Should I Marry a Murderer?

What’s it about?

The three-part docuseries follows the disappearance of a cyclist in the Scottish Highlands, told through the perspective of the fiancée of one of the people involved, who came forward with a crucial tip to police three years after the case began.

The facts

• Directed by Josh Allot
• English language
• Runtime: Three episodes approximately 56 minutes each
• Linked to the killing of Tony Parsons

Why did it get this rating?

This series was self-rated by Netflix. You can find out more about self-rating by streaming providers here.

Offensive language

Offensive language is used throughout the docuseries including “f*ck,” “sh*t and “ass.”

Content that may disturb

The plot centres on the death of a cyclist and the disposal of his body. The series includes reenactments of the night of the crime, although the collision between the car and bicycle is not directly shown. Hunting imagery appears throughout, including scenes of a stag being processed after a hunt. Animal bones and hanging carcasses are also shown.

Caroline, who works as a pathologist, briefly discusses her role working in a morgue. During the police investigation, there is an ongoing sense of threat and tension in her interactions with her fiancé and his brother. Caroline also describes the fear she and her family experienced during this period.

Drug references

The docuseries includes reenactments of drug use and heavy drinking. In one scene, white powder is shown on a surface, and cocaine is mentioned in the series. Archived Snapchat videos show Caroline drinking directly from bottles, including spirits, and audio recordings from the time include the sound of sniffing indicating drug use. Caroline also speaks openly about her reliance on substances and throughout the series, she reflects critically on her partying lifestyle and portrays her behaviour and drug use in a negative light.

Mental health 

Caroline speaks openly about her mental health, including her reliance on drugs and alcohol, a previous toxic relationship, and the impact of her relationship with her fiancé. In the series, Caroline reflects on the progress she has made, including seeking professional support and working to improve her mental health.

When content stays with you:

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• 1737
• Safe to talk
• Lifeline
• Youthline

Further information

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