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Citizen X

Citizen X

Citizen X is a 1995 American crime docudrama television film directed by Chris Gerolmo, originally broadcast on HBO. Based on the book "The Killer Department," the film details the decade-long forensic and bureaucratic investigation into Soviet serial killer Andrei Chikatilo. It stars Stephen Rea as...

7.8 Good

apps Top Citizen X Alternatives

The top alternative to Citizen X in 2026 is The Missiles of October with a score of 8.1/10, followed by Sybil (7.8) and Indictment: The McMartin Trial (7.7).

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The Missiles of October

The Missiles of October

The Missiles of October presents a dramatic portrayal of the thirteen days in October 1962 when the United States and So...

American Political TV Film
8.1 Great
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Sybil

Sybil

Sybil is a 1976 American made-for-television drama film directed by Daniel Petrie. It aired in two parts on the NBC netw...

American Medical TV Film
7.8 Good
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Indictment: The McMartin Trial

Indictment: The McMartin Trial

Indictment: The McMartin Trial is a 1995 HBO docudrama directed by Mick Jackson that chronicles the prolonged McMartin p...

American Legal TV Film
7.7 Good
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Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones

Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones

Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones is a 1980 television docudrama miniseries broadcast on CBS. The program chronicle...

American Crime TV Film
7.6 Good
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Helter Skelter

Helter Skelter

"Helter Skelter" is a 1976 CBS true-crime television film directed by Tom Gries, adapted from the book of the same name...

American Crime TV Film
7.4 Good
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The Burning Bed

The Burning Bed

The Burning Bed is a 1984 American docudrama television film directed by Robert Greenwald that aired on NBC. It stars Fa...

American Crime TV Film
7.4 Good
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Boomerang!

Boomerang!

Boomerang! is a 1947 semi-documentary film noir directed by Elia Kazan, based on a real 1924 Bridgeport murder case. The...

American Crime Film
7.3 Good
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Fort Apache, The Bronx

Fort Apache, The Bronx

Fort Apache, The Bronx is a 1981 American crime drama starring Paul Newman as an NYPD officer stationed in a troubled So...

American Crime Film
7.3 Good
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The Late Shift

The Late Shift

"The Late Shift" is a 1996 American made-for-television docudrama directed by Betty Thomas that aired on the HBO network...

American Media TV Film
7.3 Good
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On the Outs

On the Outs

On the Outs is a 2004 American dramatic film directed by Lori Silverbush and Michael Skolnik. It presents a gritty, fict...

American Crime Film
7.2 Good
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A Cry for Help: The Tracey Thurman Story

A Cry for Help: The Tracey Thurman Story

A Cry for Help: The Tracey Thurman Story is a 1989 NBC television film dramatizing the abuse suffered by Tracey Thurman...

American Crime TV Film
7.1 Good
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The Honeymoon Killers

The Honeymoon Killers

"The Honeymoon Killers" is a 1970 American crime film written and directed by Leonard Kastle. It is based on the true st...

American Crime Film
7.1 Good
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The Legend of Lizzie Borden

The Legend of Lizzie Borden

The Legend of Lizzie Borden is a 1975 American television film broadcast by ABC and starring Elizabeth Montgomery as Liz...

American Crime TV Film
7.1 Good
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Dirty Pictures

Dirty Pictures

Dirty Pictures is a 2000 Showtime television docudrama centered on Dennis Barrie, the director of Cincinnati's Contempor...

American Legal TV Film
7.0 Good
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Son-Rise: A Miracle of Love

Son-Rise: A Miracle of Love

"Son-Rise: A Miracle of Love" is a 1979 television docudrama that aired on NBC. The film is adapted from a book by Barry...

American Medical TV Film
7.0 Good
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The Street with No Name

The Street with No Name

The Street with No Name is a 1948 American crime film directed by William Keighley and presented in a semidocumentary fi...

American Crime Film
7.0 Good
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44 Minutes: The North Hollywood Shoot-Out

44 Minutes: The North Hollywood Shoot-Out

44 Minutes: The North Hollywood Shoot-Out is a 2003 American crime-action docudrama television film directed by Yves Sim...

