Super Scam Me

Super Scam Me (2026)



7.0 2026 64 min —

Director: Jeff Plunkett

Cast: Mariana van Zeller

Drawing on years spent covering fraud networks, Mariana van Zeller launches one of her most immersive investigations yet. In a real-world social experiment, she creates a fresh online dating identity and goes undercover as a romance scam target, working to uncover the tactics, technologies, and psychological mind games criminals use to manipulate and defraud victims.

More About This Film

Super Scam Me is a 2026 TV special that follows journalist Mariana van Zeller as she goes undercover to expose a massive criminal industry. In the production, van Zeller assumes the role of a romance scam target to investigate the operations behind a $1 billion fraud network.

The documentary special highlights the intricate methods used by cybercriminals to exploit victims emotionally and financially. By infiltrating these operations, the film aims to shed light on the scale and sophistication of modern digital scams.

Teaming up with a cyber hacker, van Zeller navigates the dark web and interacts directly with scammers to gather evidence. The project serves as both an investigative report and a cautionary tale about the vulnerabilities in online dating platforms.

  • The special features real-time interactions between Mariana van Zeller and active romance scammers.
  • A professional cyber hacker assists in the investigation to ensure safety and technical accuracy.
  • The production focuses on exposing a criminal enterprise valued at approximately $1 billion.
  • Mariana van Zeller is known for her previous work in investigative journalism regarding financial crimes.

Where to Watch

Availability information for Super Scam Me (2026) is currently limited as the release has not occurred yet.

  • Netflix – subscription / streaming availability pending announcement
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