Making a Murderer

Filmed over a 10-year period, Steven Avery, a DNA exoneree who, while in the midst of exposing corruption in local law enforcement, finds himself the prime suspect in a grisly new crime.

11 Votes (7.8)

2015 HD 77min TV-14 United States English Ended
Crime Documentary
revenge prison corruption trial dirty cop wisconsin murderer criminal justice wrecking yard

Credits:

Moira Demos

director

Kathleen Zellner

Self

S1E1 - Eighteen Years Lost 2015-12-18

When Steven Avery is freed from a wrongful conviction, his search for justice raises questions about the authorities who put him behind bars.

S1E2 - Turning the Tables 2015-12-18

As Steven starts creating a new life for himself, he pursues a lawsuit against Manitowoc County law enforcement officials for corruption in his case.

S1E3 - Plight of the Accused 2015-12-18

Steven is back in jail, charged with murder, but there are troubling questions about how he was arrested and why.

S1E4 - Indefensible 2015-12-18

An unexpected confession casts doubt on Stevens role in the murder case, but the new suspect gives conflicting accounts of what occurred.

S1E5 - The Last Person to See Teresa Alive 2015-12-18

As Stevens trial begins, his attorneys argue that law enforcement officials framed him and were negligent in not pursuing other leads in the case.

S1E6 - Testing the Evidence 2015-12-18

Stevens attorneys cross-examine forensic experts about contaminated evidence and the absence of proof linking Steven to the crime.

S1E7 - Framing Defense 2015-12-18

As the murder trial continues, Stevens attorneys present their case that law enforcement officials planted evidence to frame him.

S1E8 - The Great Burden 2015-12-18

After two long days of closing arguments, the jury deliberates. Stevens fate hinges on whether the jury believes police misconduct may have occurred.

S1E9 - Lack of Humility 2015-12-18

Stevens trial is over, but a new one is just beginning. Will the jury find the suspects confession or his conflicting statements more believable?

S1E10 - Fighting for their Lives 2015-12-18

In the years after Steven and Brendans very public trials, the various members of the Avery family struggle to mend their broken lives.

S2E1 - Number 18 2018-10-19

Powerhouse lawyer Kathleen Zellner offers to take Stevens case. Brendans postconviction lawyers fight in federal court to try to get him released.

S2E2 - Words and Words Only 2018-10-19

Brendans lawyers work to prove his conviction was based on a coerced confession. Kathleen tests Steven in new ways and visits the alleged crime scene.