True crime’s got a new home on Max! From shocking scandals to twisted mysteries, these five international docuseries you may have missed from 2024 will have you hooked.
Menem Junior, The Death of a President’s Son
Menem Junior, The Death of a President’s Son is an Argentinian documentary that came out in February 2024. Menem Junior, The Death of a President’s Son is a four-part docuseries streaming on Max that delves into the mysterious 1995 death of Carlos “Carlitos” Menem Jr., the son of former Argentine President Carlos Menem. The tragedy was ruled an accident, but from the beginning, Carlitos’ mother suspected murder. The series follows Carlitos’ surviving mother, Zulema, and sister Zulemita, as they relentlessly pursue justice, uncovering a web of corruption and deceit within the Menem administration. With shocking revelations and never-before-seen evidence, this docuseries offers a disturbing look at the dark side of power and the lengths to which people will go to protect it. English subtitles are available for this Spanish docuseries. If you’re interested in true crime and political intrigue, Menem Junior, The Death of a President’s Son is a must-watch.
Massacre of the Mormons
Massacre of the Mormons is a harrowing four-part docuseries on Max that delves into the tragic killings of three women and six children in a Sonora, Mexico Mormon community that occurred in 2019. The language spoken most predominantly in the series is Spanish, but there are English subtitles available! The group was on-route to a wedding when this shocking incident of violence occurred. Through firsthand accounts, investigative journalism, and police interviews, the series takes you through the investigation in real time as a devastated community seeks justice. If you’re seeking a powerful and thought-provoking true-crime story, watch Massacre of the Mormons on Max!
Hell on Earth: The Verónica Case
Hell on Earth: The Verónica Case is a Spanish true crime documentary series that delves into the aftermath of the 1998 sexual assault of 13-year-old Verónica Rodríguez García by her neighbor in a small Spanish town. Despite overwhelming evidence, the community turns against Verónica and her mother, while the perpetrator, a well-liked local man known as “Pincelito,” enjoys widespread support. Hell on Earth: The Verónica Case follows Verónica’s mother, María del Carmen García, as she describes her difficult fight for justice and the unimaginable action she takes after he is set free. Hell on Earth: The Verónica Case offers a chilling look at the devastating impact of sexual assault and the lengths some will go to protect the ones they love. If you missed this four-part thought-provoking Spanish docuseries when it was released in May 2024, add it to your streaming list now on Max! Hell on Earth: The Verónica Case has both English subtitles and English dubbing available!
The King of Zanzibar
The King of Zanzibar is a captivating Polish documentary series that delves into the enigmatic figure of Wojtek Żabiński, a man who built an empire on the promise of a luxurious island paradise, but was any of it real? Released in June 2024, this three-part docuseries uncovers the truth behind Wojtek Żabiński’s lavish lifestyle and ambitious projects that attracted investors during the 2020 pandemic. The King of Zanzibar offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of high-end travel and how investors and tourists lost millions on fictional hotel properties. With its stunning visuals, gripping narrative, and shocking revelations, The King of Zanzibar is a must-watch for anyone interested in the financial side of true crime. You can The King of Zanzibar now on Max with English subtitles or dubbing!
The Sancho Case
The Sancho Case premiered on Max in October 2024, and is not to be missed! The Spanish docuseries The Sancho Case explores the crimes and trial of Daniel Sancho, the son of famous Spanish actor Rodolfo Sancho. Daniel Sancho was a promising young chef living in Thailand, with a large following on YouTube, but his career came to a startling end when he was accused of murdering a Colombian plastic surgeon. The Sancho Case takes you through the investigation and trial of Daniel Sancho, featuring interviews with Thai police and Daniel Sancho’s lawyers, uncovering the twisted details that led to this tragic crime. The Sancho Case is available on Max with English subtitles or dubbing.
Skin Hunters
Skin Hunters is a chilling documentary series that exposes a horrifying scandal in Poland. The Polish docuseries delves into the corrupt practices of emergency medical workers and morticians who conspired to hasten the deaths of vulnerable patients, often elderly, in order to profit from their funerals. If you were enthralled by Dr. Death, Skin Hunters should be at the top of your watchlist! Skin Hunters paints a disturbing picture of a system where greed took precedence over human life, and features the brave individuals who worked over 12 years to expose the practice and bring individuals to justice. Skin Hunters is an incredibly powerful docuseries about individuals who fought for the dignity of human life in Poland. Skin Hunters was released on Max in October and offers English subtitles for viewers!
