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The Staircase

There is no truth without lies.

★7.0 2022 1 Season Antonio Campos TV-MA

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

Seasons & episodes

1 season · 8 episodes

911

Episode 01

911

May 5, 2022 · 66 min

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

Chiroptera

Episode 02

Chiroptera

May 5, 2022 · 67 min

While working on his defense, Michael considers an opportunity to tell his story in a documentary. Then, after learning shocking information about her stepfather, Caitlin wrestles with doubts.

The Great Dissembler

Episode 03

The Great Dissembler

May 5, 2022 · 64 min

As the DA’s office attempts to solidify their case, shocking new details surface about Michael’s past that threaten to derail the defense.

Common Sense

Episode 04

Common Sense

May 12, 2022 · 69 min

After an unexpected homecoming, a critical discovery rocks the Peterson household. Michael’s fate hangs in the balance as the trial ends.

The Beating Heart

Episode 05

The Beating Heart

May 19, 2022 · 61 min

In the aftermath of the verdict, the Petersons struggle with the court’s decision, and Michael finds solace in an unlikely friendship from thousands of miles away.

Red in Tooth and Claw

Episode 06

Red in Tooth and Claw

May 26, 2022 · 59 min

In 2006, Sophie pursues a far-fetched new theory about the night of Kathleen’s death. Then, in 2017, Michael grapples with compromising his principles in exchange for his freedom.

Seek and Ye Shall

Episode 07

Seek and Ye Shall

Jun 2, 2022 · 63 min

After a body with similar injuries to Kathleen’s turns up at the county morgue, Sophie continues her quest to uncover what really happened to Kathleen. Meanwhile, Martha decides to dig into her fraught past, despite pushback from Margaret.

America's Sweetheart or: Time Over Time

Episode 08

America's Sweetheart or: Time Over Time

Jun 9, 2022 · 72 min

After navigating a possible retrial, a 73-year-old Michael confronts a life-changing decision. Meanwhile, Martha and Margaret each share long-buried truths, and Sophie comes to terms with a revelation.

About the series

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Audience score
★ 7.0 /10

based on 302 votes

Synopsis

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

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Cast

8 principal cast

Colin Firth

Colin Firth

Michael Peterson

Toni Collette

Toni Collette

Kathleen Peterson

Michael Stuhlbarg

Michael Stuhlbarg

David Rudolf

Dane DeHaan

Dane DeHaan

Clayton Peterson

Olivia DeJonge

Olivia DeJonge

Caitlin Atwater

Patrick Schwarzenegger

Patrick Schwarzenegger

Todd Peterson

Sophie Turner

Sophie Turner

Margaret Ratliff

Odessa Young

Odessa Young

Martha Ratliff

Where to watch The Staircase

The Staircase is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The drama from Antonio Campos has 1 season and 8 total episodes, rated 7.0/10 by 302 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does The Staircase have?

The Staircase has 1 season with 8 episodes in total.

Is The Staircase still on the air?

The Staircase has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs The Staircase?

The Staircase airs on HBO Max.

When did The Staircase first air?

The Staircase first aired on May 5, 2022.

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