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Making a Murderer

2015TV-142 seasons7.9 / 10

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.

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Synopsis

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.

Season 1 episodes

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Episode 1

Eighteen Years Lost

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

Episode 2

Turning the Tables

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

Episode 3

Plight of the Accused

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

Episode 4

Indefensible

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

Episode 5

The Last Person to See Teresa Alive

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.

Episode 6

Testing the Evidence

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

Episode 7

Framing Defense

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

Episode 8

The Great Burden

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

Episode 9

Lack of Humility

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?

Episode 10

Fighting for their Lives

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

Episode information updated Jul 22, 2026

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