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First Aired: October 7th, 2004

Status: Ended

Network: Netflix

Summary: 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 2001, author Michael Peterson was arraigned for the murder of his wife Kathleen, whose body was discovered lying in a pool of blood on the stairway of their home. Granted unusual access to Peterson's lawyers, home and immediate family, de Lestrade's cameras capture the defense team as it considers its strategic options. The series is an engrossing look at contemporary American justice that features more twists than a legal bestseller.

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Season 1

Episode 1: Crime or Accident?

Air Date: October 7th, 2004

Summary: Following his wife's suspicious death, Michael Peterson speaks about his version of the events while lawyers and expert witnesses prepare for trial.

Episode 2: Secrets and Lies

Air Date: October 7th, 2004

Summary: As Michael's hidden life comes out into the open, defense experts debate if it will have a significant impact on the coming trial.

Episode 3: A Striking Coincidence

Air Date: October 14th, 2004

Summary: 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.

Episode 4: A Prosecution Trickery

Air Date: October 14th, 2004

Summary: As the trial looms and media attention heats up, an autopsy report's wording ruffles the feathers of the defense team.

Episode 5: A Weak Case

Air Date: October 21st, 2004

Summary: The prosecution presents its case while the defense strives to cast a reasonable doubt within the minds of the jury.

Episode 6: The Prosecution's Revenge

Air Date: October 21st, 2004

Summary: A witness brings surprising levity to the stand. The judge rules on an important matter, and Michael's alleged temper comes under scrutiny.

Episode 7: The Blow Poke Returns

Air Date: October 28th, 2004

Summary: Kathleen's sisters pore over Michael's writings. Jurors visit the staircase at Michael's home. A vital piece of evidence reappears.

Episode 8: The Verdict

Air Date: October 28th, 2004

Summary: Is Michael Peterson guilty or not guilty? The jury delivers its verdict regarding the mysterious death of his wife, Kathleen.

Episode 9: Reopening the Case

Air Date: January 30th, 2013

Summary: 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.

Episode 10: The Last Chance

Air Date: January 30th, 2013

Summary: After more experts testify about the questionable conclusions and claims of Duane Deaver, the judge rules on whether a new trial is necessary.

Episode 11: Looking for Closure

Air Date: June 8th, 2018

Summary: 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.

Episode 12: Between Anger and Despair

Air Date: June 8th, 2018

Summary: Their faith in the justice system forever shaken, Michael and his family discuss what they can hope to achieve by continuing the fight.

Episode 13: Flawed Justice

Air Date: June 8th, 2018

Summary: 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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