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What Jennifer Did

"What Jennifer Did" is a 2024 Canadian true crime documentary film directed by Jenny Popplewell and released on Netflix.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

"What Jennifer Did" is a 2024 Canadian true crime documentary film directed by Jenny Popplewell and released on Netflix. It examines the Jennifer Pan case, in which Pan was convicted in connection with a murder-for-hire plot against her parents in Markham, Ontario. The documentary uses police interrogation footage and interviews to explore the events surrounding the 2010 attack.

Overview

"What Jennifer Did" is a feature-length true crime documentary about the Jennifer Pan case and the events surrounding the attack on her parents. It was produced for Netflix and released in April 2024.

Subject of the documentary

The film centres on Jennifer Pan, a Canadian woman whose case became widely known after the 2010 shooting of her parents in Markham, Ontario. The case involved a murder-for-hire plot and later criminal convictions.

Release and production

The documentary was directed by Jenny Popplewell and distributed by Netflix. It is described by Netflix and other coverage as a true crime film using interrogation footage and interviews.

Reception and public interest

The documentary renewed attention to the Jennifer Pan case, which had already been the subject of extensive news coverage and public discussion in Canada.

Key facts

  • "What Jennifer Did" is a Netflix documentary about Jennifer Pan and the case involving the killing of her mother and the attempted murder of her father.
  • The film was written and directed by Jenny Popplewell and released in 2024.
  • It focuses on a 2010 attack at the Pan family home in Markham, Ontario.
  • Jennifer Pan was convicted of first-degree murder and attempted murder and sentenced to life in prison with no parole for 25 years.
  • The documentary uses police interrogation footage and interviews with people connected to the case.
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Canadian context

The documentary is about a high-profile Canadian criminal case from Markham, Ontario, and was produced and released as a Canadian true crime film on Netflix.

Frequently asked questions

what is what jennifer did about
"What Jennifer Did" is about the Jennifer Pan case, specifically the 2010 attack on her parents in Markham, Ontario, and the criminal investigation that followed.
is what jennifer did a true story
Yes. It is a true crime documentary based on real events and the Jennifer Pan case.
what happened to jennifer pan
Jennifer Pan was convicted in connection with the killing of her mother and the attempted murder of her father and was sentenced to life in prison with no parole for 25 years.
what jennifer did netflix
"What Jennifer Did" is a Netflix true crime documentary film released on April 10, 2024.
who is jennifer pan
Jennifer Pan is a Canadian woman whose criminal case became widely known after the 2010 attack on her parents in Markham, Ontario.
what jennifer did documentary
It is a 2024 Canadian true crime documentary directed by Jenny Popplewell that examines the Jennifer Pan case.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/What_Jennifer_Did
    Supports: Basic film details: 2024 Canadian true crime documentary, directed by Jenny Popplewell, released on Netflix on April 10, 2024, and focused on the Jennifer Pan case.
  2. Netflixhttps://www.netflix.com/title/81586385
    Supports: Netflix description that the film follows Jennifer Pan after she calls 911 to report her parents were shot.
  3. Netflix Tudumhttps://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/what-jennifer-did-release-date-trailer-news
    Supports: Release date, documentary framing, and details about the case and production.
  4. CBC Newshttps://www.cbc.ca/news/entertainment/netflix-documentary-what-jennifer-did-1.7172534
    Supports: Canadian context, Markham, Ontario setting, and summary of the case and documentary.
  5. Timehttps://time.com/6965523/6965523/
    Supports: Background on Jennifer Pan, the 2010 attack, and later conviction/sentencing details.