The Best Episodes of The Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst

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   9.3/10(1639 votes)

   #1 - Chapter 6: What the Hell Did I Do?

   S1:E63/15/2015

   Present day: Nearly a decade has passed since the filmmakers began investigating Robert Durst and his alleged crimes. They have spoken to more than 100 participants in Robert's story, including family, friends, police, lawyers, jurors and journalists in an attempt to get at the truth.

   Director:Andrew Jarecki

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   8.5/10(1182 votes)

   #2 - Chapter 4: The State of Texas vs. Robert Durst

   S1:E43/1/2015

   Two years after the dismembered body of Morris Black washed up on the shores of Galveston, TX, Robert Durst goes on trial with a formidable team of attorneys and a brilliant defense strategy.

   Director:Andrew Jarecki

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   8.5/10(1184 votes)

   #3 - Chapter 5: Family Values

   S1:E53/8/2015

   Present Day: In the 33 years since Kathie Durst disappeared, no progress has been made in finding out what happened to her, or finding her body. Without answers, her family and friends continue to hunt for the truth.

   Director:Andrew Jarecki

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   8.4/10(341 votes)

   #4 - Mostly the Truth

   S2:E55/19/2024

   Bob takes the stand to tell his version of events, but on cross-examination finds prosecutor Lewin better-prepared than he anticipated.

   Director:Andrew Jarecki

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   8.1/10(1349 votes)

   #5 - Chapter 1: A Body in the Bay

   S1:E12/8/2015

   A dismembered body discovered in Texas in 2001 is possibly connected to Durst. In 2012, Durst contacts director Andrew Jarecki about an interview.

   Director:Andrew Jarecki

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   8.0/10(1211 votes)

   #6 - Chapter 2: Poor Little Rich Boy

   S1:E22/15/2015

   Robert Durst discusses witnessing his mother's suicide when he was a child and his 1973 marriage to Kathleen McCormack, who disappeared in 1982.

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   8.0/10(1181 votes)

   #7 - Chapter 3: The Gangster's Daughter

   S1:E32/22/2015

   Nearly 20 years after his wife disappeared, Robert Durst makes headlines again when his longtime confidante Susan Berman--a potential witness in the disappearance of Kathie Durst--is murdered in LA.

   Director:Andrew Jarecki

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   7.8/10(421 votes)

   #8 - Why Are You Still Here?

   S2:E14/21/2024

   As new evidence is revealed, Robert Durst is arrested and charged with Susan Berman's murder. But who will support Bob in his time of need?

   Director:Andrew Jarecki

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   7.6/10(290 votes)

   #9 - It Takes a Village

   S2:E65/26/2024

   After Bob's death, Kathie's family files a lawsuit against his estate – forcing his friends and family to go on the record.

   Director:Andrew Jarecki

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    7.5/10(327 votes)

    #10 - Saving My Tears Until It's Official

    S2:E35/5/2024

    At trial, prosecutors revisit the 1982 disappearance of Bob's first wife Kathie and make the case that Susan helped Bob cover up the crime.

    Director:Andrew Jarecki

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    7.5/10(313 votes)

    #11 - The Unluckiest Man in the World

    S2:E45/12/2024

    Longtime Durst confidant Stewart Altman defends him on the stand, but when his wife Emily testifies, she reveals crucial new details.

    Director:Andrew Jarecki

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    7.4/10(372 votes)

    #12 - Friendships Die Hard

    S2:E24/28/2024

    From jail, Bob makes frequent calls to people who've helped him in the past, including a longtime friend who is keeping his own secret.

    Director:Andrew Jarecki

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