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200460 minEnded

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S01E13 - "Une justice imparfaite"

Aired on Jul 19, 2018, 8:40 PM

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The Staircase tells the compelling story of Michael Peterson, a crime novelist accused of killing his wife Kathleen after she is found dead at the bottom of a staircase in their home, and the 16 year judicial battle that followed.The series follows the entire case from the first few days after Kathleen's death to its unbelievable conclusion in court. Get unprecedented access to the defendant and his team of lawyers, investigators and forensics experts as they react to every surprise revelation and astonishing accusation. And see the controversial events through the eyes of the unusual family battling for their father's life. Will the jury believe Peterson's an innocent man or condemn him as a cold-blooded killer? Each staggering twist will keep you guessing right up to the final verdict.

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Status
Ended
Language
French
Runtime
60 min
Premiered
October 7, 2004
Ended
July 19, 2018
Schedule
Thursday at 12:00 AM

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Episodes (1 Season · 13 Episodes)

Crime ou accident?

Oct 7, 2004

60 min

Secrets et mensonges

Oct 7, 2004

60 min

Une coĂŻncidence troublante

Oct 14, 2004

60 min

Le procureur joue au plus malin

Oct 14, 2004

60 min

Un dossier bien mince

Oct 21, 2004

60 min

La revanche de l'accusation

Oct 21, 2004

60 min

Le retour du pique-feu

Oct 28, 2004

60 min

Le verdict

Oct 28, 2004

60 min

Rouvrir l'affaire

Eight years ago, Michael Peterson was found guilty of killing his wife. Now there is only one chance left to appeal his case.

Mar 3, 2013

45 min

La dernière chance

A revelation opens the door for Michael Peterson's appeal. The prosecution's blood spatter expert has been outed as a fraud, and the defense team seeks a retrial.

Mar 3, 2013

45 min

En quête d'une résolution

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.

Jul 5, 2018

60 min

Entre désespoir et colère

The judge in Peterson's original trial rules that, notwithstanding Deaver's misconduct, there will be no dismissal of his conviction. David Rudolf, Peterson's friend and lawyer has declined to represent him at a new trial, but explains that a second jury might be no more equitable than the first. Proposals are advanced for Peterson to plead guilty, but he still refuses to pronounce the word.

Jul 12, 2018

60 min

Une justice imparfaite

After much fraught deliberations, a deal has been negotiated for an "Alford plea," wherein Peterson will plead guilty while still asserting his innocence. He attends the hearing, facing his late wife's sisters, who still believe that he murdered her.

Jul 19, 2018

60 min

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