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The Staircase - Season 1
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Title: The Staircase

Overview: 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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Average Vote: 7.531 (160 votes)

Cast

  • Self: Michael Peterson
  • Self: Ron Guerette
  • Self: Tom Maher
  • Self: David Rudolf
  • Self: Bill Peterson
  • The Staircase - Crime or Accident? (Season 1 - Episode 1)

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

    The Staircase - Secrets and Lies (Season 1 - Episode 2)

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

    The Staircase - A Striking Coincidence (Season 1 - Episode 3)

    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.

    The Staircase - A Prosecution Trickery (Season 1 - Episode 4)

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

    The Staircase - A Weak Case (Season 1 - Episode 5)

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

    The Staircase - The Prosecution's Revenge (Season 1 - Episode 6)

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

    The Staircase - The Blow Poke Returns (Season 1 - Episode 7)

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

    The Staircase - The Verdict (Season 1 - Episode 8)

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

    The Staircase - Reopening the Case (Season 1 - Episode 9)

    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.

    The Staircase - The Last Chance (Season 1 - Episode 10)

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

    The Staircase - Looking for Closure (Season 1 - Episode 11)

    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.

    The Staircase - Between Anger and Despair (Season 1 - Episode 12)

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

    The Staircase - Flawed Justice (Season 1 - Episode 13)

    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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