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Movies like The Hunt for America's Deadliest Hitman (2023)

The best movies like The Hunt for America's Deadliest Hitman (2023) are The Killing of America (1981), The Mystery of D.B. Cooper (2020) and Ted Bundy: Mind of a Monster (2019). If The Hunt for America's Deadliest Hitman hooked you with its documentary and crime, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.

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  1. The Killing of America (1981)

    A documentary of the decline of America, composed of archival material and exclusive footage, carnage, madness, and mayhem with an unapologetic sincerity on the factual depiction of violence in the industrialized nation of the United States. Featuring a juxtaposition of detailed accounts of terrible acts, brutal behavior, and interviews from experts and convicted killers alike.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & crime

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  2. The Mystery of D.B. Cooper (2020)

    This documentary brings to life the stories of four people believed by their family and friends to be “DB Cooper,” a man who hijacked a 727 flying out of Seattle and jumped from the plane over the wilds of Washington State with a parachute and $200,000, never to be heard from again.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & crime

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  3. Ted Bundy: Mind of a Monster (2019)

    New exclusive access and never before heard testimony gives a unique insight into the mind of America's most notorious serial killer, Ted Bundy. Breathtaking archive from the time and the voice of Bundy himself, reveals the monster inside the man.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both crime & documentary

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  4. Voyeur (2017)

    Legendary journalist Gay Talese unmasks a motel owner who spied on his guests for decades. But his bombshell story soon becomes a scandal of its own.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & crime

  5. Bikram: Yogi, Guru, Predator (2019)

    The spectacular rise and scandalous fall of hot-yoga evangelist Bikram Choudhury is chronicled through archival footage and extensive insider interviews.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & crime

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  6. Long Shot (2017)

    When Juan Catalan is arrested for a murder he insists he didn't commit, he builds his case for innocence around unexpected raw footage.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both crime & documentary

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  7. Tales of the Grim Sleeper (2014)

    When Lonnie Franklin Jr. was arrested in South Central Los Angeles in 2010 as the suspected murderer of a string of young black women, police hailed it as the culmination of 20 years of investigations. Four years later documentary filmmaker Nick Broomfield took his camera to the alleged killer’s neighborhood for another view.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both crime & documentary

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  8. Untold: Crime & Penalties (2021)

    They were the bad boys of hockey — a team bought by a man with mob ties, run by his 17-year-old son, and with a rep for being as violent as they were good.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & crime

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  9. Tread (2020)

    Pushed to his breaking point, a master welder in a small town at the foot of the Rocky Mountains quietly fortifies a bulldozer with 30 tons of concrete and steel and seeks to destroy those he believes have wronged him.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & crime

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  10. Running with the Devil: The Wild World of John McAfee (2022)

    Through raw, revealing footage and interviews with fugitive tech pioneer John McAfee, this documentary uncovers new layers of his wild years on the run.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & crime

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  11. O.J.: Made in America (2016)

    A chronicle of the rise and fall of O.J. Simpson, whose high-profile murder trial exposed the extent of American racial tensions, revealing a fractured and divided nation.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & crime

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  12. Maternal Instinct (2026)

    Police pull over a woman who claims she just gave birth. But the baby — and the blood — aren't hers. Twisted lies unravel in this true-crime documentary.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & crime

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  13. The Truth and Tragedy of Moriah Wilson (2026)

    An intimate, arresting portrait of cyclist Moriah Wilson—raised by a fierce, loving family—whose singular drive becomes her superpower, carrying her to athletic brilliance and, devastatingly, toward a life cut short by murder.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary & crime

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  14. Murder in Monaco (2025)

    Monaco, 1999. One of the world's richest men dies in his penthouse. This documentary unpacks the mysterious murder of billionaire banker, Edmond Safra.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both crime & documentary

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  15. A Toxic Love Story (2026)

    A string of threatening emails escalates into a revenge plot involving a newly married US marshal and his ex-girlfriend.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  16. Evil Influencer: The Jodi Hildebrandt Story (2025)

    Unravel the case of Utah therapist Jodi Hildebrandt, whose child abuse arrest with parenting YouTuber Ruby Franke exposed a twisted tale of manipulation.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  17. Crips and Bloods: Made in America (2009)

