What should I watch if I like true crime but get anxious?

If you like true crime but get anxious, aim for shows and docs that keep the investigation/puzzle-solving feel without leaning into graphic violence or especially disturbing cases.

Good options:

1. Scam and white-collar crime docs — these usually focus on schemes, investigations, and fallout rather than violent crime. For example, McMillions.
2. True-crime-parody or mockumentary-style comedies — they mimic the pacing and editing of true crime, but with a lighter, more playful tone. American Vandal is a fictional parody centered on school pranks.
3. Cozy mystery comedies — these are fictional, but they scratch the same whodunit itch while feeling more comforting. Only Murders in the Building is a fictional comedy-mystery series centered around true crime podcasters.

A good rule of thumb: choose titles that emphasize detectives, clues, and resolution over brutality, horror, or especially heavy serial-killer material. If you’re sensitive to specific triggers, it can help to check episode guides or trigger warnings first.