true crime
noun
: a nonfiction genre of literature, film, podcasts, etc. that depicts and examines real crime cases
Fans of true crime will enjoy this collection of tales from the annals of American justice …—
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—usually used before another nounJennifer Moorea true crime podcast/documentary/novel
In each episode, legal and criminal justice experts give you the inside scoop on the most shocking true crime stories … to hit the news.—LeeAnn Huntoon
LeeAnn HuntoonAs true crime podcasts, TV shows, books and online content continue to prove popular, cases never truly fade from the spotlight.—Bethany Bruner
Bethany BrunerExamples of true crime in a Sentence
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The unlikely trio teamed up to launch their own true crime podcast whenever someone died in the building under suspicious circumstances, chronicling their independent investigation to solve the murder.
—Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
With the exception of true crime and Alex Cooper, the top spots on the podcasting charts of Spotify and Apple are dominated by comedy, news and talk shows hosted by men.
—Axios, 20 Dec. 2024
The second season of his true crime anthology, which focused on the Erik and Lyle Menendez case, is nominated for three Golden Globes, including Best Television Limited Series, Anthology Series or Motion Picture Made for Television.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 9 Dec. 2024
Top true crime podcast Crime Junkie is kicking off a 2025 U.S. tour at Fishers Event Center.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 5 Dec. 2024
Podcasts have also become a must-have for streaming platforms, as people increasingly turn to the chatter of true crime sleuths, quasi-dating experts and cultural commentators for daily background noise.
—Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 4 Dec. 2024
The case already has the potential to be like a true crime podcast that unfolds in real-time.
—Peter Suciu, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
In the world of Danish true crime, one name looms large over all the rest: Dagmar Overbye.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 5 Dec. 2024
And even some genres that have proved to be remarkably durable, such as true crime, have forced producers like Bungalow to get creative as the competition intensifies.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 5 Dec. 2024
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Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
With the exception of true crime and Alex Cooper, the top spots on the podcasting charts of Spotify and Apple are dominated by comedy, news and talk shows hosted by men.
—Axios, 20 Dec. 2024
The second season of his true crime anthology, which focused on the Erik and Lyle Menendez case, is nominated for three Golden Globes, including Best Television Limited Series, Anthology Series or Motion Picture Made for Television.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 9 Dec. 2024
Top true crime podcast Crime Junkie is kicking off a 2025 U.S. tour at Fishers Event Center.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 5 Dec. 2024
Podcasts have also become a must-have for streaming platforms, as people increasingly turn to the chatter of true crime sleuths, quasi-dating experts and cultural commentators for daily background noise.
—Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 4 Dec. 2024
The case already has the potential to be like a true crime podcast that unfolds in real-time.
—Peter Suciu, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
In the world of Danish true crime, one name looms large over all the rest: Dagmar Overbye.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 5 Dec. 2024
And even some genres that have proved to be remarkably durable, such as true crime, have forced producers like Bungalow to get creative as the competition intensifies.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 5 Dec. 2024
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“True crime.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/true%20crime. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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