Are you a fan of true crime? Explore these five Netflix series based on real-life cases that are sure to captivate you.
The buzz around El Caso Asunta, a chilling drama set to premiere on Netflix on April 26, has everyone talking. But if you’re eager for more, Netflix offers a plethora of documentaries and drama series inspired by actual cases to satisfy your craving for suspense.
Check out our top recommendations:
Where is Marta? (¿Dónde está Marta?)
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This gripping three-part series delves into the mysterious disappearance of Marta del Castillo, an 18-year-old girl from Sevilla. Her vanishing in 2009 sparked a nationwide outcry and a frenzied media spectacle. Marta’s ex-boyfriend, Miguel Carcaño Delgado, quickly emerged as the primary suspect. The documentary’s thorough examination of the case shed light on new leads, earning it the prestigious jury Iris Award for its visual quality, narrative pace, and in-depth analysis.
The Playing Card Killer (Baraja: La Firma del Asesino)
In early 2003, Spain was shaken by a serial killer known for leaving playing cards at the crime scenes. Over three months, six people were murdered and three others injured, leaving the country baffled by the killer’s cryptic signature. This Netflix documentary, spanning three episodes, features insights from key investigators, journalists, and witnesses.
The Asunta Case: Operation Nenufar (El Caso Asunta: Operacion Nenufar)
Before its adaptation into a Netflix drama, this documentary provided an original insight into the murder of Asunta Basterra. The 12-year-old girl was discovered strangled in 2013 with lethal levels of sedatives in her system. Suspicions immediately fell on her adoptive parents, Rosario Porto and Alfonso Basterra. Released in 2017, this four-part documentary unveiled new perspectives on the case, arriving two years after the final verdict. For fans of the documentary, Netflix’s dramatic rendition of the case will be available on April 26.
The Alcasser Murders (El Caso Alcasser)
In November 1992, three girls from Alcasser, Valencia embarked on a fateful journey hitchhiking to a nightclub, unaware that it would be their last. This infamous case in Spain narrates the harrowing ordeal of the girls’ abduction, rape, torture, and murder. The five-part Netflix documentary offers a comprehensive exploration of the case through interviews with individuals closely connected to the investigation.
The Last Hours of Mario Biondo (Las ultimas horas de Mario Biondo)
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Following the death of Mario Biondo, the husband of Spanish presenter Raquel Sanchez Silva, Spanish authorities ruled it a suicide. However, Biondo’s family from Italy has persistently advocated for reopening the case, suspecting foul play involving his ex-wife. This three-part series uncovers fresh insights from the investigation, featuring interviews with Biondo’s family and Italian investigators.