The Staircase_
"There is no truth without lies."
An exploration of the life of Michael Peterson, his sprawling North Carolina family, and the suspicious death of his wife, Kathleen Peterson.
Created By
Antonio Campos
Network
HBO Max
Episodes
8
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Max
8 countries
Netflix
1 country
Crave
1 country
RTL+
1 country
Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total
1 country
U-NEXT
1 country
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Overview
The Staircase has 1 season with 8 episodes spanning 2022.
Rating
The Staircase holds a 6.8/10 rating based on 238 votes.
Year context
The Staircase first aired 4 years ago in 2022.
CAST (14)
Colin Firth
Michael Peterson
Toni Collette
Kathleen Peterson
Michael Stuhlbarg
David Rudolf
Dane DeHaan
Clayton Peterson
Olivia DeJonge
Caitlin Atwater
Patrick Schwarzenegger
Todd Peterson
Sophie Turner
Margaret Ratliff
Odessa Young
Martha Ratliff
Rosemarie DeWitt
Candace Zamperini
Tim Guinee
Bill Peterson
Vincent Vermignon
Jean-Xavier de Lestrade
Parker Posey
Freda Black
Juliette Binoche
Sophie Brunet
Giovanni Pucci
Remy
SEASONS (1 season, 8 episodes)
SEASON 1Miniseries
01
911
In 2001, author and aspiring local politician Michael Peterson is charged with murder after the suspicious death of his wife Kathleen.
02
Chiroptera
While working on his defense, Michael considers an opportunity to tell his story in a documentary. Then, after learning shocking information about her stepfather, Caitlin…
03
The Great Dissembler
As the DA’s office attempts to solidify their case, shocking new details surface about Michael’s past that threaten to derail the defense.
04
Common Sense
After an unexpected homecoming, a critical discovery rocks the Peterson household. Michael’s fate hangs in the balance as the trial ends.
05
The Beating Heart
In the aftermath of the verdict, the Petersons struggle with the court’s decision, and Michael finds solace in an unlikely friendship from thousands of miles…
06
Red in Tooth and Claw
In 2006, Sophie pursues a far-fetched new theory about the night of Kathleen’s death. Then, in 2017, Michael grapples with compromising his principles in exchange…
07
Seek and Ye Shall
After a body with similar injuries to Kathleen’s turns up at the county morgue, Sophie continues her quest to uncover what really happened to Kathleen.…
08
America's Sweetheart or: Time Over Time
After navigating a possible retrial, a 73-year-old Michael confronts a life-changing decision. Meanwhile, Martha and Margaret each share long-buried truths, and Sophie comes to terms…
SERIES INFO
1
Seasons
8
Episodes
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
Antonio Campos
Showrunner
Maggie Cohn
Showrunner
Megan Ellison
Showrunner
Tony Campos
Showrunner
Sue Naegle
NETWORKS (1)
HBO Max
DETAILS
First Aired
Last Aired
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
8
Language
English
Country
Rating
6.8/10 (238 votes)
Popularity
4
IMDB
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is The Staircase about?
An exploration of the life of Michael Peterson, his sprawling North Carolina family, and the suspicious death of his wife, Kathleen Peterson.
Where can I watch The Staircase?
The Staircase is available on Max, Netflix, Crave, RTL+, Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total . Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does The Staircase have?
The Staircase has 1 season with 8 episodes total.
Who created The Staircase?
The Staircase was created by Antonio Campos.
Who stars in The Staircase?
The cast of The Staircase includes Colin Firth, Toni Collette, Michael Stuhlbarg, Dane DeHaan, Olivia DeJonge.
What is the rating of The Staircase?
The Staircase has a rating of 6.8 out of 10 based on 238 votes on TMDB.
Is The Staircase still running?
The Staircase has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (2)
Drama
Crime