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An American Murder Mystery: The Staircase (1000) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained
- Release, runtime and language
- 1000 · 126 mins · English
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- Directed by
- Bryan Gildner
- Starring
- Diane Dimond, Diane Fanning
Novelist Michael Peterson and his wife Kathleen are celebrated in Durham, North Carolina, until December 9, 2001, when Kathleen is found dead at the foot of a staircase in their home. Michael says she fell accidentally, but doubts remain. This three‑part series examines the case’s shocking details, speaks with those closest to the couple, reveals a 16‑year‑old secret, and follows one of the most dramatic recent trials.
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