Lifetime Channel brings some of the most talked about crimes to screen in these Lifetime movies based on a true story. We go around doing our chores and daily activities and most of the time do not come across or face any criminal activity. But despite of this detachment with crime, murders, kidnappings, and frauds are committed daily around us.
True Crime Lifetime Movies
As part of the Ripped From the Headlines annual event, the true crime Lifetime movies not only help us be aware of the most devious of criminal activities, but also give a glimpse inside the psyche of the deranged individuals who killed the people nearest to them. Take a peek at this list of “Lifetime movies based on a true story” and tell us which adaptations you like the most.

Flint
Flint movie is the gripping retelling of a crisis that exposed the biggest environmental scandal of the time.
Blade Runner Killer
Oscar Pistorius – Blade Runner Killer movie on Lifetime takes you back in time and sheds light on what lead the couple to this end.
A Tale of Two Coreys
A Tale of two Coreys movie on Lifetime Channel gives an inside look into the rise and fall of Corey Feldman and Cory Ham in 80s Hollywood.
Cocaine Godmother
Cocaine Godmother movie on Lifetime follows Griselda from the age of 17, when she made her way to the U.S. and built one of the largest drug trade network.
Faith Under Fire
Faith Under Fire movie is based on a true story and the book Prepared for a Purpose: An Inspiring True Story of Faith, Courage and Compassion in Crisis.
I Killed My BFF
I Killed My BFF movie follows Lily and Rae as they discover friendship, but it soon turns sour as Lily suspects Rae is involved in her brother’s death.
Girl in the Bunker
Girl in the Bunker movie on Lifetime is the true story of Elizabeth Shoaf from the time she was abducted on the way to her home from the bus stop and spent days in captivity.
Conrad and Michelle
Conrad and Michelle movie on Lifetime brings to life the sad tale of two teenagers whose romance ended in tragic death of one and conviction of other.
The Girl in the Batch Tub
The Girl in the Bathtub Lifetime movie follows Julia Law, a young paralegal, found dead on her 27th birthday at her boyfriend’s apartment.
The Lover in the Attic
The Lover in the Attic movie follows Dolly Oesterreich as she plans and executes deception and betrayal that goes on for years.
The Regina Louise Story
The Regina Louise Story movie on Lifetime is based on the true story of African American girl Regina Loiuse who fought through a corrupt Foster Care system.
My Mom’s Letter From Heaven
My Mom’s Letter From Heaven movie follows a young girl as a hidden letter helps her rebuild the fractured relationship with her father.
Deadly Assistant
Deadly Assistant movie follows Amanda as tries to make sense of the recent tragedy and get to he bottom of the truth.
Escaping the NXIVM Cult
Escaping the NXIVM Cult movie on Lifetime follows a mother as she fights to get her daughter back from the clutches of the cult master and save her life.
The College Admissions Scandal
The College Admissions Scandal movie on Lifetime follows the story of over 50 wealthy and elite families that tried to cheat the college admissions system.
Was I Really Kidnapped
Was I Really Kidnapped movie on Lifetime follows Elle she finds it hard to convince the detectives that she was abducted and attacked.
Stolen By My Mother
Stolen By My Mother Lifetime movie is based on a true story about Kamiyah Mobley who was abducted as baby and found out the truth at 18.
Chris Watts – Confessions of a Killer
Christ Watts – Confession of a Killer Lifetime movie on Lifetime takes you inside the investigations and deceit of the true crime.
Poisoned Love
Poisoned Love – The Stacey Castor Story Lifetime movie follows Stacey Castor and looks at the events leading up to her becoming a suspect in multiple murders.
The Neighbor in the Window
The Neighbor in the Window LMN movie follows Karen and family as her life begins to unravel when she trusts a neighbor.
No One Would Tell
No One Would Tell Lifetime movie tells the story of young love and abuse, based on a true events that happened in the early 90s.
Death Saved My Life
Death Saved My Life movie on Lifetime Channel follows Jade as she plans the unthinkable to get out of the clutches of a monster.
The Long Island Serial Killer: A Mother’s Hunt For Justice
The Long Island Serial Killer movie follows Mari Gilbert in her search for the truth behind what happened to her daughter Shannan.
Girl in the Basement
Girl in the Basement movie on Lifetime Channel follows Sara as her normal, exciting, and happy life turns into a nightmare she can’t escape.
Circle of Deception
Circle of Deception movie on Lifetime Channel follows a small island community as it gets pulled into a murder investigation.
A House on Fire
A House on Fire movie on Lifetime Channel follows Deborah Green as her rocky professional and personal life drives her to unspeakable acts.

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