Top 10 Thriller & Crime Web Series You Shouldn’t Miss

If you're into suspense, twists, and mind-bending crime plots, then thriller web series are where the action is. From psychological mind games to high-stakes investigations, here’s a curated list of the top 10 thriller and crime web series that will keep you hooked till the very end.

1. Mindhunter (Netflix)

Plot: Based on true events, this psychological thriller follows two FBI agents as they pioneer criminal profiling in the 1970s by interviewing serial killers.

Why Watch: Deep, slow-burn storytelling with real-life criminal psychology.

Total Seasons: 2 Seasons [ 19 episodes ]

⭐IMDb Rating: 8.6/10

2. Money Heist (La Casa De Papel) (Netflix)

Plot: A criminal mastermind called "The Professor" assembles a team to pull off the biggest heist in Spain’s history.

Why Watch: High-octane action, unexpected twists, and emotional depth.

Total Seasons: 5 seasons [ 41 episodes ]

⭐IMDb Rating: 8.2/10

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3. Breaking Bad (Netflix)

Plot: A chemistry teacher turns to meth-making after a cancer diagnosis — what follows is a slow descent into darkness.

Why Watch: Brilliant writing, character evolution, and crime at its most raw.

Total Seasons: 5 seasons [ 62 episodes ]

⭐IMDb Rating: 9.5/10

4. Sacred Games (Netflix – India)

Plot: A troubled cop in Mumbai uncovers a conspiracy that ties together religion, politics, and the criminal underworld.

Why Watch: Gripping, layered storytelling and fantastic performances.

Total Seasons: 2 seasons [ 16 episodes ]

⭐IMDb Rating: 8.5/10

5. True Detective (HBO)

Plot: Two detectives investigate a series of ritualistic murders in Louisiana.

Why Watch: Dark, philosophical, and intensely atmospheric.

Total Seasons: 4 seasons [ 30 episodes ]

⭐IMDb Rating: 9.0/10

6. Narcos (Netflix)

Plot: The rise and fall of drug kingpin Pablo Escobar and the DEA's efforts to take him down.

Why Watch: Real-life crime saga with an addictive narrative.

Total Seasons: 3 seasons [ 30 episodes ]

⭐IMDb Rating: 8.8/10

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7. You (Netflix)

Plot: A charming bookstore manager hides a dark obsession that turns deadly.

Why Watch: A psychological thriller from the POV of the stalker disturbing yet fascinating.

Total Seasons: 5 seasons [ 50 episodes ]

⭐IMDb Rating: 7.7/10

8. Delhi Crime (Netflix – India)

Plot: Based on the 2012 Delhi gang rape case, this series follows the Delhi Police’s hunt for the culprits.

Why Watch: Gritty, emotional, and socially powerful.

Total Seasons: 2 seasons [ 12 episodes ]

⭐IMDb Rating: 8.5/10

9. Sherlock (BBC/Netflix)

Plot: A modern-day take on the classic Sherlock Holmes stories.

Why Watch: Brilliant deductions, sharp writing, and Cumberbatch’s magnetic performance.

Total Seasons: 4 seasons [ 15 episodes ]

⭐IMDb Rating: 9.1/10

10. Ozark (Netflix)

Plot: A financial planner relocates his family to launder money for a drug cartel — chaos unfolds.

Why Watch: Complex characters, escalating tension, and a haunting tone.

Total Seasons: 4 seasons [ 44 episodes ]

⭐IMDb Rating: 8.5/10

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📌 Final Thoughts

Whether you enjoy dark psychological thrillers or fast-paced crime dramas, this list has something for every fan of the genre. Grab your popcorn, dim the lights, and dive into these gripping stories.