'Catching Killers': 5 things to know about the Netflix true-crime series

Serial killers, their intentions and shocking crime scenes are explored in detail by experts in Netflix's new series

BY SHIRLEY TAYSHETE

PUBLISHED NOV 1, 2021

A still from the 'Catching Killers' trailer (Netflix)

Have you ever wondered about what goes through the mind of a killer when they commit the horrifying act of taking a person's life? Or how they meticulously plan their kill, choose their targets, and execute them? The psychology behind their way of thinking remains to be scary but nonetheless interesting to know about. Netflix's new true-crime series 'Catching Killers' is just the watch for people with inquisitive minds that wonder about this topic.

The Netflix show will follow investigators, detectives, and analysts who have been witnesses to such acts over the span of their careers.'Catching Killers' will see these officers look back at cases they've encountered and they break down what goes on in their job and how they go about it. We will also get an insight into how their cases personally affected them and what they've learnt over the years. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming true-crime series.

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When does 'Catching Killers' release and where to watch it

'Catching Killers' is set to release on November 4, 2021. You can catch the series on Netflix.

What is 'Catching Killers' about?

The Netflix synopsis reads, 'The investigators behind infamous serial killer cases reveal the harrowing, chilling details of their extraordinary efforts in this true-crime series.' 'Catching Killers' will take viewers deeper into the intricacies of a crime scene. Right from the site, to the body to the earliest signs like the smell of decaying flesh, the show will explore it all. Dangerous killers, shocking crimes, relentless detectives are to be expected. Earlier times may have not have had the resources that are available for investigation today with the audience being given a thorough explanation as to how the homicide detectives went about solving cases, The documentary will have the detectives share their experiences, how the mind of killers work, the various patterns and spine-chilling discoveries they had in their careers. A detective in the trailer says, "When you see something like that it has some effect on you. If it doesn't, in my opinion you're not human. "

Who stars in the Netflix true-crime series?

JJ Holoubek as the narrator.

JJ Houloubek is a professional voice actor who has lent his skills to 'How to Solve a Murder' and '1000'. He will serve as the narrator for all the episodes of 'Catching Killers'.