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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...
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Season 1

  • Crime or Accident?
    7.4/10619 votes
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    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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  • Secrets and Lies
    7.4/10564 votes
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    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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  • A Striking Coincidence
    7.4/10540 votes
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    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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  • A Prosecution Trickery
    7.5/10507 votes
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    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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  • A Weak Case
    7.6/10500 votes
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    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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  • The Prosecution's Revenge
    7.5/10492 votes
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    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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  • The Blow Poke Returns
    7.6/10488 votes
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    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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  • The Verdict
    8.0/10508 votes
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    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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  • Reopening the Case
    7.5/10434 votes
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    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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  • The Last Chance
    7.7/10445 votes
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    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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  • Looking for Closure
    7.2/10414 votes
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    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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  • Between Anger and Despair
    7.3/10397 votes
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    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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  • Flawed Justice
    7.6/10410 votes
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    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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