Did you know that in an average person's lifetime, they walk past a murderer 36 times? Serial killers can disguise themselves publicly to come off as "normal." They are seen as complete monsters characterized by crazy and compulsive behavior. Oftentimes, this is not true. Some of the world's most infamous serial killers are people who were known as respected individuals in their community, and sometimes, they are even charming. But our perception of a serial killer is often skewed by the media. Most serial killers are glamorized for the sake of popular culture. The media falsely advertises the true nature of serial killers for the sake of clicks and likes. One can't help but beg the question, "Isn't this harmful?" Popular culture's glorification of these heinous killers can be harmful to the collective subconscious. People can become obsessed with serial killers, similar to a celebrity crush. It can be harmful to put these killers in a light where their stories can be misconstrued. Most times, serial killer stories take away from the victims and focus on the killer itself. In reality, when stories about these killers are told, they should be told in ways that pay respect to the victims, which are often overlooked. Ultimately, the glorification of serial killers in popular culture not only distorts our understanding of these criminals but also detracts from the victims' stories, raising ethical concerns about the impact on society's subconscious and the misled fascination with these figures.