Making a Murderer

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Season 1
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Dec 18, 2015
Season #: 2, 1
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Universal acclaim- based on 315 Ratings

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  1. geewah
    Jan 6, 2021
    9
    Whilst it maybe one sided it's still a well researched, compelling, edge of the seat docuseries. Raises a lot questions which all good investigative docos should do
  2. drazgon
    Aug 10, 2019
    8
    Es realmente impactante ver como funciona el sistema en los USA. Desde luego si ves esta serie como espectador no puedes pensar nada contrario a que este hombre sea inocente.
  3. nisaac86
    Nov 7, 2018
    10
    You'd be an idiot to think this guy was guilty, especially now that Season 2 is out. Anyone with half a brain could see the lack of evidence putting these guys behind bars. The people who think they are guilty, don't actually think they are guilty. They actually just believe so much in their "system" and that there is no way that the cops or county could ever do something as crooked asYou'd be an idiot to think this guy was guilty, especially now that Season 2 is out. Anyone with half a brain could see the lack of evidence putting these guys behind bars. The people who think they are guilty, don't actually think they are guilty. They actually just believe so much in their "system" and that there is no way that the cops or county could ever do something as crooked as this.

    So when you say that he's innocent, you are challenging their belief of the system.    … Expand
  4. benn910
    Nov 3, 2018
    10
    Amazing documentary! A must see series, that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
  5. ktoy1940
    Nov 3, 2018
    10
    I thought the first season was riveting and had me at the edge of my seat & then I saw the second season and I'm not sure my jaw ever left the floor. So many mixed emotions while watching this documentary. Anger towards the Wisconsin police department and judges. Saddened for the Avery's. Humored by the stupidity of the Wisconsin police department by the stupid choices they made andI thought the first season was riveting and had me at the edge of my seat & then I saw the second season and I'm not sure my jaw ever left the floor. So many mixed emotions while watching this documentary. Anger towards the Wisconsin police department and judges. Saddened for the Avery's. Humored by the stupidity of the Wisconsin police department by the stupid choices they made and actually thinking they're above everyone and can do whatever they want. Kathleen Zellner is amazing and I know she's going to find justice for Avery and Brendens justice will then follow suit. Ken Kratz is the definition of a joke and I hope he rots in jail for the rest of his life, wouldn't that be ironic?… Expand
  6. Mattieboosh
    Oct 31, 2018
    10
    A fantastically compelling documentary, showing many pieces of evidence, clear to all who watch that these guys are innocent.
  7. radical92
    Oct 31, 2018
    10
    Making a murderer 1 &2 reveals the story and truth behind the FALSE Imprisonment of Steven Avery and Brenden Dassey. Not to mention the cover ups and lies that are exposed by Kathleen Zellner. Wisconsin has DIRTY Corrupt Cops, DA and AG I'm embarrassed to live in this State. Be prepared to have righteous anger for 2 innocent people that should be set free.
  8. Cristian212
    Oct 30, 2018
    10
    Best indepth documentary, especially part 2, part 1 was really good and fascinating but part 2 takes it to a whole other level, Kathleen Zellner is a boss, the prosecution isn’t ready for her and her actual experts.
  9. sonicgumel
    Oct 30, 2018
    10
    This is the best documentary I have ever watched. i gave it 10 rating because it truly captures the rot within America's justice system and shows the human side of the consequences of miscarriage of justice through the Steven Avery case. Absolutely must watch!
  10. biltagi04
    Oct 29, 2018
    10
