When his wife Kathleen dies under suspicious circumstances, Michael Peterson, a crime novelist, is accused of killing her.
EPISODE 1
911
In 2001, author and aspiring local politician Michael Peterson is charged with murder after the suspicious death of his wife Kathleen.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Colin Firth
Toni Collette
Michael Stuhlbarg
Juliette Binoche
Dane DeHaan
Olivia DeJonge
Rosemarie DeWitt
Tim Guinee
Patrick Schwarzenegger
Sophie Turner
Vincent Vermignon