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Netflix's American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders ranked No. 3 in the US

Netflix has once again refreshed its catalog, and just one day ago, it premiered American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders, which has now established itself as the third most-watched series in the United States. Here, check out the details.

Netflix's American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders.
© IMDbNetflix's American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders.

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.

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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.

Netflix’s American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders. (Source: IMDb)

Netflix’s American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders. (Source: IMDb)

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.

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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.

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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.

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Ariadna is a versatile journalist who covers a broad spectrum of sports topics and creates evergreen content. Her career in journalism began in 2021 at Indie Emergente, a digital music magazine, where she honed her skills in writing and reporting. In 2023, she expanded her repertoire by contributing to Spoiler Latinoamerica, where she created general culture content, before joining Spoiler US in 2024 to write entertainment pieces. With over four years of experience across different media outlets, Ariadna brings a wealth of knowledge and an expanding influence to the field of journalism.

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