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American Murder: Laci Peterson

American Murder: Laci Peterson

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American Murder: Laci Peterson

2024

1 Seasons

3 Episodes

7.1(61 votes)

Ended

Crime

Documentary

Overview

Laci Peterson was eight months pregnant when she vanished, sparking a search that ended in tragedy. This docuseries delves into the 2002 murder case.

Where to Watch

Stream

Netflix

Links & Resources

Website IMDbView

Social & External

Production Companies

Campfire Studios

Episodes

No episodes found for this season.

The people behind it

Cast & crew

10 featured cast members

Starring

Laci Peterson

Self (archive footage)

Scott Peterson

Self (archive footage)

Allen Brocchini

Self - Detective, Modesto PD (CA)

Sharon Rocha

Self - Laci's Mom

Lori Heintz

Self - Laci's Friend

Stacy Boyers

Self - Laci's Friend

Rene Tomlinson

Self - Laci's Friend

Greg Reed

Self - Laci & Scott's Friend

Kristen Reed

Self - Laci & Scott's Friend

Janey Peterson

Self - Scott's Sister-in-Law

Creative team

Created by: Skye Borgman
Showrunner: Rebecca Evans
Ross M. Dinerstein

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