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1.
American Justice (1992– )
Episode:
Blood on the Staircase
(2005)
TV-PG | Documentary, Crime, History
Author and columnist Michael Peterson is accused of murdering his wife Kathleen at their home in Durham, NC. American Justice looks at the investigation that reveals another woman in his ... See full summary »
Stars: Caitlin Atwater, Freda Black, Margaret Blair, Duane Deaver
Votes: 13
2. American Justice (1992– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary, Crime, History
Bill Kurtis hosts this documentary series that profiles criminal cases involving high profile murders, serial killers, and organized crime. Each episode culminating with the justice dispensed by the American legal system in each case.
Stars: Bill Kurtis, Dennis Haysbert, Johnnie L. Cochran Jr., Sonny Vellozzi
Votes: 845
3. Power, Privilege & Justice (2002– )
Documentary, Crime
Crimes relating to the wealthy and privileged members of society.
Stars: Dominick Dunne, Len Cariou, J.H. Kurtz, Linda Deutsch
Votes: 200
4.
The Staircase (2004–2018)
Episode:
The Verdict
(2004)
TV-14 | 51 min | Documentary, Crime, Drama
Michael Peterson's fate hangs in the balance as the jury delivers the final verdict. Will justice be served?
Director: Jean-Xavier de Lestrade | Stars: Mary Allen, Caitlin Atwater, Freda Black, Bettye Blackwell
Votes: 492
5. NC Wanted (2007– )
30 min | Crime, Drama
Stars: Gerald Owens, Thomas Upchurch, Jason Caselli, Leah Marie Parker
Votes: 14
6.
Power, Privilege & Justice (2002– )
Episode:
Murder, He Wrote
(2004)
Documentary, Crime
The sensational Michael Peterson case which has spawned a controversial documentary 'The Staircase" a.k.a. "Death on the Staircase", and TV movie "The Staircase Murder" is recounted. ... See full summary »
Stars: Mary Allen, Cheryl Appel-Schumacher, Caitlin Atwater, Amybeth Berner
Votes: 10
7. The Staircase (2004–2018)
TV-MA | 629 min | Documentary, Crime, Drama
The high-profile murder trial of American novelist Michael Peterson following the death of his wife Kathleen Peterson in 2001.
Stars: Michael Peterson, David Rudolf, Ron Guerette, Martha Ratliff
Votes: 27,189
8.
The Staircase (2004–2018)
Episode:
The Last Chance
(2013)
TV-MA | Documentary, Crime, Drama
The testimony of one of the key witnesses in Peterson's trial, forensic investigator Duane Deaver, has come into question. And as a result, in December of 2011, Peterson is released on parole. But he is by no means a free man. There are very important choices to make-and more twists in the Peterson saga to come.
Director: Jean-Xavier de Lestrade | Stars: Caitlin Atwater, Bradley Bannon, Susie Barker, Freda Black
Votes: 430
9.
The Staircase (2004–2018)
Episode:
A Weak Case
(2004)
TV-14 | 48 min | Documentary, Crime, Drama
The prosecution presents its case that Michael Peterson murdered his wife. The defense questions the validity of the forensic testimony presented.
Director: Jean-Xavier de Lestrade | Stars: Mary Allen, Caitlin Atwater, Freda Black, Bettye Blackwell
Votes: 483
10.
The Staircase (2004–2018)
Episode:
The Blowpoke Returns
(2004)
TV-14 | 49 min | Documentary, Crime, Drama
In another shocking twist to this murder trial, a new discovery comes to the attention of the defense. Has the murder weapon finally been found?
Director: Jean-Xavier de Lestrade | Stars: Faris Bandak, Freda Black, Bettye Blackwell, Lori Campbell
Votes: 470
11.
The Staircase (2004–2018)
Episode:
A Prosecution Trickery
(2004)
TV-14 | 45 min | Documentary, Crime, Drama
On the eve of the trial, a damning report in the press threatens Peterson's defense, who believe the prosecution is unfairly trying their case in the media.
