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The Staircase
2004 - 2018 7.5 (170 votes) 1 Seasons
Official Website
Genres
Documentary Crime
Networks
SundanceTV
Canal+
Netflix
Created By
Jean-Xavier de Lestrade

The Staircase (Soupçons)

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.

Key Crew

Director: Jean-Xavier de Lestrade

Writer: Jean-Xavier de Lestrade

Producer: Jean-Xavier de Lestrade

Top Cast

Michael Peterson
Michael Peterson

Self

Ron Guerette
Ron Guerette

Self

Tom Maher
Tom Maher

Self

David Rudolf
David Rudolf

Self

Bill Peterson
Bill Peterson

Self

Seasons

Season 1 poster
Season 1 (2004)

No overview available.

13 episodes

Episodes
Episode 1: Crime or Accident?
2004-10-07

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

Runtime: 49 min
Episode 2: Secrets and Lies
2004-10-07

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

Runtime: 49 min
Episode 3: A Striking Coincidence
2004-10-14

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.

Runtime: 49 min
Episode 4: A Prosecution Trickery
2004-10-14

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

Runtime: 49 min
Episode 5: A Weak Case
2004-10-21

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

Runtime: 49 min
Episode 6: The Prosecution's Revenge
2004-10-21

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

Runtime: 49 min
Episode 7: The Blow Poke Returns
2004-10-28

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

Runtime: 49 min
Episode 8: The Verdict
2004-10-28

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

Runtime: 49 min
Episode 9: Reopening the Case
2013-01-30

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.

Runtime: 49 min
Episode 10: The Last Chance
2013-01-30

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

Runtime: 49 min
Episode 11: Looking for Closure
2018-06-08

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.

Runtime: 49 min
Episode 12: Between Anger and Despair
2018-06-08

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

Runtime: 49 min
Episode 13: Flawed Justice
2018-06-08

Michael speaks to a reporter about the reasons behind his plea. Later, Kathleen's sister delivers a statement of defiance in court.

Runtime: 49 min

Videos

The Staircase | Official Trailer [HD] | Netflix

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