7 Supernatural Crime Thrillers to Watch on Netflix, Prime Video, and More

Indian streaming platforms have redefined crime thrillers by blending investigative drama with supernatural twists.

These shows go beyond conventional whodunits, weaving mythology, ghostly encounters, and unexplained phenomena into gripping mysteries.

Paatal Lok (Prime Video): A Delhi police officer investigates a failed assassination attempt on a journalist. The series explores corruption, caste, and politics, using a mythological framework of heaven, earth, and hell to mirror societal divides.

Mandala Murders (Netflix): In Charandaspur, ritualistic killings tied to a secret society leave detectives unravelling a chilling conspiracy where each victim is found missing a body part.

Adhura (Prime Video): Set in Nilgiri Valley School, the story links a returning alumnus with a bullied student whose trauma sparks eerie events. Past actions resurface as psychological horror meets supernatural danger.

Ghoul (Netflix): In a dystopian detention centre, an interrogator faces terrifying supernatural forces that transform an investigation into a battle for survival. The series blends political commentary with paranormal horror.

Manvat Murders (SonyLIV): Inspired by shocking crimes of the 1970s, a special crime branch officer investigates the murders of seven women in a small town. The case exposes dark community secrets and hidden motives.

Asur (JioHotstar): Forensic experts confront a serial killer who believes himself to be a demon from Hindu mythology. The series pits scientific investigation against ancient beliefs in a tense ideological conflict.

Suzhal: The Vortex (Prime Video): During a 10-day religious festival in Sambaloor, a minor incident unravels into interconnected crimes, forcing residents to confront buried truths.