Movies like Boston Strangler

A classic in the psychological thriller genre, featuring the unforgettable characters Clarice Starling and Hannibal Lecter. Fans of Boston Strangler will appreciate the intense psychological drama and the depth of investigative detail.

This gripping thriller is based on the true story of the Zodiac Killer, who terrorized San Francisco with a string of murders in the late 1960s and 1970s. Like Boston Strangler, it offers a deep dive into the police investigation and the obsession of those trying to solve the case.

This film tells the real-life story of Aileen Wuornos, a prostitute turned serial killer. Similar to Boston Strangler, it offers a character-driven look into the life and psyche of a murderer, as well as the investigation that leads to her capture.

Directed by Spike Lee, this film captures another infamous case, the 'Son of Sam' murders in 1977 New York. The parallels with Boston Strangler are evident in its exploration of the media frenzy and community fear that such killings create.