What helps this show stand out from all of the other true crime shows out there is the honest sometimes shocking "diagnosis" the doctors give us as the crimes of the psychopath unfold. The show portrays the crimes of a psychopath while it cuts to various doctors who explain the reasoning behind the act. While the doctors may give insight into the crime there's really no understanding them. After all, can anyone, other than another psychopath, understand the reasoning behind the crimes of the psychopath? But the doctors really give that insight in terms that we all can understand. The only negative I can think of is that they sometimes don't go deep enough into some of the criminals portrayed. I'd love to see an hour long episode on some of the criminals.
15 Reviews
Great show, but disgusting at the same time
neseneu19 August 2021
No doubt, this is a great show if you are looking for getting some insights of psychopath. However, it makes me sick even though there is no brutal graphical description in the show. I'm sick of their callousness and the way they justified themselves.
I'm a big fan of crime shows, but, I really don't wanna see this show again at the same time. Big relief that I can't understand any of their behavior.
I'm a big fan of crime shows, but, I really don't wanna see this show again at the same time. Big relief that I can't understand any of their behavior.
"It's Bad."
kensirhan-861988 October 2021
I've just seen a 10th episode in this docuseries, which despite the near-innumerable repetitions of "classic" serial killers & the various horrors depicted in Snapped & Forensic Files and such since these kinds of programs 1st came to my attention 25 years ago, has managed to plumb new depths in exposing the vilest of the sickest that slime the Earth. There are a smattering of "familiar" cases (a few I've actually surmised just from the sat program guide synopses, which are none too detailed), but these are mostly not, which ramps up the nightmare factor. It's an even deeper plunge into the lowest depths of Hell than the "standard" true-confessions programs e.g. The Murder Tapes, because this 1 is focused entirely on the rotted-out husks of "people" wrapped in humanoid hides of which, repellent as they are, it would do well for more of the populace to be aware. To have knowledge of such "signs" as are on display here in this Rotters' Row can help prevent more victims than there already have been - which is *too* many. Except for, also "too many," onscreen screwups on the part of these overpaid people labeled "transcribers" whose erroneous output gives the impression they're operating with wax-filled ears, I find this series to be of very good quality. The onscreen info sitting in for a narrator is clearly presented & concise, the articulate interviewees convey their observations with a welcome minimum of body English (1 evidently lefthanded male "doctor" though keeps straying from the steady path) & nonexistent "Yew No" littered vocal hysterics - please let them not ever engage that over-hyperactive MW Phelps cretin! The background score, while featuring a few "leftover" elements, & *emphatic" sound effects do not overwhelm the dialogue - though I expect many could wish it did. Well, so mega unfortunately, there's no scarcity of incidents which could use an airing to a larger audience, so I hope that for the interests of enlightening people on an important subject, this here historically attention deficit disordered IDiot channel doesn't capriciously discontinue this series. They have more than enough such stupidity e.g. Over My Dead Body as it is; (much) less dateline/2020/48 hours & that excruciating cow P. Zahn & more of this kind of "better" production, & their now thankfully dropped self promo of being the "#1 true crime network" will actually have some truth to it.
FASCINATINGLY CREEPY
kazzalou-0574120 February 2023
This insightful, fascinating series gives you an insight into psychopathic behaviour. It makes for some uncomfortable viewing, especially when watching a psychopath explain his behavior like he's just been taking a stroll. It's exceptionally creepy, but definitely compulsive viewing. Experts talk you through what kind of behaviors psychopaths can display, which I find extremely helpful. At the start of the series you're asked 'would you see the signs'? The point is, psychopaths adapt and blend in, adjust their behavior to suit their needs - so that question is chilling. Each episode focuses on a different psychopath - be warned, some of the details are not for the faint of heart, as psychopaths have no empathy, relishing reliving their crimes to an extraordinary level.
