8.0/10515 votesLoading...#1 - The Verdict
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 10/28/2004
Is Michael Peterson guilty or not guilty? The jury delivers its verdict regarding the mysterious death of his wife, Kathleen.
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7.7/10451 votesLoading...#2 - The Last Chance
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 1/30/2013
After more experts testify about the questionable conclusions and claims of Duane Deaver, the judge rules on whether a new trial is necessary.
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7.6/10507 votesLoading...#3 - A Weak Case
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 10/21/2004
The prosecution presents its case while the defense strives to cast a reasonable doubt within the minds of the jury.
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7.6/10495 votesLoading...#4 - The Blow Poke Returns
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 10/28/2004
Kathleen's sisters pore over Michael's writings. Jurors visit the staircase at Michael's home. A vital piece of evidence reappears.
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7.6/10415 votesLoading...#5 - Flawed Justice
Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 6/8/2018
Michael speaks to a reporter about the reasons behind his plea. Later, Kathleen's sister delivers a statement of defiance in court.
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7.5/10514 votesLoading...#6 - A Prosecution Trickery
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 10/14/2004
As the trial looms and media attention heats up, an autopsy report's wording ruffles the feathers of the defense team.
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7.5/10499 votesLoading...#7 - The Prosecution's Revenge
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 10/21/2004
A witness brings surprising levity to the stand. The judge rules on an important matter, and Michael's alleged temper comes under scrutiny.
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7.5/10440 votesLoading...#8 - Reopening the Case
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 1/30/2013
Eight years later, the possibility that a key witness for the prosecution may have misled the jury could prompt the need for a new trial.
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7.4/10627 votesLoading...#9 - Crime or Accident?
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 10/7/2004
Following his wife's suspicious death, Michael Peterson speaks about his version of the events while lawyers and expert witnesses prepare for trial.
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7.4/10572 votesLoading...#10 - Secrets and Lies
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 10/7/2004
As Michael's hidden life comes out into the open, defense experts debate if it will have a significant impact on the coming trial.
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7.4/10548 votesLoading...#11 - A Striking Coincidence
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 10/14/2004
The death of another woman close to Peterson from 17 years earlier sparks a new investigation. She also died on a staircase, casting major doubts over the defense case.
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7.3/10402 votesLoading...#12 - Between Anger and Despair
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 6/8/2018
Their faith in the justice system forever shaken, Michael and his family discuss what they can hope to achieve by continuing the fight.
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7.2/10419 votesLoading...#13 - Looking for Closure
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 6/8/2018
Following two and a half years of house arrest, Michael must decide whether to push for a plea or risk his freedom with a new trial.
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The Best Episodes of The Staircase
Every episode of The Staircase ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Staircase!
Academy Award-winning documentary filmmaker, Jean-Xavier de Lestrade, presents a gripping courtroom thriller, offering a rare and revealing inside look at a high-profile murder trial. In...
Genres:DocumentaryCrime
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Best Episodes Summary
"The Verdict" is the best rated episode of "The Staircase". It scored 8/10 based on 515 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 10/28/2004. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Last Chance".
