The most fascinating TV serial killers of all time

By Christine Persaud Published August 11, 2017

Many stories of real life serial killers, from Jeffrey Dahmer to Charles Manson, have long been chronicled in film and Television. But the small screen has also brought forth a menacing array of fictional TV serial killers who are so terrifying, we’re glad they’re fictional.

So who are the most fascinating TV serial killers to have ever graced our living rooms? Follow along to discover our top 10 picks. (Spoiler alert! Read on at your own risk.)

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