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Deep Dive: Predators (2025)

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Predators
Predators is a documentary film directed by David Osit that examines the reality television program To Catch a Predator, which aired on NBC from 2004 to 2007. The film features interviews with former decoys and host Chris Hansen, along with clips and unseen raw footage from the series. It also includes archival footage of public figures like Jimmy Kimmel, Oprah Winfrey, and Jon Stewart discussing the show's cultural impact. The film had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival on January 25, 2025, and was released theatrically on September 19, 2025. It received positive reviews, with 99% of critics on Rotten Tomatoes giving it a favorable rating. The documentary not only revisits the original series but also looks into copycat versions created by others, reflecting on the legacy of the show and its influence on true crime programming.

Why Watch

  • •See interviews with Chris Hansen and former decoys.
  • •Find out about the show's cultural impact from celebrities.
  • •Meet the fan community that inspired the documentary.

Did You Know

•To Catch a Predator aired on NBC from 2004 to 2007.
•The film premiered at Sundance on January 25, 2025.
•99% of 67 critics on Rotten Tomatoes rated the film positively.
•MTV Documentary Films acquired distribution rights in March 2025.
•The film has a Metacritic score of 85 out of 100 based on 17 critics.

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Reality TV analysisTrue crime enthusiastsFans of To Catch a Predator