Movies like The Night Stalker (1972)
If you're looking for some great movies that are a lot like The Night Stalker, here is our list of similar films:
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    1. Se7en

    #333 most popular movie yesterday

    The gritty atmosphere and suspenseful plot of Se7en echo The Night Stalker's dark tones, with both films diving into the pursuit of elusive, sadistic killers. Fans of the procedural and psychological elements in The Night Stalker may find Se7en's meticulous exploration of its detective characters compelling.

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    2. Zodiac

    #513 most popular movie yesterday

    Zodiac revolves around the hunt for the notorious San Francisco Bay Area Zodiac Killer. Its dedication to detailing the investigation, which features journalistic and police efforts to catch a serial killer, resembles The Night Stalker's depiction of committed individuals on the trail of a nefarious figure.

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    3. Manhunter

    #960 most popular movie yesterday

    Manhunter features the first appearance of Hannibal Lecter on film and focuses on the psychological aspect of tracking a serial killer. Its influence on later serialized killer dramas, as well as its stylistic and narrative similarities, will resonate with fans of The Night Stalker.

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    4. Monster

    #1,452 most popular movie yesterday

    Monster, the biographical crime drama based on serial killer Aileen Wuornos, may appeal to The Night Stalker audience for its deep dive into the troubled mind of a murderer and the events leading to her capture, echoing the fascination with the criminal psyche found in The Night Stalker.

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    5. Summer of Sam

    #3,183 most popular movie yesterday

    Summer of Sam offers a glimpse into the lives of New Yorkers during the 1977 summer of terror brought about by the Son of Sam serial killings. The movie's blend of crime, thriller, and period-specific panic parallels the tense, true-crime narrative of The Night Stalker.