Director: Jean-Xavier de Lestrade | Stars: Caitlin Atwater, Freda Black, Bettye Blackwell, Lori Campbell
Votes: 490
12.
The Staircase (2004–2018)
Episode:
The Prosecution's Revenge
(2004)
TV-14 | 48 min | Documentary, Crime, Drama
A reluctant witness with shadowy ties to Peterson rivets the attention of the courtroom. How will his testimony sway the jury?
Director: Jean-Xavier de Lestrade | Stars: Cheryl Appel-Schumacher, Caitlin Atwater, Amybeth Berner, Freda Black
Votes: 476
13.
The Staircase (2004–2018)
Episode:
Reopening the Case
(2013)
TV-MA | Documentary, Crime, Drama
Flashforward to 2011. It has been eight years since Peterson was incarcerated in prison. His family and his lawyers have never given up hope for an appeal, but the North Carolina Court of Appeal and Supreme Court have denied him the right to a new trial. As this chapter recalls the details of the case, a dramatic twist throws doubt on his conviction, and we visit a tired and emaciated Peterson in... See full summary »
Director: Jean-Xavier de Lestrade | Stars: Tom Bevel, Freda Black, Sophie Brunet, Tracey Cline
Votes: 421
14. The Staircase II: The Last Chance (2013)
Not Rated | 130 min | Documentary, Crime, Drama
Explosive developments - implicating both the forensics laboratory of the police department of North Carolina, and Duane Deaver, its chief - recently saw the convicted subject of 'The ... See full summary »
Director: Jean-Xavier de Lestrade | Stars: Caitlin Atwater, Bradley Bannon, Freda Black, Lori Campbell
Votes: 2,369
15.
The Staircase (2004–2018)
Episode:
Crime or Accident?
(2004)
TV-14 | 47 min | Documentary, Crime, Drama
Michael Peterson relates his version of the fatal events of Dec. 9, 2001. Oscar winning filmmaker Jean-Xavier de Lestrade chronicles the sensational murder trial, granted unusual access to Peterson's lawyers and his immediate family.
Director: Jean-Xavier de Lestrade | Stars: Michael Peterson, David Rudolf, Mary Allen, Caitlin Atwater
Votes: 600
16.
The Staircase (2004–2018)
Episode:
Secrets and Lies
(2004)
TV-14 | 46 min | Documentary, Crime, Drama
Michael Peterson's hidden sex life comes shockingly out in the open. Was his loving relationship with his wife authentic or a complete fraud?
Director: Jean-Xavier de Lestrade | Stars: Caitlin Atwater, Faris Bandak, Freda Black, Josh Carton
Votes: 545
17.
The Staircase (2004–2018)
Episode:
A Striking Coincidence
(2004)
TV-14 | 47 min | Documentary, Crime, Drama
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.
Director: Jean-Xavier de Lestrade | Stars: Billie Allen, Margie Fargo, Regina Green, Ron Guerette
Votes: 523
18.
Dateline NBC (1992– )
Episode:
Down the Back Staircase
(2017)
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary, News
Michael Peterson, who was granted a new trial after the 2003 conviction in the murder of his wife was overturned, discusses the case and his decision to enter an Alford plea.
Stars: Dennis Murphy, Michael Peterson, Kathleen Peterson, Margaret Ratliff
Votes: 28
19. Dateline NBC (1992– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary, News
Long-running news-magazine/investigation series.
Stars: Lester Holt, Keith Morrison, Andrea Canning, Josh Mankiewicz
Votes: 3,415
20.
The Staircase (2004–2018)
Episode:
Looking For Closure
(2018)
TV-MA | Documentary, Crime, Drama
Should Peterson undergo a second trial (and risk another conviction) or plead guilty? He says he totally rejects the word "guilty," but saying it in a courtroom could be the only way to close the case and ensure his freedom. Peterson's family discusses their relief at his parole, but also their fears at what lies ahead.