    my goodness, this documentary is both insanely good, and sad. The best true crime documentary out there. It purely sheds light on the truth of this nightmare of a case. Its infuriating to say the least. The American criminal justice system is so corrupt, twisted, and flat out wrong for convicting Steven and Brenden to life for a crime they did not commit. I highly recommend you to watchmy goodness, this documentary is both insanely good, and sad. The best true crime documentary out there. It purely sheds light on the truth of this nightmare of a case. Its infuriating to say the least. The American criminal justice system is so corrupt, twisted, and flat out wrong for convicting Steven and Brenden to life for a crime they did not commit. I highly recommend you to watch this documentary and be angry at how they were 100% framed.… Expand
  11. Pixietigerlily
    Oct 29, 2018
    10
    The best docuseries EVER! I’m fascinated by the sleazey lawmakers of Winsconsin and the barbaric American legal system although I read that KTZ says some states are not at all like WIN. Poor Steve and Brendan, but I recognise that they are only the two we know about, there will be 1000s more locked up whose names we don’t know. Well done Moria and Laura!
  12. lbanigan
    Oct 29, 2018
    10
    Making a murderer season 1
    Making a murderer season 2
    Loved it. Ready for Justice!
  13. Retief
    Oct 29, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I rarely watch documentaries. But Making A Murderer had me riveted to my couch and binge watching both seasons. Although I'm sure the Netflix documentarians had to leave out compelling elements from both the prosecution and defense, for pacing and time reasons, I am more than convinced the State of Wisconsin and some of their officials and officers are complicit in ramrodding through the unlawful convictions of Steven Avery and Brendan Dassey. They just HAD to know that Avery and Dassey were innocent ... because they knew who had really killed Ms. Halbach. And for that: Shame on them!… Expand
  14. ZenaCaldwell
    Oct 29, 2018
    10
    This documentary unveils a total miscarriage of justice! It is appalling that Mr. Kratz concealed evidence from Mr. Avery’s defense team! How do these people sleep at night? It is also a disgrace that law enforcement took advantage of Brendan Dassey’s disabilities and put him behind bars! Now not one, but two victims of this corrupt system are suffering for a crime they did not commit!This documentary unveils a total miscarriage of justice! It is appalling that Mr. Kratz concealed evidence from Mr. Avery’s defense team! How do these people sleep at night? It is also a disgrace that law enforcement took advantage of Brendan Dassey’s disabilities and put him behind bars! Now not one, but two victims of this corrupt system are suffering for a crime they did not commit! Let’s also not forget that the real murderer for Teresa Halbach is still out living their life in the free world while the innocent pay the price! I’m sure her family would like to seek justice for her murderer which clearly is not Steve Avery or Brendan Dassey! I pray that Mr. and Mrs. Avery get to see their son released before they pass from this world. I pray the same for Brendan’s parents.… Expand
  15. ThorZ
    Oct 29, 2018
    9
    First of all there shouldn't have been a number 2 because there was so much reasonable doubt in trial any normal Jury would have said not guilty. As it happens Netflix went and made a number 2 and it is a very interesting watch. It makes you understand how broken the justice system is in the USA, especially in Manitowoc Country & Minnesota as a whole. If i lived there i wouldn't be forFirst of all there shouldn't have been a number 2 because there was so much reasonable doubt in trial any normal Jury would have said not guilty. As it happens Netflix went and made a number 2 and it is a very interesting watch. It makes you understand how broken the justice system is in the USA, especially in Manitowoc Country & Minnesota as a whole. If i lived there i wouldn't be for much longer.

