Will we, as a society, ever overcome our dark obsession with true crime? If Missing: Dead or Alive? is any indication, not anytime soon. Following the release of season 2, the Netflix docuseries quickly became the #7 most-watched show on the platform.
With 5.2 million views this week alone, it would have probably climbed even higher if it weren’t for the massive popularity of Stranger Things. Does that mean a third season is just around the corner? Here’s what we know so far.
Missing: Dead or Alive? Season 3 Release Date
At the time of writing, Netflix hasn’t officially renewed the series for more episodes. That doesn’t mean it won’t. The service may still wait to assess how season 2 performs.
With solid viewership numbers, it’s looking good. As long as people keep tuning in, Missing: Dead or Alive? season 3 could arrive in late 2026 or early 2027.
Missing: Dead or Alive? Cast
- Vicki Rains
- P. Smith
- Heidi Jackson
- Nina Mauldin
- Lorraine Garcia
- David Taylor
What Is Missing: Dead or Alive? About?
The true-crime docuseries revolves around the work of the missing persons unit of the Richland County Sheriff’s Department in Columbia, South Carolina.
Each episode focuses on a real missing-person investigation. Viewers follow the case from the moment someone vanishes as the police hunt for clues, interview witnesses, and canvass neighborhoods. All in an effort to bring closure to the families, when possible.
The most appealing thing about Missing: Dead or Alive? is that it doesn’t just present the facts. The show tries to immerse you in the investigation, showing the complexity of real-time police work.
In season 2, the show remains intense, with the core team of detectives returning. Cases involve a man with schizophrenia who disappears from his apartment complex and a woman who vanishes in the middle of the night. The procedural aspect makes the show feel more urgent, while the high stakes reflect the emotional toll the proceedings take on victims’ families and investigators.
As long as the show gets renewed, Missing: Dead or Alive? season 3 will likely follow the same pattern. The nature of the show translates to long-term potential, so we wouldn’t be surprised to see it run for years.
Are There Other Shows Like Missing: Dead or Alive?
If you like true crime, you might want to check out some of the other docuseries available on Netflix. Recent hits include Mob War: Philadelphia vs. The Mafia, Beauty and the Bester, Love Con Revenge, and Amy Bradley Is Missing.
