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When his wife Kathleen dies under suspicious circumstances, Michael Peterson, a crime novelist, is accused of killing her.

Crime · 2022 · 1 hr 6 min

Starring Colin Firth , Toni Collette , Michael Stuhlbarg

Director Antonio Campos , Leigh Janiak

EPISODE 1

911

In 2001, author and aspiring local politician Michael Peterson is charged with murder after the suspicious death of his wife Kathleen.

44 min · 5 May 2022
EPISODE 2

Chiroptera

While working on his defence, Michael considers an opportunity to tell his story in a documentary; after learning shocking information about her stepfather, Caitlin wrestles with doubts.

44 min · 5 May 2022
EPISODE 3

The Great Dissembler

As the DA's office attempts to solidify their case, shocking new details surface about Michael's past that threaten to derail the defence.

44 min · 5 May 2022
EPISODE 4

Common Sense

After an unexpected homecoming, a critical discovery rocks the Peterson household; Michael's fate hangs in the balance as the trial ends.

44 min · 12 May 2022
EPISODE 5

The Beating Heart

It's 2004, and in the aftermath of the verdict, Michael and his family struggle with the court's decision.

44 min · 19 May 2022
EPISODE 6

Red In Tooth Claw

In 2006, Sophie pursues a far-fetched new theory about Kathleen's death; in 2017, Michael grapples with compromising his principles in exchange for his freedom.

44 min · 26 May 2022