The Murder of Mary Phagan

5.8/1019882hEnded1 Season · 2 Episodes

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In early-twentieth-century Atlanta, the murder of a young girl prompts strong reactions from the community and ultimately leads to the arrest of a man who could actually be innocent.

Released: Jan 24, 1988

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Jack Lemmon

Gov. John Slaton

Richard Jordan

Hugh Dorsey

Robert Prosky

Tom Watson

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