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Trial by Media

2020Show1 season6 episodesTV-MA

71
GoodGoodWatch score

A gripping, tense documentary series about crime and everyday modern life, with standout editing.

Good for date night · friends night · binge-friendly

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Episodes

1 season · 6 episodes · best: S1E5 "Big Dan's" 7.7

Episodes

7.3

Story

In this true crime docuseries, some of the most dramatic trials of all time are examined with an emphasis on how the media may have impacted verdicts.

Feels like

  • True Crime Docuseries
  • Legal Drama
  • Media Ethics
  • Social Commentary
  • Investigative Journalism
  • Real-Life Cases
  • Justice System Critique
  • Thought-Provoking
  • Contemporary Issues

Crew

Music by
Dara Taylor

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Facts

May 11, 2020 · May 11, 2020 · Ended

First aired
May 11, 2020
Last aired
May 11, 2020
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 6 episodes
Age rating
TV-MA
Content
Violence, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Documentary, Crime
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
130 countries

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3 questions, like "Where can I stream Trial by Media?"

Questions about Trial by Media

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Trial by Media?

In the United States, Trial by Media streams on Netflix. It also streams in 129 other countries.

Is Trial by Media worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 85%, and Metacritic 69). Critics rate it higher (77 out of 100) than audiences (65).

How long does it take to watch Trial by Media?

6 h

About 6 hours: 6 episodes in 1 season of about 60 minutes each, aired from 2020 to 2020.