Episodes: Series - The Staircase - 2022

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In 2001, crime novelist and aspiring local politician Michael Peterson gets accused of murdering his wife, Kathleen, after she was found dead in their house.

As Michael works on his case, he thinks about the possibility of sharing his tale in a documentary. Caitlin struggles after finding out the disturbing truth about her stepfather.

As the DA's office tries to solve the case, surprising new details emerge about Michael's past that threaten to derail the defense.

After an unexpected visit, an important discovery rocks the Peterson family. The outcome of the trial will determine Michael's fate.

In the wake of the ruling, the Petersons are having difficulty accepting the court's decision, and Michael finds comfort in an unexpected friendship.

In 2006, Sophie pursues a new clue regarding Kathleen's death. In 2017, Michael attempts to bargain his principles for his freedom

Following the discovery of a corpse bearing resemblant injuries to Kathleen's at the local morgue, Sophie persists in her investigation to unveil the truth behind Kathleen's death.

Seventy-three-year-old Michael must make a decision that will change his entire life. On the other hand, Martha and Margaret share long-buried secrets.