Netflix continues to be home to more jarring true-crime stories, as The Crash arrives on the platform in mid-May. The new documentary movie explores the high-profile Mackenzie Shirilla case, where the teen driver slammed her car into a building, killing her boyfriend and his friend. However, the investigation into the deaths of Dominic Russo and Davion Flanagan exposes the truth that it wasn’t just an accident.
The Crash (2026)DetailsDirectorGareth JohnsonExec ProducersRebecca North and Jonny TaylorStreaming platformNetflixRelease DateMay 15, 2026
Shirilla was seriously injured in a car accident and was initially considered a victim. Multiple documentaries were made on the incident that took place at Strongsville, Ohio, on July 31, 2022, and the subsequent trial of Shirilla. Here’s what we know about the upcoming documentary that will cover the Shirilla documentary.
The Crash Release Date and Time
A still from the true crime documentary The Crash | Credits: Netflix
The Crash will be released on Netflix on May 15, 2026. While there is no official release time, the platform usually drops new content at 12:00 a.m. P.T. The new documentary movie is expected to arrive at the same time, but it may vary from region to region. Here are the release times and dates in different regions.
Time ZoneRelease TimeCorrected DateUS Pacific (PDT)12:00 AMMay 15, 2026US Mountain (MDT)1:00 AMMay 15, 2026US Central (CDT)2:00 AMMay 15, 2026US Eastern (EDT)3:00 AMMay 15, 2026US Alaska (AKDT)11:00 PMMay 14, 2026US Hawaii (HST)9:00 PMMay 14, 2026United Kingdom (BST)8:00 AMMay 15, 2026Europe (CEST)9:00 AMMay 15, 2026Saudi Arabia (AST)10:00 AMMay 15, 2026UAE (GST)11:00 AMMay 15, 2026India (IST)12:30 PMMay 15, 2026Philippines (PHT)3:00 PMMay 15, 2026Singapore (SGT)3:00 PMMay 15, 2026Japan (JST)4:00 PMMay 15, 2026Australia (AEST)5:00 PMMay 15, 2026
The latest crime documentary on the Mackenzie Shirilla case comes from the production company Raw, owned by All3Media. Raw is also behind other Netflix documentaries like Don’t F**k With Cats and the Trainwreck franchise.
Gareth Johnson, who helmed The Puppet Master: Hunting The Ultimate Conman for Netflix, is directing this new docufilm. Rebecca North and Jonny Taylor of Raw serve as executive producers, while Angharad Scott serves as a producer.
The Shirilla case was earlier the subject of the Killer Cases series on A&E and Channel 4. It was also covered under Investigation Discovery’s Mean Girl Murders.
Who Appears in the True Crime Documentary?
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The central focus of the documentary will be on Mackenzie Shirilla and the two victims in the case, Dominic Russo and Davion Flanagan. The documentary will feature footage from their personal collection, CCTV visuals, and bodycam visuals from law enforcement. In the trailer, we saw that Shirilla and Russo’s friends make an appearance to share their perspectives on the story. Following the pattern of the other true crime documentaries, it will likely feature interviews of other people with knowledge of the incident, law enforcement, prosecution, and experts.
What Is The Crash About?
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The case started with a car traveling 100 miles per hour crashing into the side of a brick building. The teen behind the wheel, Mackenzie Shirilla, was seriously injured, while her boyfriend and his best friend died on the spot. They were returning from a high school graduation party when the crash (appearing to be a tragic accident at the time) occurred. However, it was soon revealed that things were not smooth between Shirilla and Dominic Russo.
A closer look at the case revealed that Shirilla intentionally crashed the car, turning it into a vehicular homicide. She faced a bench trial in 2023 and was convicted on 12 felony counts, including murder. She was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 15 years. Shirilla, whom a judge called “hell on wheels” during the verdict, is currently incarcerated at the Ohio Reformatory for Women.
The documentary will cover everything from the relationship between Shirilla and Russo to the events of the night in question. According to Tudum, a logline of the movie reads, “The documentary film examines the shifting narratives surrounding the night of the crash to pinpoint where a fatal mistake turns into cold-blooded murder.”
Is There a Trailer for The Crash?
A trailer for The Crash was released a couple of weeks ago, showing footage of the car crash and the rescue afterwards. It also featured footage of Mackenzie Shirilla and Dominic Russo’s personal moments and their high school graduation party. It also featured interview snippets from two of their friends. You can watch the trailer here:
Where to Watch The Crash?
A still from the true crime documentary The Crash | Credits: Netflix
The Crash premieres on Netflix on May 15, 2026. It is available with Standard with Ads ($8.99/month), Standard ($19.99/month), and Premium ($26.99/month) subscriptions of Netflix in the U.S.
Still have questions? Here are the answers to a few of them.
When is The Crash premiering?
The Crash will arrive on Netflix on May 15, 2026.
Is The Crash a true crime story?
Yes. The Crash is a true crime documentary covering the Mackenzie Shirilla case.
Who is Mackenzie Shirilla?
Mackenzie Shirilla is an Ohio girl who intentionally crashed her car into a building, killing her boyfriend and his best friend.
Where is Mackenzie Shirilla now?
As of 2026, she is incarcerated at the Ohio Reformatory for Women.
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