Director: Jean-Xavier de Lestrade | Stars: Mary Jude Darrow, Jim Dornfried, Jim Hendrix, Orlando Hudson
Votes: 399
21. Mugshots (2000– )
Not Rated | 45 min | Documentary, Crime, Mystery
In depth analysis of some of the most notorious criminals.
Stars: Arthur J. Nascarella, Dominick Dunne, Janet Reno, Wayne Williams
Votes: 36
22. Death on the Staircase: The Aftermath (2005 TV Movie)
40 min | Documentary
Reactions to the verdict of the Michael Peterson murder trial from the District Attorney, the defense team, and the filmmaker who documented the proceedings.
Director: Nick Copus | Stars: Caitlin Atwater, Freda Black, Bettye Blackwell, Lori Campbell
Votes: 127
23.
Dateline NBC (1992– )
Episode:
Reversal of Fortune
(2013)
TV-PG | Documentary, News
Michael Peterson was convicted of murdering his wife Kathleen in 2003 who was found in a pool of blood at the bottom of the stairs. But it turns out that the SBI blood analyst lied about ... See full summary »
Stars: Caitlin Atwater, Freda Black, Arthur Holland, Lester Holt
Votes: 8
24. Good Morning America (1975– )
TV-G | 120 min | News, Talk-Show
They present the news and information source of the day's topics and journalism.
Stars: Lara Spencer, Ginger Zee, Robin Roberts, George Stephanopoulos
Votes: 2,023
25. WRAL Murder Trials (2003– )
Documentary
Stars: Howard Cummings, Donald Stephens, Paul Gessner, Becky Holt
27. Wrongful Conviction: Junk Science (2020 Podcast Series)
Documentary, Crime
Wrongful Conviction: Junk Science is a true crime podcast that takes at hard look at the pseudo-sciences like arson, bite-mark identification, blood spatter, and ballistics that are ... See full summary »
Stars: Josh Dubin, David Rudolf, Bill Osinski, Pamela Colloff
28. Die-Alogue: A True Crime Conversation (2019 Podcast Series)
Documentary, Crime
Die-Alogue: A True Crime Conversation is a true crime podcast that features interviews with fascinating people connected to true crime and criminal justice in unique ways. The program is ... See full summary »
Stars: Rebekah Sebastian, Tori Telfer, Meghan Sacks, Terra Newell
29. Abuse of Power (2020 Podcast Series)
Documentary, Crime
Abuse of Power is a true crime podcast that identifies and discusses the various ways in which law enforcement and the justice system have victimized the very people they are supposed to ... See full summary »
Stars: David Rudolf, Sonya Pfeiffer
30. Abuse of Power: State of Florida vs. Krishna Maharaj (2021 Podcast Series)
Crime
31.
WRAL Murder Trials (2003– )
Episode:
Michael Peterson Case: Complete Interview: David Crabtree Speaks with David Rudolf, Allyson Luchak
(2018)
Documentary
The Wednesday night discussion was moderated by WRAL News anchor David Crabtree, who sat down with Mike Peterson's attorney, David Rudolf, and "The Staircase" producer Allyson Luchak at the historic Carolina Theatre.
Stars: David Crabtree, Allyson Luchak, David Rudolf
32.
WRAL Murder Trials (2003– )
Episode:
Michael Peterson Case: Inside the Staircase Shows Interest in Mike Peterson Trial Remains Strong After 17 Years
(2018)
Documentary
David Crabtree interviews David Rudolf.
Stars: David Crabtree, David Rudolf
33.
Cemetery Ridge Films (2019– )
Episode:
We Came Up Sycamore: Locations from The Staircase
(2019)
Documentary
A trip to Durham to visit some of the locations from the documentary series The Staircase. Michael Peterson's lawyer David Rudolf and Larry Pollard, the man who made the "Owl Theory" popular, appear.
