When Missing Turns to Murder (2019– ) User Reviews

Good - but make sure you're good at languages

[freya-75190 · 6/10 · 4 December 2021]

Watching on Netflix. Heartbreaking to see those who are the 'other' victims, but it is important their voices are heard

However, episode 9 based in France and no subtitles. I'm sure the police officer is very expansive but I have no idea!

Informative, well paced and evokative

[beanslegit · 8/10 · 10 August 2023]

This isn't like your average neflix drawn out, boring docuseries. By that I mean that it's actually good! The cases are obviously tragic and would be enough by themselves to make even the most stoic true crime fan a little emotional, but the interviews with the parents and family were very real and moving. It's not overblown or overly dramatic and quite respectful which I liked.

I'm only a few episodes in btw, but I probably will watch the whole thing in a few days. When Missing Turns to Murder is a refreshingly concise production and hopefully Netflix will consider the positive reviews and try to match this kind of quality in future.

Really good!

[Guanche48 · 8/10 · 28 March 2024]

Very good English series, with many details, it is well documented from beginning to end of each disappearance case. The first season is of better quality in my opinion. I think it's because the 2nd season has more cases of young children, some cases got on my nerves, and the social services and their negligence, that's how it's everywhere, so let's not blame the parents!!! Please!!!

In most episodes there are many unexpected things that will leave you speechless, how cruel the human race is, the worst without a doubt.

Most of the cases are very well investigated and you will like some cases more than others, it is strong and if you like exciting and well-told crime and police investigations, don't miss it!

Very interesting

[triinmiilman-82132 · 9/10 · 4 December 2021]

This show will make you binge watch it until it's over. There may be some scary or triggering episodes so do keep that in mind when choosing to watch the show.

The only negative side of the series: Episode 9 has no subtitles when the French police is talking. He talks quite a lot and it would be great to know what is he saying. I tried turning on subtitles but it doesn't change a thing. There is no option to get it translated whilst watching the episode either. As episode 9 takes place in France and half of this episode includes French police members, so half the story won't be understood.

Finally a show that is respectful and educated

[tashkeegan · 9/10 · 20 February 2023]

I have tried multiple similar shows recently and, as a victim of past coercive and abusive relationships I have struggled with how misleading and disrespectful the shows can be. To the point of damaging for those who may know someone in an at risk relationship.

Too often the victim is blamed or questioned for not leaving sooner. An incredibly offensive question when you truly understand how these 'relationships' function.

I have just watched episode 3. I don't want to add spoilers but I would say thank you to the family of Natalie, the professionals involved and the show creators. This was well done. My heart goes out to all experiencing or witnessing this behaviour. Don't just tell them to leave. Get professional support. It could save their life.

Justice for the murdered

[deepkut · 10/10 · 20 September 2020]

This show is excellent ! It just reels you in until you've binged the whole (and only) season so far. Sadly, as many true crime shows go, a majority of these victims are women. I feel like more people need to know how to defend themselves as well as carry some type of weapon or protection, not that anyone needs to be paranoid but in these instances, the "safety first" rule definitely applies. The impact of these atrocities is exponential. Honestly, these monsters deserve the death penalty and it just seems like that's becoming less and less of an option because of too many bleeding heart liberals. Yeah I went there. These innocent people didn't deserve the fates they met - the fates they were forced to meet and as far as I'm concerned, an eye for an eye.

Lots of bad parenting

[cjwilson-08740 · 2/10 · 2 February 2024]

After watching numerous episodes, I see how troubled the majority of the parents are and are not teaching their kids correct life skills. It's their responsibility to provide for their children and it appears the majority of them are on governmental assistance. Very sad to watch these. I am impressed with the detectives and their ability to solve these cases. Why are these killers not given more time in prison. They are going to get out and kill again. These cycles just seem to repeat over and over again. I'm hopeful that the UK can get on top of this and give longer sentences to the convicted killers.

Very well done documentary series

[sunnydale2004 · 10/10 · 24 April 2024]

While the true stories are heartbreaking they need to be told. If it helps just one person see dangers sooner it's accomplished something huge. Plus I love me some Shaun Dooley!! I could listen to him read a dictionary. I didn't realize he narrated as well as acted. Now that I fangirled over Shaun let me tell you the episode about Joanna Simpson is so heartbreaking. Her family especially her children went through so much hell. I'm American and I will say the British justice system hands out some really soft sentences for such horrendous crimes. The American justice system's broke as well there are folks in jail that do not deserve to be there. But watch this series if you like true crime because it delivers on every note PLUS SHAUN DOOLEY !!