However, what has captivated fans the most is that it's inspired by actual events, as disclaimed at the end of the show's credits. Though the series maintains that it is still "a work of fiction," the storyline features many parallels to "fandom" culture, particularly Beyonc and her fanbase (known as the Beyhive).

While Swarm was not based on a real-life serial killer or case, there is no shortage of new series that tell real-case stories.