Raw True Crime Documentary
portal179025 September 2021
I *love* this show!
kevinbrown-28 March 2023
Most Murder Shows (what I call true crime shows) are superficially shallow in terms of the people involved, victims and perpetrators. This show gets a little deeper into the mind, psychology, behaviors, and motivations of psychopaths. I feel that after watching most if not all of the episodes, I could spot a psychopath a mile away. And yes, I've come across a few. Ask me about the 8 year old psychopathic kid I came across, who almost caused my son to quit hockey. I felt bad for the parents, who actually seemed like pretty good people. They just had a kid who was evil to his core. Fun fact about psychopaths: they make good CEOs. No empathy, they just care about the company making money for the shareholders. No empathy, let's layoff another few hundred or few thousand employees ...
My favorite true crime, it is shocking documentary
andrericardo3818 March 2024
I reserve a 10-star rating for shows that are worth rewatching, and 'Signs of a Psychopath' earns this distinction. Having viewed the seasons multiple times, I find that each viewing reveals new layers, akin to the way fine wine matures with time. In my eyes, it's a classic.
The highlight of the series is undoubtedly the psychologists' analyses. Over time, I've transitioned from a passive viewer to an active one, eagerly anticipating the experts' insights to enhance my own understanding.
The series delves into some of the most notorious crimes, presenting a rich tapestry of recordings, photos, and interviews ripe for analysis. It's a shocking documentary, and some moments can make us cry even without an emotional soundtrack. There are some that criminals describe everything as a dark humor, which we could only imagine finding in films, beyond reality.
I fervently wish for the series to continue indefinitely, perhaps even venturing into the annals of ancient history for its analytical prowess.
The highlight of the series is undoubtedly the psychologists' analyses. Over time, I've transitioned from a passive viewer to an active one, eagerly anticipating the experts' insights to enhance my own understanding.
The series delves into some of the most notorious crimes, presenting a rich tapestry of recordings, photos, and interviews ripe for analysis. It's a shocking documentary, and some moments can make us cry even without an emotional soundtrack. There are some that criminals describe everything as a dark humor, which we could only imagine finding in films, beyond reality.
I fervently wish for the series to continue indefinitely, perhaps even venturing into the annals of ancient history for its analytical prowess.
Not bad.
talis-briedis-79-54108310 August 2021
A little drawn out at times but fairly informative. Not too sure about those so called experts. I have a background in psychology, and they do not sound overly educated in their fields. Maybe even at a level of a tRUMP U. Graduate...
But that Dr. Chitra Raghvan- Woohoooo...
I'm a val ya know!
He was, like, freaking me out He called me a beastie That's 'cause, like He was totally blitzed He goes, like, bag your face!
I'm sure!
O, like I go into this, like, salon place, y'know And I wanted, like, to get my toenails done And the lady, like, goes "Oh, my god, your toenails are, like, so grody" It was, like, really embarrassing She's like "Oh, my God, like, bag those toenails" I'm like, "Sure" She goes "Uh, I don't know if I can handle this" Y'know I was like really embarrassed!!
It's like grody Grody to the max I'm sure It's, like, really nauseating Like, barf out Gag me with a spoon!
Gross!
I am sure!
Totally!
He was, like, freaking me out He called me a beastie That's 'cause, like He was totally blitzed He goes, like, bag your face!
I'm sure!
O, like I go into this, like, salon place, y'know And I wanted, like, to get my toenails done And the lady, like, goes "Oh, my god, your toenails are, like, so grody" It was, like, really embarrassing She's like "Oh, my God, like, bag those toenails" I'm like, "Sure" She goes "Uh, I don't know if I can handle this" Y'know I was like really embarrassed!!
It's like grody Grody to the max I'm sure It's, like, really nauseating Like, barf out Gag me with a spoon!
Gross!
I am sure!
Totally!
Repetitive
dbucci-870084 September 2023
It was fascinating, but many of the cases repeated. They could have found new cases if 1 in 100 men are psychopaths... The difference in psychopathic women is fascinating. I definitely learned that nobody can be trusted. The professionals did a good job at pointing out aberrant behavior and seemed knowledgeable. I loved the sting episode. This is a good show if you are interested in psychopathic behavior and/ or serial killers, their thought processes, how they can kill someone, etc. It is fun/ scary to watch the interviews. 1 in 100... Think about that next time you come to a concert, amusement park, movie theater, etc...
