Murder on Trial

"Raw. Real. Unfiltered. Witness the moment of truth."

10.0/102025Returning Series1 Season · 7 Episodes

Documentary

Detectives chase leads, prosecutors face defense attorneys, and juries wrestle with decisions.

Released: Oct 31, 2025

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Season 1

7 episodes

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