The BEST episodes written by Laura Ricciardi
#1 - Indefensible
Making a Murderer - Season 1 - Episode 4
An unexpected confession casts doubt on Steven's role in the murder case, but the new suspect gives conflicting accounts of what occurred.
#2 - Plight of the Accused
Making a Murderer - Season 1 - Episode 3
Steven is back in jail, charged with murder, but there are troubling questions about how he was arrested and why.
#3 - Fighting for Their Lives
Making a Murderer - Season 1 - Episode 10
In the years after Steven and Brendan's very public trials, the various members of the Avery family struggle to mend their broken lives.
#4 - The Last Person to See Teresa Alive
Making a Murderer - Season 1 - Episode 5
As Steven's trial begins, his attorneys argue that law enforcement officials framed him and were negligent in not pursuing other leads in the case.
#5 - Testing the Evidence
Making a Murderer - Season 1 - Episode 6
Steven's attorneys cross-examine forensic experts about contaminated evidence and the absence of proof linking Steven to the crime.
#6 - Turning the Tables
Making a Murderer - Season 1 - Episode 2
As Steven starts creating a new life for himself, he pursues a lawsuit against Manitowoc County law enforcement officials for corruption in his case.
#7 - Eighteen Years Lost
Making a Murderer - Season 1 - Episode 1
When Steven Avery is freed from a wrongful conviction, his search for justice raises questions about the authorities who put him behind bars.
#8 - Framing Defense
Making a Murderer - Season 1 - Episode 7
As the murder trial continues, Steven's attorneys present their case that law enforcement officials planted evidence to frame him.
#9 - The Great Burden
Making a Murderer - Season 1 - Episode 8
After two long days of closing arguments, the jury deliberates. Steven's fate hinges on whether the jury believes police misconduct may have occurred.
#10 - Lack of Humility
Making a Murderer - Season 1 - Episode 9
Steven's trial is over, but a new one is just beginning. Will the jury find the suspect's confession or his conflicting statements more believable?