Misleading Title
respite-665331 September 2021
The so called experts present little insight into the subject matter and fail to offer any real science-based evidence that would identify the featured defendants as psychopathic. At the most their crimes and actions show some sociopathic tendencies or personality disorders but nothing rising to the level of the misleading title.
So Badly Done
helenahandbasket-9373418 May 2022
Any psychiatrist, psychologist or physiologist that offers to dissect a case in which they are in no way involved, and only based on transcripts/interrogation interviews isn't anyone who should be taken seriously. It's incredibly illogical and against everything you're taught to make a diagnosis or an assumption thereto with no role played in the persons care. Period. And if you are involved, you're bound by HIPPAA and other laws from discussing any aspects of the case.
As much as people love to be 'entertained' by the murder/death/kill genre, this fake diagnosis accompanied by creepy music isn't a recommended path to traverse. Some of these so-called experts seem far too giddy to be on camera; I'm guessing because someone is actually asking to hear their thoughts- however, if you're worth anything, you'd be practicing on actual patients and not pseudo diagnosing them for ID.
As much as people love to be 'entertained' by the murder/death/kill genre, this fake diagnosis accompanied by creepy music isn't a recommended path to traverse. Some of these so-called experts seem far too giddy to be on camera; I'm guessing because someone is actually asking to hear their thoughts- however, if you're worth anything, you'd be practicing on actual patients and not pseudo diagnosing them for ID.
Bad experts
gg-5626731 August 2023
I'm a huge true crimes fan. Although, why HBO hired some grease faced actress to be an expert, I'll never understand. She literally is reading a script. Also when I mean grease, I mean her face. It's so nasty. She doesn't know any of the cases, which is glaringly obvious. The show is a good concept, but there experts are just actors. This is incredibly embarks to the director. This is definitely a non-watch. I'd suggest looking up Jim Can't Swim on youtube, I promise you'll have a much better time. If I wasn't honest more people would suffer through fake experts. Hollywood is dieing obviously.
True crime expertise?
danielleespindulasant26 October 2023
Those supposed experts ain't droppin' any real deep insights you can't just Google, and tryna dissect a sociopath's crime in a quick twenty? That's just scratchin' the surface, man. These cases are cool and all, but man, there are cuts in the real footage all the freakin' time. It's a real buzzkill. The editing's a pain, and you can hardly catch what the criminals and the investigators are sayin'. You know, there are way cooler documentaries out there on real crimes and psychos. So, go hunt down something else if you're into that criminal mind stuff.
True crime expertise? Not worth the Google search.
True crime expertise? Not worth the Google search.
Lack of subtitles makes this unwatchable
rupertpatterson20 October 2022
The audio of the entire show is terrible. Not only are their very poor quality recordings (from interviews with the perpetrators), but the background soundtrack over the top makes it even harder to hear what is being said on the recordings. If you can't hear what's being said, why bother watching? I turned up headphones but the sound mixing is so bad, this just made the backing track louder and didn't improve the clarity or comprehension of the recorded interviews. Gave up after 1.5 episodes. I'm interested in the psychology of true crime but didn't feel this show was sufficiently competent in putting together 23 min episode case studies. It could have been good though if they had a better team behind it. Shame.
Has potential
jenstf28 November 2023
The most interesting parts of this series are the interrogation clips. Most of them using outdated and non scientific interrogation techniques.
A set of experts try to explain how every suspect in the series are psycopats, only based on transcripts and interrogations audio/video. Even if the experts sometimes agree that the suspects only have a degree of psycopathic behavior, the series miss an opposing view, with someone like professor Gisli Gudjonson and his work on false confessions and interrogations.
False confessions and interrogation methods would be another great tv series if you are more into documentaries based on facts than entertainment.
A set of experts try to explain how every suspect in the series are psycopats, only based on transcripts and interrogations audio/video. Even if the experts sometimes agree that the suspects only have a degree of psycopathic behavior, the series miss an opposing view, with someone like professor Gisli Gudjonson and his work on false confessions and interrogations.
False confessions and interrogation methods would be another great tv series if you are more into documentaries based on facts than entertainment.
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