Cold Case Files

DocumentaryCrime

2017, Show

There are over 100,000 cold cases in America, and only about 1% are ever solved. With recent advancements in technology and the methods used to solve these cases, as well as the unwavering dedication of victims’ families, law enforcement and the public, “Cold Case Files” explores the cases that defied the odds. Each episode of the Emmy-nominated series examines the twists and turns of one murder case that remained unsolved for years, and the critical element that heated it up, leading to the evidence that finally solved it. Featuring interviews with family members, friends, detectives, and others close to the cases, the refreshed classic series examines all facets of the crime and shines a light on a range of voices and victims.

Country: United States

Cast:

Bill Kurtis

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Netflix

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7.9

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6.0

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Critic Season 1 Melissa Camacho

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...if you're seriously into crime-solving docudramas, this one offers some real-life investigative twists and turns.

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In "Cold Case Files," expert detectives use cutting-edge forensic science and criminal psychology to reopen and solve long-standing murder cases that have gone unsolved for years. With the help of family members, friends, and other key players, these dedicated investigators delve into the twists and turns of each case, uncovering new evidence and shedding light on the darkest corners of the human psyche. From suspects to victims, every voice is heard in this gripping documentary series that revisits America's most haunting cold cases.

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You can stream Cold Case Files on: Netflix

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Some TV shows that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Cold Case Files include American Nightmare, Files of the Unexplained, Crime Scene: The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel, The Playing Card Killer, Exhibit A, Till Murder Do Us Part: Soering vs. Haysom.