Best Episodes
Filmed over 10 years, this real-life thriller follows a DNA exoneree who, while exposing police corruption, becomes a suspect in a grisly new crime.
Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 04, 2023.
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When Steven Avery is freed from a wrongful conviction, his search for justice raises questions about the authorities who put him behind bars.
The episode was rated 7.70 from 2204 votes.
As Steven starts creating a new life for himself, he pursues a lawsuit against Manitowoc County law enforcement officials for corruption in his case.
The episode was rated 7.74 from 1800 votes.
Steven is back in jail, charged with murder, but there are troubling questions about how he was arrested and why.
The episode was rated 7.90 from 1580 votes.
Steven's trial is over, but a new one is just beginning. Will the jury find the suspect's confession or his conflicting statements more believable?
The episode was rated 7.94 from 1351 votes.
After two long days of closing arguments, the jury deliberates. Steven's fate hinges on whether the jury believes police misconduct may have occurred.
The episode was rated 7.98 from 1406 votes.
As the murder trial continues, Steven's attorneys present their case that law enforcement officials planted evidence to frame him.
The episode was rated 8.00 from 1436 votes.
Steven's attorneys cross-examine forensic experts about contaminated evidence and the absence of proof linking Steven to the crime.
The episode was rated 8.05 from 1476 votes.
As Steven's trial begins, his attorneys argue that law enforcement officials framed him and were negligent in not pursuing other leads in the case.
The episode was rated 8.17 from 1545 votes.
In the years after Steven and Brendan's very public trials, the various members of the Avery family struggle to mend their broken lives.
The episode was rated 8.17 from 1360 votes.
An unexpected confession casts doubt on Steven's role in the murder case, but the new suspect gives conflicting accounts of what occurred.
The episode was rated 8.21 from 1520 votes.
