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The Staircase

2022–2022 • Crime • Drama

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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Overview

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

Series Snapshot

Status: Released
Total Seasons: 1
Total Episodes: 8
First Air Date: May 5, 2022
Most Recent Air Date: Jun 9, 2022
Network / Platform: HBO Max
Original Language: bg-BG

Themes

ambivalent based on true story murder national news true crime wife murderer Crime Drama

Tone & Style

High-tension tone with suspense-forward storytelling.
Compact season structure keeps the narrative focused and fast-moving.
Completed run offers a finite, binge-friendly arc.

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Creators & Cast

Main cast:

Colin Firth Toni Collette Michael Stuhlbarg Dane DeHaan Olivia DeJonge

Rating: 5.4
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 8

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Metadata

Network: HBO Max
Status: Released • Series ended
Creators: Unknown

Colin Firth Toni Collette Michael Stuhlbarg Dane DeHaan Olivia DeJonge Patrick Schwarzenegger Sophie Turner Odessa Young Rosemarie DeWitt Tim Guinee Vincent Vermignon Parker Posey

Seasons

Season 1

2022 • 8 episodes