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The intriguing premise of The Madness caught the attention of subscribers when it was released in November. In the lead is Colman Domingo who first made a splash on Broadway before expanding to feature films and TV. More recently, he received praise for his inspired performance in Rustin (2023). In The Madness, he plays Muncie Daniels, a media pundit who gets mixed up in a murder investigation.
The eight-episode show with an inclusive cast tackles white supremacy, prejudice, complex dynamics and a whole lot more. It is interesting to see how Daniels' life takes a turn after he is found at the scene of the murder in Pocono Mountains. The Madness also stars Marsha Stephanie Blake, John Ortiz, Gabrielle Graham and more.
Viewers who enjoyed the suspenseful narrative of The Madness should check out the engaging titles on this list that are equally layered and thrilling.
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The Family, Trial 4 and six other shows like The Madness that keep getting better with every episode
1) The Innocent Man (2018)
The Madness explores how things are not always the way they seem at first glance. Viewers will get the same feeling when they watch The Innocent Man which is based on The Innocent Man: Murder and Injustice in a Small Town written by John Grisham.
The six-episode documentary series centers around two murder cases in Ada, Oklahoma and seeks to uncover whether the confessions made by the accused were genuine or coerced. Not only does it delve into lesser-known case details but also shines a light on the issues with the police investigation.
Like The Madness, The Innocent Man keeps viewers on their toes with plenty of surprising revelations that are almost too hard to believe.
Where to watch: The Innocent Man is available for streaming on Netflix.
2) The Capture (2019)
While watching The Madness, it is never easy to guess who is telling the truth and who isn't, which keeps the audience guessing. Another show that does this really well is The Capture starring Holliday Grainger and Callum Turner.
Grainger plays Detective Inspector Rachel Carey who feels something is amiss when Turner's character, British army Lance Corporal Shaun Emery, is accused of murdering his barrister. However, when she starts to look into the case, she uncovers a complex conspiracy that could put her life and career at risk.
The Capture, like The Madness, boasts a solid screenplay that prompts the viewer to second guess everything they see and hear. Spanning two seasons and 12 episodes, this show is able to maintain the momentum from the first episode to the last thanks to its intelligent dialogue and captivating performances.
Where to watch: The Capture can be streamed on Prime Video and Apple TV+.
3) The Family (2019)
One of the reasons why shows like The Madness get a lot of takers is because they encourage the viewer to question things around them. The Family, containing five episodes, shares plenty of shocking information that will make people sit up and take notice.
The docu-series focuses on the beginning and rise of a conservative Christian group, known as the Family or the Fellowship, who have considerable influence on American politics. It features journalist, and author, Jeff Sharlet, who wrote The Family: The Secret Fundamentalism at the Heart of American Power and C Street: The Fundamentalist Threat to American Democracy.
The Family isn't only for the politically-aware, it is provocative and informative enough to interest even apolitical viewers.
Where to watch: All episodes of The Family can be viewed on Netflix.
4) Trial 4 (2020)
Elements of racism and prejudice are highlighted in the riveting narrative of The Madness. The same can also be seen in Netflix's Trial 4, which explores the case of Sean K. Ellis.
In 1993, Ellis who was only 19 years old at the time, was convicted of killing John J. Mulligan, a Boston police officer. This show aims to unravel the circumstances that led to the wrongful conviction and the faults in the investigation.
What makes this show relevant in present times is the fact that cases like this are surprisingly common even today. It prompts the viewer to question whether police officers, who are supposed to be working for the good of the people, can exploit those they have been tasked to protect. It is a well-made eight-episode documentary series that fans of The Madness will find insightful.
Where to watch: Trial 4 is available for streaming on Netflix.
5) Murder Among the Mormons (2021)
One of the best things about The Madness is the pacing, which continues to build with each episode. The same momentum complete with twists and turns can be seen in Murder Among the Mormons. Containing three episodes, the true crime documentary focuses on Mark Hofmann, one of the most notable forgers in history.
Initially, the documents he produced were believed to be genuine but when people started to see through his schemes, he turned to murder to keep his secrets hidden. The best thing about this three-episode true crime miniseries is that it is short enough for a weekend binge and long enough to provide viewers with plenty of insight into what really happened.
Even though the show switches between archival footage and present-day interviews, the flow is never interrupted and viewers can follow the narrative quite easily.
Where to watch: Murder Among the Mormons can be viewed on Netflix.
6) The Innocent (2021)
In The Madness, the life of Colman Domingo's character takes a drastic turn that makes him feel overwhelmed. The same happens to Mateo Vidal, the lead character portrayed by Mario Casas in The Innocent. Vidal is haunted by an incident that happened nine years ago, but he hopes to start over with his wife Olivia, played by Aura Garrido.
But as he begins his new life, a shocking phone call pulls him back into another nightmare. Based on Harlan Coben's novel, this Spanish thriller keeps the audience invested in the narrative by bringing in multiple perspectives. The main highlight of the show has to be the talented cast, who are able to make their characters believable and relatable.
Where to watch: The Innocent, containing eight episodes, can be streamed on Netflix.
7) American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders (2024)
The conspiracy angle of The Madness definitely adds to its appeal. More of the same can be seen in American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders, which delves deep into the mysterious death of Danny Casolaro, a freelance American writer. Casolaro was found dead in room 517 of the Sheraton Hotel in 1991. It was ruled as a suicide by the medical examiner.
However, the new docu-series suggests that his death was linked to his investigation into "The Octopus," a supposed conspiracy involving the American government and its covert operations. The four-episode documentary series tackles corruption, coverups, illegal surveillance and so much more.
American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders divulges eye-opening information and also prompts the viewer to question the credibility of what they have read or heard about the case in the past.
Where to watch: American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders is available on Netflix.
8) Presumed Innocent (2024)
The narrative of The Madness hinges on the compelling nature of its protagonist and Colman Domingo nailed it to a T. Presumed Innocent also boasts of a fascinating central character in the form of Rusty Sabich, portrayed by Jake Gyllenhaal. When Rusty gets accused of killing his prosecutor colleague, his life starts to spiral.
Like Muncie Daniels in The Madness, Rusty experiences a range of conflicting emotions as the investigation proceeds. Gyllenhaal deserves credit for carrying the narrative with his captivating performance. This is further complemented by a well-written screenplay that introduces surprising twists which the audience won't see coming.
This eight-episode legal thriller is the perfect watch for viewers who like to be challenged, because the suspense doesn't ease until the very end.
Where to watch: Presumed Innocent can be streamed on Apple TV+.
Like The Madness, these thrilling shows boast plenty of unexpected twists and turns that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats.
