A true crime show highlighting the work of forensic anthropologists
About Skeleton Stories
Some true crime shows include a case here or there that involves a forensic anthropologist, but Skeleton Stories devotes an entire show to the work of these bone specialists, who provide an expert eye for medical examiners in cases where bodies are unidentified or exhumed, or bones are found long after murders occurred.
This show details specific techniques used to solve murders and other mysteries through episodes featuring one to two cases, which are described by several forensic anthropologists who worked on them. They demonstrate the science behind decomposition, the identification of a body or cause of death, or how forensic anthropologists look for trauma from a weapon, really getting into the weeds of forensic examination.
Like some of the other shows from the same era, Skeleton Stories omits or changes some names, even those of killers. Be prepared to learn a lot from this show, especially about bones and anatomy. It’s a great watch for forensics enthusiasts and science buffs.
The Show Elements
Seasons: 2 (2005-2007)
Where to stream: Peacock, Tubi, The Roku Channel, Amazon Prime Video
More shows like Skeleton Stories: The New Detectives, Secrets of the Morgue, Exhumed: Killer Revealed
See also this list of true crime shows
✘ Police interviews
✘ Trial clips
✓ Narration
✓ Re-creations
✓ Experts
✓ Victims’ families and friends
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