Inspired by a true story, this gripping true crime limited series follows Michael Peterson and his sprawling North Carolina family after the suspicious death of his wife Kathleen.
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 defense, 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 defense.
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
In the aftermath of the verdict in 2004, Michael and his family struggle with the court's decision; in France, Jean and his producer Denis butt heads over whose side of the story they are telling; Sophie strikes up an unlikely friendship.
EPISODE 6
Red in Tooth Claw
In 2006, Sophie pursues a far-fetched new theory about the night of 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
