The Staircase

Season 1

13 episodes · Oct 7, 2004

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  • Crime or Accident?
    S1E1

    Crime or Accident?

    Oct 7, 200447m

    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
    S1E2

    Secrets and Lies

    Oct 7, 200445m

    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
    S1E3

    A Striking Coincidence

    Oct 14, 200446m

    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
    S1E4

    A Prosecution Trickery

    Oct 14, 200444m

    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
    S1E5

    A Weak Case

    Oct 21, 200447m

    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
    S1E6

    The Prosecution's Revenge

    Oct 21, 200447m

    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
    S1E7

    The Blow Poke Returns

    Oct 28, 200450m

    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
    S1E8

    The Verdict

    Oct 28, 200449m

    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
    S1E9

    Reopening the Case

    Jan 30, 201355m

    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
    S1E10

    The Last Chance

    Jan 30, 201352m

    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
    S1E11

    Looking for Closure

    Jun 8, 201852m

    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
    S1E12

    Between Anger and Despair

    Jun 8, 201846m

    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
    S1E13

    Flawed Justice

    Jun 8, 201846m

    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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