became a signature style for many subsequent crime dramas.

Description: A British crime drama that explores the impact of a child's murder on a small coastal community, with a focus on character-driven storytelling.

Fact: The show's creator wrote the entire first season before pitching it to networks. The stunning cliffside locations were filmed in Dorset, England.

Description: A gripping mystery that explores themes of deception, media manipulation, and the dark side of relationships, with a nonlinear narrative that keeps viewers guessing.

Fact: The film's twist was so well-guarded that even some of the crew members were kept in the dark until the premiere. Author Gillian Flynn also wrote the screenplay.

Description: An anthology crime series that delves deep into the psyches of its detectives and the dark, often surreal mysteries they investigate.

Fact: The first season was shot entirely on 35mm film, giving it a distinctive cinematic look. The show's nonlinear storytelling was inspired by the works of literary authors like William Faulkner.

Description: A psychological thriller that follows a journalist returning to her hometown to cover a murder, uncovering dark family secrets along the way.

Fact: The series was filmed in a small town in California to capture the oppressive, claustrophobic atmosphere of the story. The haunting score was composed by a member of the band The xx.