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Murder in the Bayou

2019·Show
5Episodes in1Season·TV-MA
IMDb7.1Metacritic–4.5Rotten Tomatoes–87%
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Where to watch

fuboTVParamount+Spectrum On Demand

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Murder in the Bayou fingerprint

High energy, immersive world, emotionally cool.

Energy

Tense and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Violence7
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Deeply moving and profoundly sad

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy9
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Situational Comedy0
  • Wit & Wordplay0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Ambiguity9

Craft

Standout direction, storytelling, and characters

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Intrigue9
  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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Episode ratings

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About

The five-part docu-series investigates the unsolved murders of eight women whose bodies were discovered between 2005 and 2009 in drainage canals and on desolate back roads in and around the town of Jennings, Louisiana in rural Jefferson Davis Parish.
True Crime DocumentaryUnsolved MurdersInvestigative JournalismSouthern GothicSocial InjusticeCommunity ImpactBleak & TragicDeeply IntriguingSystemic Corruption

Crew

Directed by:
Matthew Galkin
Produced by:
Joshua Levine

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Murder in the Bayou

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Murder in the Bayou legally?

fuboTVParamount+Spectrum On Demand

Murder in the Bayou is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Paramount+, and Spectrum On Demand in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Murder in the Bayou worth watching?

67
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Murder in the Bayou rated?

TV-MAViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Murder in the Bayou have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 5 episodes.

Is Murder in the Bayou based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

When did Murder in the Bayou air?

It ran from 2019 to 2019 and has ended.

What language is Murder in the Bayou in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States, Canada.