Plot Synopsis

Directed by Julia Willoughby Nason and Jenner Furst, MURDAUGH MURDERS: A SOUTHERN SCANDAL is a one-hour documentary series that explores the shocking tragedies that shatter a tight-knit South Carolina community, exposing the horrifying secrets of its most powerful family. The Murdaughs were one of South Carolina's most prominent families, but the death of teenager Mallory Beach in a drunken boating accident began the unraveling of their legacy. When Paul Murdaugd -- the alleged driver of the boat -- and his mother Maggie are found brutally murdered, a century of corruption, power, and cover-ups in the Low Country is brought to light. The three-part series will feature first-hand accounts from those on the boat that fateful night, many of whom have not spoken about the crash or double homicide of Maggie and Paul until now, including: Paul Murdaugh's longtime girlfriend, Morgan Doughty; Mallory Beach's childhood friends, Miley Altman and Connor Cook; Mallory's boyfriend, Anthony Cook; and, several others. All three episodes of MURDAUGH MURDERS: A SOUTHERN SCANDAL's first season dropped on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 on Netflix.
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The sophomore season of MURDAUGH MURDERS: A SOUTHERN SCANDAL on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 on Netflix, which released all three episodes of the new season. Season 2 features in-depth interviews and harrowing footage, which uncovers shocking revelations surrounding Alex Murdaugh's double-murder trial -- and ultimate fall from grace. The season opens with all eyes are on Alex's trial as crime scene footage and reflections from Maggie's close friend and housekeeper provide new perspectives. Then, eyewitness accounts of Alex's behavior before and after the murders, expert insights and police interrogation videos raise startling questions. Finally, Cousin Eddie breaks his silence, a video found on Paul's phone stuns the courtroom, and Alex takes the stand. After the verdict, doubts still linger.