American Crime

A young couple in Modesto, California were brutally attacked in their home leaving Matt Skokie, a war vet, murdered, and his wife, Gwen, unconscious, barely hanging on. The crime sends shock waves throughout the community stirring up tensions across socioeconomic and racial lines - from the points of view of all those involved.

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  1.Episode One

  6.8

  05-03-201544m

  After a young couple is attacked in their home, the case sends shock waves into the community, stirring up tensions across racial lines.

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  2.Episode Two

  7.4

  12-03-201543m

  Thirty-six hours have passed and shock slowly gives way to the harsh realities now in front of the victims and accused.

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  3.Episode Three

  6.7

  19-03-201543m

  Nearly a month after the arraignment of the accused, the emotional complications of all involved continue to deepen.

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  4.Episode Four

  7.2

  26-03-201543m

  Russ and Barb receive a visit from their estranged son. Some new information sees Carter's defense team securing a bail hearing.

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  5.Episode Five

  6.8

  02-04-201543m

  After being freed on bail, Carter attempts to flee jurisdiction with Aubry. Barb deal’s with her older son’s burial in Oakland as her younger son, Mark, reveals delicate news to hi...

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  6.Episode Six

  7.4

  09-04-201543m

  Barb talks to the media to gain some attention to her son's case. Carter's situation behind bars gets worse.

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  7.Episode Seven

  7.2

  16-04-201543m

  Carter remains in solitary confinement as Aliyah meets with an investigator who uncovers new details regarding her brother’s case. Mark’s fianceé arrives in Modesto to meet Barb.

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  8.Episode Eight

  7.8

  23-04-201543m

  Aliyah's plans to organize a march for Carter's cause results in heightened emotions.

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  9.Episode Nine

  7.2

  30-04-201543m

  Alonzo seeks helps from an unexpected source; Aubry receives news that leaves her distraught.

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  10.Episode Ten

  7.2

  07-05-201543m

  Russ must pick up the fight when new allegations against Matt Skokie's role come to light.

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  11.Episode Eleven

  7.6

  14-05-201543m

  The case comes to a close, changing the lives of those involved forever.