    The 10 episodes weaves you through the various trials and tribulations of the Dasey case which is exhausting and frustrating to say the least and not because the film makers made it that way, in fact is testament to them on making this thread of the story so interesting because its just a comical farce on how the court system works. Credit to his lawyers for their efforts here, Laura Nirider looked visibly frustrated but defiant by the end and had every right to. Ever tried banging your head against a solid oak tree so many times only to see its still be a stubborn old thing and not moving? That's how she and her team felt im sure.....

    While this is going on Steven Avery's case is a lot more interesting as Kathleen Zellner and team decides to do the work of the police and the prosecution... and actually investigate the murder rather than lazily accept circumstantial evidence. While doing this she uncovers even more evidence that casts reasonable doubt upon the conviction, which will have you watching more and more in a controlled rage. its quite astounding how far the country and state will go to not have a re trial.

    Not quite a 10/10, mainly due to a lot of filler content needing to be put in there but it doesn't detract from the purpose of the series enough to make it annoying.    … Expand
  16. jencannpro
    Oct 29, 2018
    10
    I thought Season 1 of MaM was astonishing. How can one guy have this much bad luck? To have spent EIGHTEEN years in prison for a rape he didn't commit and then be convicted for the murder of Teresa Halbach? No spoilers here, but as Season 1 shows us what a convoluted mess this case was turned into thanks to the many fabrications of Ken Kratz and Co., Season 2 is jaw dropping. KathleenI thought Season 1 of MaM was astonishing. How can one guy have this much bad luck? To have spent EIGHTEEN years in prison for a rape he didn't commit and then be convicted for the murder of Teresa Halbach? No spoilers here, but as Season 1 shows us what a convoluted mess this case was turned into thanks to the many fabrications of Ken Kratz and Co., Season 2 is jaw dropping. Kathleen Zellner is like a dog with a bone. Her steely resolve and attention to detail, details and evidence which the defense missed the first time around and which the prosecution chose to hide or leave out, has been uncovered. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to know why the state of Wisconsin and this sad little county want to keep Steven Avery and Brendan Dassey behind bars. This case is a great example of how people like Avery and Dassey - people who are considered "unfortunates" in this world by many- can be taken advantage of and railroaded by corrupt law enforcement. Kathleen Zellner has done the work and thorough research that should have been done the first time around. If the State of Wisconsin is so sure of their guilt, why are they so unwilling to grant a re-trial? *rhetorical* I believe the truth will eventually win in this case.… Expand
  17. rootje92
    Oct 29, 2018
    10
    One of the best tv shows I've ever seen! But it makes me sick and angry that the system is so corrupt. I will always support SA and BD!
    They deserve a new trial
  18. Shelleydub
    Oct 29, 2018
    10
    Ashamed of the state of Wisconsin and their lack of integrity to the truth. Very eye opening.
  19. oskent
    Oct 29, 2018
    10
    Amazing documentary series. This riveting real life crime drama is a must see. The second part focuses more on the broken US justice system where it is an uphill battle for the defendants to prove their innocence in a system that is geared to favour the state and government. One only hopes there is justice in the end. You need to see this!
  20. Jonmccx
    Oct 29, 2018
    10
    After watching both seasons, I am left with controlled rage as Kathleen puts it. She is doing a great job! Keep powering through! This is a great portrait of a failed system. This case is only one...think of all the other similar cases out there that have not had the benefit of being such a high profile case as this one. Our state and federal standards for incarcereration and for stateAfter watching both seasons, I am left with controlled rage as Kathleen puts it. She is doing a great job! Keep powering through! This is a great portrait of a failed system. This case is only one...think of all the other similar cases out there that have not had the benefit of being such a high profile case as this one. Our state and federal standards for incarcereration and for state prosecutors are apparently non-existent. This type of fraudulent and malicious activity happens everyday at these levels of the system without proper checks and balances.

    Oh, and Ken Kratz (the pedephile sexter) can rot in hell! I bet he regrets what he did now..... Kathleen’s got him by the balls! We’re coming for you...justice will be heard!    … Expand
  21. FanaDisney
    Oct 29, 2018
    10
    These court cases have been a part of my life since 2007 way before the making a murderer programme came on Netflix. I cannot believe they are still in prison for a crime they did NOT commit. Ken Kratz is going all out to keep them in but the truth is starting to unfold and YOU are going to be the one behind bars! With no followers and no one to help you..

    I would highly recommend this    These court cases have been a part of my life since 2007 way before the making a murderer programme came on Netflix. I cannot believe they are still in prison for a crime they did NOT commit. Ken Kratz is going all out to keep them in but the truth is starting to unfold and YOU are going to be the one behind bars! With no followers and no one to help you..

