Mob War: Philadelphia vs. the Mafia sets October release date on TV, exploring the bloody mob battles that shook the city in the 1990s.
A new Netflix true-crime documentary series is set to revisit one of the bloodiest chapters in Philadelphia’s history. Mob War: Philadelphia vs. the Mafia will premiere on October 22, 2025, diving into the violent power struggle that consumed the city in the 1990s.
The limited series, consisting of three 45-minute episodes, is produced by RAW, the company known for delivering gripping and cinematic non-fiction storytelling. The project is led by executive producers Tom Sheahan, Dimitri Doganis, and Jon Liebman, with Raissa Botterman serving as director.
Set against the backdrop of Philadelphia — a city famously nicknamed the “City of Brotherly Love” — the docuseries uncovers the reality of a city torn apart by ruthless mob wars. In the 1990s, two powerful factions fought for dominance, leaving behind a trail of bloodshed and chaos.
Described as intense, gritty, and unflinching, the series aims to capture not only the violence but also the atmosphere of fear and mistrust that defined the city during this turbulent era. Through its storytelling, Mob War: Philadelphia vs. the Mafia promises to immerse viewers in a world where loyalty was fragile, betrayal was inevitable, and survival meant everything.
With its combination of real-life history and true-crime tension, the series adds a new layer to the popular fascination with organized crime. By zeroing in on Philadelphia’s mob scene, it highlights a chapter often overshadowed by tales from New York or Chicago, offering audiences a fresh and chilling perspective.
Mob War: Philadelphia vs. the Mafia premieres on Netflix on October 22, 2025.