Director: Adam Zeitz | Stars: Larry Pollard, David Rudolf
34.
Die-Alogue: A True Crime Conversation (2019– )
David Rudolf & Sonya Pfeiffer: Abuse of Power Podcast
(2020 Podcast Episode)
Documentary, Crime
Stars: Rebekah Sebastian, Sonya Pfeiffer, David Rudolf
35.
Die-Alogue: A True Crime Conversation (2019– )
David Rudolf & Sonya Pfeiffer: Derek Chauvin Sentencing & Defunding the Police
(2021 Podcast Episode)
Documentary, Crime
Stars: Rebekah Sebastian, Sonya Pfeiffer, David Rudolf
36.
Abuse of Power (2020– )
The People vs. The System
(2020 Podcast Episode)
Documentary, Crime
Stars: David Rudolf, Sonya Pfeiffer
37.
Abuse of Power (2020– )
State of North Carolina vs. Timothy Bridges
(2020 Podcast Episode)
Documentary, Crime
Stars: David Rudolf, Sonya Pfeiffer
38.
Abuse of Power (2020– )
State of Indiana vs. Kristine Bunch
(2020 Podcast Episode)
Documentary, Crime
Stars: David Rudolf, Sonya Pfeiffer
39.
Abuse of Power (2020– )
State of Tennessee vs. Sedley Alley
(2020 Podcast Episode)
Documentary, Crime
Stars: David Rudolf, Sonya Pfeiffer
40.
Abuse of Power (2020– )
State of Michigan vs. Efren Paredes Jr.
(2020 Podcast Episode)
Documentary, Crime
Stars: David Rudolf, Sonya Pfeiffer
41.
Abuse of Power (2020– )
State of California vs. Kimberly Long
(2020 Podcast Episode)
Documentary, Crime
Stars: David Rudolf, Sonya Pfeiffer
42.
Abuse of Power (2020– )
State of California vs. Quintin Morris
(2020 Podcast Episode)
Documentary, Crime
Stars: David Rudolf, Sonya Pfeiffer
43.
Abuse of Power (2020– )
State of Oklahoma vs. Karl Fontenot
(2020 Podcast Episode)
Documentary, Crime
Stars: David Rudolf, Sonya Pfeiffer
44.
Abuse of Power (2020– )
State of Oklahoma vs. Perry Lott
(2020 Podcast Episode)
Documentary, Crime
Stars: David Rudolf, Sonya Pfeiffer
45.
Abuse of Power (2020– )
State of Texas vs. Hannah Overton
(2020 Podcast Episode)
Documentary, Crime
Stars: David Rudolf, Sonya Pfeiffer
46.
Abuse of Power (2020– )
State of Florida vs. James Dailey
(2020 Podcast Episode)
Documentary, Crime
Stars: David Rudolf, Sonya Pfeiffer
47.
Wrongful Conviction: Junk Science (2020– )
Coerced Confession Evidence
(2020 Podcast Episode)
Documentary, Crime
Stars: Josh Dubin, David Rudolf
48.
Good Morning America (1975– )
Episode:
Episode dated 24 January 2022
(2022)
TV-G | News, Talk-Show
Nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner; authors Amy Weatherly and Jess Johnston ("I Will Be There"); attorney David Rudolf;
Stars: Robin Roberts, George Stephanopoulos, Michael Strahan, Lara Spencer
49.
Mugshots (2000– )
Episode:
NFL Hitman: Rae Carruth
Not Rated | Documentary, Crime, Mystery
On the night of November 16, 1999, Cherica Adams, the girlfriend of NFL star Rae Carruth, was shot four times in a drive-by a hitman.
Star: David Rudolf
50.
WRAL Murder Trials (2003– )
Episode:
Appeals Court Hears Dismissal of Peterson Murder Conviction
(2013)
Documentary
Stars: Lori Campbell, Michael Peterson, Patricia Peterson, David Rudolf