American Crime TV Film
6.7 Fair
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Do You Know the Muffin Man?

Do You Know the Muffin Man?

Do You Know the Muffin Man? is a 1989 American television drama broadcast by CBS. The film centers on allegations of chi...

American Crime TV Film
6.4 Fair
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Out of the Darkness

Out of the Darkness

Out of the Darkness is a 1985 American television crime drama made for CBS. Martin Sheen portrays NYPD detective Ed Zigo...

American Crime TV Film
6.3 Fair
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The Big Heist

The Big Heist

"The Big Heist" is a 2001 made-for-television crime docudrama directed by Robert Markowitz for the A&E network. The film...

American Crime TV Film
6.1 Fair

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The Missiles of October
The Missiles of October
Docudrama American Political TV Film
8.1 Great +0.3 Compare
Sybil
Sybil
Docudrama American Medical TV Film
7.8 Good Same Compare
Indictment: The McMartin Trial
Indictment: The McMartin Trial
Docudrama American Legal TV Film
7.7 Good -0.1 Compare
Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones
Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones
Docudrama American Crime TV Film
7.6 Good -0.2 Compare
Helter Skelter
Helter Skelter
Docudrama American Crime TV Film
7.4 Good -0.4 Compare
The Burning Bed
The Burning Bed
Docudrama American Crime TV Film
7.4 Good -0.4 Compare
Boomerang!
Boomerang!
Docudrama American Crime Film
7.3 Good -0.5 Compare
Fort Apache, The Bronx
Fort Apache, The Bronx
Docudrama American Crime Film
7.3 Good -0.5 Compare
The Late Shift
The Late Shift
Docudrama American Media TV Film
7.3 Good -0.5 Compare
On the Outs
On the Outs
Docudrama American Crime Film
7.2 Good -0.6 Compare

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What are the best alternatives to Citizen X?
The top alternatives to Citizen X in 2026 include The Missiles of October, Sybil, Indictment: The McMartin Trial, Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones, Helter Skelter. Each offers unique features and is objectively scored on Lunoo to help you compare.
How does Citizen X compare to its competitors?
Our AI-powered comparison system analyzes features, pricing, user reviews, and expert opinions to provide objective scores. Citizen X scores 7.8/10. Click any alternative above to see a detailed side-by-side comparison.
Is Citizen X worth it in 2026?
Citizen X scores 7.8/10 in the Docudrama category. We recommend comparing it with the 20 alternatives listed above to find the best fit for your needs.
What is the best free alternative to Citizen X?
Several alternatives to Citizen X offer free plans or free tiers. Check the alternatives listed above and visit their websites to compare pricing and free options.
Why should I switch from Citizen X?
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How many alternatives to Citizen X are there?
Lunoo currently lists 20 scored alternatives to Citizen X in the Docudrama category, ranked by our AI-powered evaluation system.
Which Citizen X alternative has the highest rating?
The Missiles of October currently holds the highest rating among Citizen X alternatives with a score of 8.1/10.
Can I use The Missiles of October instead of Citizen X?
The Missiles of October is one of the top-rated alternatives to Citizen X. While they serve similar purposes in the Docudrama space, each has distinct strengths. Use our comparison tool above for a detailed side-by-side analysis.
What is the cheapest alternative to Citizen X?
Pricing varies among Citizen X alternatives. We recommend checking each alternative's website for current pricing. Many options in the Docudrama category offer free tiers or competitive pricing.
How are Citizen X alternatives ranked on Lunoo?
Lunoo uses an AI-powered scoring system that analyzes category fit, feature coverage, pricing signals, public reception, recency, and value to provide 0 to 10 scores. Rankings are updated continuously.
Citizen X vs The Missiles of October: which is better?
Citizen X scores 7.8/10 while The Missiles of October scores 8.1/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Citizen X vs Sybil: which is better?
Citizen X scores 7.8/10 while Sybil scores 7.8/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Citizen X vs Indictment: The McMartin Trial: which is better?
Citizen X scores 7.8/10 while Indictment: The McMartin Trial scores 7.7/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.

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