The true crime docu-series on Netflix have been tremendously successful and have generated significant interest among viewers, so it’s no surprise that “American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders” has experienced the same fate.
The new original production from the platform is based on real events and features a season of just four episodes, which follow the mysterious death of journalist Danny Casolaro, who was in the midst of an investigation.
The title not only showcases a wealth of archival material, used to construct the narrative, but also includes multiple interviews with reporter Christian Hansen and some reenactments, making it a hybrid project.
American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders is now the No. 3 series on Netflix
American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders is the new documentary on Netflix that has not only been captivating viewers worldwide but has now become the third most-watched series in the United States.
According to the metrics-focused website Flix Patrol, this recent and intriguing production has managed to surpass other popular titles on the platform (such as Formula 1: Drive to Survive) within just one day of its release.
The case of Danny Casolaro ‘s death is a mysterious event that has sparked speculation and conspiracy theories, and the series attempts to retrospectively examine all the facts, allowing viewers to draw their own conclusions.
Casolaro was an American investigative journalist working on a project he called “The Octopus”, focusing on investigating alleged conspiracies at the government and corporate levels.
He was found lifeless in his hotel room in Martinsburg, West Virginia, on August 10, 1991. Although local police officially classified his death as a suicide, not many believed in the verdict.
Some argue that Danny was on the brink of uncovering a corruption scheme involving prominent figures in government and industry, and his death might have been linked to his investigation.
The lack of clarity and the peculiar context of the case have fueled rumors and theories. Therefore, the streaming giant’s series serves as a special complement to learn more about the real events and the tragedy.