    With a first-person look at the notorious Crips and Bloods, this film examines the conditions that have lead to decades of devastating gang violence among young African Americans growing up in South Los Angeles.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  18. Come See Me in the Good Light (2025)

    In an intimate and joyful story of love in the face of loss, celebrated poets Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley find strength—and unexpected hilarity—in what might be their final year together.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  19. S4: The Bob Lazar Story (2026)

    Over 35 years after Bob Lazar's revelations, this documentary exposes secrets of a facility the government still denies. Featuring Lazar's testimony, recreations, and new evidence, it reopens a case that continues to spark global curiosity

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  20. You Can See Everything (2026)

    Thirty-four days before she's sent to prison, notorious Silicon Valley founder Elizabeth Holmes invites a skeptical film crew to document her every move. What begins as an intimate portrait of an enigmatic felon becomes a mind-bending three-year journey into the abyss.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  21. ODS - Construindo um Futuro Melhor (2013)

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  22. Oufti (2026)

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  23. No Country for Old Men (2007)

    Llewelyn Moss stumbles upon dead bodies, $2 million and a hoard of heroin in a Texas desert, but methodical killer Anton Chigurh comes looking for it, with local sheriff Ed Tom Bell hot on his trail. The roles of prey and predator blur as the violent pursuit of money and justice collide.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both crime

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  24. Budapest, a bűn városa (2017)

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both crime

  25. Are Dan and Phil in a Relationship? The Truth (2025)

    Is ‘Phan’ real? One of the biggest conspiracies in the history of the internet. We’re gonna talk about it.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  26. The Sidemen Story (2024)

    The pioneering British collective of internet personalities and content creators take a look back at their journey over their first decade together.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  27. Final Cut (2024)

    2009. Curitiba. University of Cinema. After the accidental death of Leandro, a student, inside the filming studio, Romero, the institution's janitor and Leandro's grandfather, after blaming the other 5 students for his grandson's death, kills, dismembers and buries the boys on the campus itself. This story becomes known nationwide as "the boys in pieces". 15 years later, another 6 students are producing a "true crime" documentary about this brutal crime and someone does not want this story to be told. New deaths begin to occur.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both crime

  28. Everyday Portabella (2022)

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  29. Dude Perfect Trick Shots: Untold Stories (2019)

    Recognized as one of the most influential and most watched content creators in the world, Dude Perfect is a group of 5 best friends who have given a whole new meaning to the term sports entertainment. Now, for the first time ever, they are telling never before told stories behind 10 of their favorite trick shots. This behind-the-scenes look includes special, exclusive commentary from Dude Perfect as well as an all-new, never-before-seen trick shot.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  30. Marghe and Giulia (2019)

    A documentary following the lives of two baby YouTube influencers and their family. Sisters Marghe and Giulia, aged 9 and 12, are known as “Marghe Giulia Kawaii” by their over 300,000 followers and their videos have been viewed millions of times. The documentary examines the effects of their new found fame and explores its influence on their private lives, where daily habits and online sharing seem to constantly overlap.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best movies like The Hunt for America's Deadliest Hitman?

The closest matches to The Hunt for America's Deadliest Hitman are The Killing of America (1981), The Mystery of D.B. Cooper (2020) and Ted Bundy: Mind of a Monster (2019). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.

What should I watch after The Hunt for America's Deadliest Hitman?

Start with The Killing of America (1981), the closest match to The Hunt for America's Deadliest Hitman.

What is the highest-rated movie like The Hunt for America's Deadliest Hitman?

O.J.: Made in America (2016), rated 8.4/10 by 271 TMDB users.

What is the newest movie like The Hunt for America's Deadliest Hitman?

You Can See Everything (2026) is the most recent release on this list.

Are there English movies like The Hunt for America's Deadliest Hitman?

Yes: The Killing of America (1981), The Mystery of D.B. Cooper (2020) and Ted Bundy: Mind of a Monster (2019).

How are movies similar to The Hunt for America's Deadliest Hitman chosen?

First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside The Hunt for America's Deadliest Hitman, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.

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