The Freeway Killer: Lost Murder Tapes May 2026

The documentary is currently available to stream on platforms like Discovery+ and HBO Max .

: The core of the documentary features excerpts from confession tapes recorded before Bonin's trial. Reviewers find his voice "calm and cheerful" as he describes horrific acts, which provides a disturbing look into his psychology. The Freeway Killer: Lost Murder Tapes

: A frequent complaint on sites like Letterboxd is that while the tapes are the main "hook," they only make up a small portion of the 1 hour and 28 minute runtime. The documentary is currently available to stream on

: It is praised as a comprehensive reference for the case, detailing names, dates, and locations that many true crime fans may not have previously known. The Freeway Killer: Lost Murder Tapes