    I would highly recommend this to anyone but be prepared it may consume your life and you might get hooked.    … Expand
  22. jchappel
    Oct 28, 2018
    9
    This fascinating documentary follows Steven Avery, a poor white Wisconsin man, who was wrongly accused of a murder and rape and served 18 years behind bars only to be exonerated by DNA evidence. Despite his exoneration, when a murder and rape happens near his family's property, he is once against convicted despite the questionable nature of much of the evidence. After serving over 10 yearsThis fascinating documentary follows Steven Avery, a poor white Wisconsin man, who was wrongly accused of a murder and rape and served 18 years behind bars only to be exonerated by DNA evidence. Despite his exoneration, when a murder and rape happens near his family's property, he is once against convicted despite the questionable nature of much of the evidence. After serving over 10 years for this second allegation, MaM2 traces the efforts of two teams of lawyers, one of SA and the other for his nephew, Brendan Dassey, who was pulled into the murder/rape allegation when, under duress from police officers, he confessed to raping and murderer the woman in question, Teresa Halbach. This despite the fact that there was zero forensic evidence corroborating anything he said. Making a Murderer 1 and 2 is ultimately about the flawed justice system in the US and the nature of wrongful convictions. Grieving families want closure. Police departments want a "win"--and will do anything to pin the blame on someone. The amazing efforts of Kathleen Zellner, an expert in post-conviction acquittals, leads the unraveling of the case, and is a modern-day Sherlock Holmes, laying bare the absurdity of much of the evidence and offering clear evidence pointing to other suspects. The only reason I give it a 9, rather than a 10, is because it does not really reflect too much on the larger implications of the case. That will have to be for the reviewers, I guess. Rather, it just presents true crime fiction, and the story is fascinating, because there are so many grubby hands who've gotten involved in this case, and we don't yet know what actually happened or how the will turn out.… Expand
  23. paytonnatella
    Oct 28, 2018
    10
    This documentary opened my eyes to the corruption of our justice system. I can not believe the cops and lawyers involved have not gotten in trouble. 2 innocent people are living in hell while the real crooks live free. Honestly makes me disappointed to be in American with a justice system as jacked up as ours. Kathleen Zellner is a god sent. EVERYONE NEEDS TO WATCH
  24. guardianwyf
    Oct 28, 2018
    10
    I must admit I was so skeptical the first season! I watched it and within three episodes I couldn't stop! i have fully become addicted to the love for the Avery Family! A story you won't soon forget. By the end...you won't doubt it either....
  25. StrangePanda
    Oct 28, 2018
    10
    Amazing documentary, but it also leaves me so heart broken and makes me so disgusted with how much evidence was with held from the trial, Kratz and any one else involved should be held accountable for destroying these families. I also do not understand how they denied the county coroner access to the site the bones were found. i can they legally do that? THE TRUTH WILL COME OUT!!!
  26. Isaiah1108
    Oct 28, 2018
    10
    The second season just adds more mystery and asks good questions. I wish we would find out what really happened to poor Teresa...
  27. STLMarvel
    Oct 28, 2018
    10
    I didn't think part 2 could be as gripping and intense as part 1 but I was wrong. Kathleen is the hero everyone needed to know still existed in today's corrupt world. The new evidence and testing they go into is detailed and interesting. I really hope there is a part 3
  28. gilmours2728
    Oct 28, 2018
    10
    Making a Murderer returns and covers Brendan Dassey and Steven Avery's post-conviction appeals. Put simply, a must see.
  29. FFinklestein
    Oct 28, 2018
    10
    An absolute real life Shock and Awe into exposing police and prosecutorial misconduct. Luckily the story comes with a real life Super Hero, Kathleen Zellner
  30. tvguyla
    Oct 28, 2018
    10
    Part 2 is incredibly eye-opening. I went into it thinking I'd be bored based on some reviews I saw - I have no idea what they were talking about. Aside from the fact that situations like this shouldn't be expected to be pure entertainment, Part 2 is an important glimpse into our justice system.

    I have followed Kathleen Zellner for many years and was excited to see her in action. She    Part 2 is incredibly eye-opening. I went into it thinking I'd be bored based on some reviews I saw - I have no idea what they were talking about. Aside from the fact that situations like this shouldn't be expected to be pure entertainment, Part 2 is an important glimpse into our justice system.

    I have followed Kathleen Zellner for many years and was excited to see her in action. She does not disappoint and the evidence she uncovers is infuriating. You'll find yourself in a constant state of controlled rage - which also happens to be the most badass line from Zellner throughout the series.

    There is no lack of sadness seeing what these 2 men are being put through, and the lack of closure for Teresa is heartbreaking, but Zellner's unwavering dedication to the case is the glimmer of hope that'll keep you glued to the screen.

    My only question is - will there be a Part 3? I hope so!    … Expand
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#19 Best TV Season of 2015
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  2. Mixed: 0 out of 21
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  1. Uncle Barky
    Reviewed by: Ed Bark
    Jan 4, 2016
    91
    Do expect an absorbing tale of justice rendered but not necessarily justice served. Its star players have no formal acting training. But for better or worse, they all look born to play their real-life roles in another true crime drama that knocks fiction for a loop.
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  2. New York Post
    Reviewed by: Robert Rorke
    Jan 4, 2016
    75
    The twists and turns on Making a Murderer are so crazy and real that the series stands on its own.
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  3. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
    Reviewed by: Rob Owen
    Dec 29, 2015
    70
    Overlong compared to the compact, well-edited six hours of "The Jinx," "Making a Murderer" could use a lot of tightening. ... And yet it's a fascinating story.
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