Netflix has today, July 16, 2025, officially released its much-anticipated true-crime docuseries, Amy Bradley Is Missing, captivating global audiences with a haunting exploration of one of the most mysterious cruise ship disappearances in history.
The three-part documentary chronicles the 1998 disappearance of Amy Lynn Bradley, a 23-year-old American woman who vanished from the Royal Caribbean cruise ship Rhapsody of the Seas while vacationing with her family in the Caribbean. Her case, filled with strange sightings, unanswered questions, and alleged trafficking connections, has remained unsolved for over two decades, making it one of the most talked-about missing person cases worldwide.
Directed by award-winning documentarian Lisa Bryant, the series combines interviews with Bradley’s family, cruise ship staff, former FBI agents, and investigators who worked on the case. It also features never-before-seen photographs and recorded calls from people who claim to have sighted Bradley years after her disappearance.
The first episode revisits the hours before Bradley went missing, describing how she was last seen on her cabin balcony around 5:30 a.m. before vanishing without a trace. Subsequent episodes dive into alleged cover-ups, suspicious passenger behavior, and reported human trafficking links.
Amy’s story is not just a tragic tale of a young woman lost at sea—it highlights the loopholes in maritime laws governing international waters. Experts interviewed in the series argue that cruise ship jurisdictions remain murky, with limited accountability for security breaches or crimes on board.
The FBI initially suspected accidental drowning, but multiple witnesses claimed to have seen Amy alive after her disappearance. Over the years, alleged sightings were reported in Curaçao and other Caribbean islands, further fueling theories of abduction and forced prostitution.
The release of Amy Bradley Is Missing strengthens Netflix’s dominance in the true-crime genre, following the success of documentaries like The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann and Don’t Fk with Cats**. Critics expect the series to trend globally, given its gripping storytelling and unresolved mystery.
True-crime enthusiasts are already sharing theories online, with hashtags #AmyBradleyIsMissing and #TrueCrimeNetflix trending across social media platforms within hours of the release.
Amy Bradley Is Missing is now streaming exclusively on Netflix in over 190 countries. Each episode runs for approximately 45 minutes, offering a deeply emotional yet investigative look into a case that continues to leave more questions than answers.
For families of missing persons worldwide, Amy Bradley’s story is a stark reminder of the need for stronger cruise ship safety protocols and better international cooperation on maritime crimes.