In 2026, Netflix continues to dominate the true crime genre with the release of The Murder of Rachel Nickell on June 4. This gripping film, directed by Lucy Bowden, explores the brutal 1992 attack on a young mother in a London park, witnessed by her son. The film has quickly become a hit, ranking as the second most-watched film on Netflix shortly after its release, with over 50 million views in three weeks for another title, The Crash. The Murder of Rachel Nickell is complemented by a companion series, The Witness, which offers insights from the victim's son and has also achieved high viewership. The film's narrative draws on one of the earliest psychological profiles of a criminal in the UK, and while it currently has no Rotten Tomatoes score, all reviews are positive. Netflix's success in the true crime genre is evident as it faces competition from other platforms, yet remains the leading choice for viewers.