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Trial by Media

Trial by Media

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DocumentaryCrime

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In this true crime docuseries, some of the most dramatic trials of all time are examined with an emphasis on how the media may have impacted verdicts.

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Ended

Original Language

English

Runtime

mins

Rating

7.1/10

Release Date

23 November 2024

Country

United States of America

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