MINDHUNTER (2017)

Synopsis

An agent in the FBI's Elite Serial Crime Unit develops profiling techniques as he pursues notorious serial killers and rapists.

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Where to watch

Stream

• Netflix
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Streaming availability via JustWatch

Cast

• Jonathan Groff as Holden Ford
• Holt McCallany as Bill Tench
• Anna Torv as Wendy Carr
• Sonny Valicenti as ADT Serviceman
• Stacey Roca as Nancy Tench
• Cotter Smith as Unit Chief Shepard
• Hannah Gross as Debbie Mitford
• Joe Tuttle as Gregg Smith
• Zachary Scott Ross as Brian Tench
• Lauren Glazier as Kay Manz

If you liked MINDHUNTER, try

• Criminal Minds
• Dexter
• Bones
• Cape Fear
• Furious
• Twin Peaks
• You
• Miami Vice

BingeNext's take

If you're into crime dramas that dig into the minds of criminals, Mindhunter is a gripping choice. The show follows an FBI agent who works in the Elite Serial Crime Unit, developing new profiling techniques while tracking down some of the most notorious serial killers and rapists. It’s intense and thought-provoking, with strong performances from Jonathan Groff and Holt McCallany that really pull you into the psychological battles happening behind the scenes. With two seasons and 19 episodes, it’s a solid binge that feels like a deep dive into the early days of criminal profiling, without being overly sensational. If you’ve enjoyed shows like Criminal Minds or Dexter, this one will hit the right spot, offering a more grounded and methodical look at crime investigation. Watching it feels like stepping into a tense, dark world where every conversation and detail matters, perfect for those who like their crime stories smart and serious.