Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers release date, where to watch, and everything you need to know

Aileen Wuornos, one of the most well-known female serial killers in American history, is the subject of a new true-crime documentary Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers. Using both recent interviews with her acquaintances and old interviews, this movie takes a new approach to telling her story.

From her early years to the seven murders she committed in Florida between 1989 and 1990 and the legal proceedings that resulted in her execution in 2002, all are covered in the documentary. Liz Cole, Elizabeth Fischer, and Andy Berg are executive producers, and Emily Turner, who has helmed programs such as 24 Hours in Police Custody, is the director.

The film runs for 1 hour and 43 minutes and is a single feature, not a multi-part series. Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers is scheduled to be released on October 30, 2025, on Netflix. The documentary uses never-before-seen prison tapes of Wuornos and chats with her family, friends, cops, and reporters to show the full picture of her path.

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When and where to stream Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers

Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers will be exclusively available on Netflix starting October 30, 2025. The documentary will be available for streaming on computers, smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs because it is an original Netflix production. No further purchases or rentals are needed beyond a Netflix subscription.

The documentary, which is classified as true crime, can be found with ease in the Netflix app's search or New Releases sections.

Here is a table showing the release time in select time zones on October 30, 2025:

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All about Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers

Aileen killed 7 men (Image via Unsplash/ @ Ted Balmer)

The documentary has used actual audio and video from the era, such as the interviews of Wuornos herself when she was on death row. It does not use reenactments and relies on interviews and documents for a genuine examination of her case. Released late in 2025, it arrives at a time when true-crime tales tend to provoke discussion on abuse, justice, and the role of women in crime.

The official synopsis from Netflix states:

"Between 1989 and 1990, Aileen Wuornos murdered seven men across central Florida, a killing spree that ultimately landed her on death row. A rarity as a female serial killer, Wuornos claimed self-defense, alleging that her victims — whom she encountered while working as a s*x worker — had r*ped or attempted to r*pe her."

The synopsis continues,

"From a childhood marked by severe abuse and abandonment to her final revelations on death row, this documentary revisits her complex and tragic life, offering fresh insights into the forces that shaped one of America's most notorious criminals."

The film is in English with subtitles in several languages on Netflix. Rated TV-MA for mature content such as violence and language, it is appropriate for adults who are interested in history and psychology.

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Production details

The production of Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers involved teams from the UK and the U.S. gathering rare materials over two years. BBC Studios handled filming and editing, while NBC News provided archival clips from old news reports.

Netflix funded it as part of their 2025 documentary push. Director Emily Turner led research trips to Florida and Michigan sites for context.

The crew included historians and psychologists for accuracy checks. Budget details are not public, but it features high-quality audio restoration for the prison tapes. Filming wrapped in early 2025, with post-production adding subtitles and sound design.

This teamwork ensures a reliable source on Wuornos's case, drawing from court files and personal letters. The result is a polished film that respects facts while being engaging.

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Cast and key appearances in Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers

Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers (Image via Unsplash/ @ Oleg Brovchenko)

Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers uses real people and archives instead of actors. Main appearances include archival footage of Aileen Wuornos from her trials and jail. Journalist Michele Gillen, who covered the story for Dateline, shares on-camera insights from her 1990s reports. Family friend Dawn Botkins talks about Wuornos's later years.

Investigators like Volusia County Sheriff Donald Fleming recall the arrest. No scripted roles exist; it's all testimony-based. Tyria Moore does not appear, but her recorded calls are heard. This authentic style keeps the focus on truth, with voices from prosecutors and defense experts adding balance.

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