Series

The Staircase

2022★ 7.01 seasons

An exploration of the life of Michael Peterson, his sprawling North Carolina family, and the suspicious death of his wife, Kathleen Peterson.

Cast

Featured cast

Colin FirthMichael Peterson

Toni ColletteKathleen Peterson

Michael StuhlbargDavid Rudolf

Dane DeHaanClayton Peterson

Olivia DeJongeCaitlin Atwater

Patrick SchwarzeneggerTodd Peterson

Episodes

1911In 2001, author and aspiring local politician Michael Peterson is charged with murder after the suspicious death of his wife Kathleen.66 min

2ChiropteraWhile working on his defense, Michael considers an opportunity to tell his story in a documentary. Then, after learning shocking information about he…67 min

3The Great DissemblerAs the DA’s office attempts to solidify their case, shocking new details surface about Michael’s past that threaten to derail the defense.64 min

4Common SenseAfter an unexpected homecoming, a critical discovery rocks the Peterson household. Michael’s fate hangs in the balance as the trial ends.69 min

5The Beating HeartIn the aftermath of the verdict, the Petersons struggle with the court’s decision, and Michael finds solace in an unlikely friendship from thousands …61 min

6Red in Tooth and ClawIn 2006, Sophie pursues a far-fetched new theory about the night of Kathleen’s death. Then, in 2017, Michael grapples with compromising his principle…59 min

7Seek and Ye ShallAfter a body with similar injuries to Kathleen’s turns up at the county morgue, Sophie continues her quest to uncover what really happened to Kathlee…63 min

8America's Sweetheart or: Time Over TimeAfter navigating a possible retrial, a 73-year-old Michael confronts a life-changing decision. Meanwhile, Martha and Margaret each share long-buried …72 min

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