TV series

Trial by Media

Name: Trial by Media
Genre: Documentary, Crime

2020, English, on Netflix. Created by George Clooney & Grant Heslov.

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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Seasons: 1
Episodes: 6
Episode length: 60 min
Status: Ended in 2020

Worth the Hype

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7.2/10 from 43 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Where to watch Trial by Media

Trial by Media is streaming on Netflix in India.

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Availability in India as of 6 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.

Latest episode

S1 E6: Blago!

Aired 11 May 2020

Seasons 1

Season 1

2020 · 6 episodes · 7.4/10

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First aired: 11 May 2020
Last aired: 11 May 2020
Network: Netflix
Language: English
Country: United States
Type: Documentary
Rated: TV-MA

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Trial by Media: quick answers

Is Trial by Media worth watching?

Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 43 TMDB viewer ratings.

How many seasons of Trial by Media are there?

Trial by Media has 1 season and 6 episodes, about 60 minutes each.

Is Trial by Media finished?

Yes. Trial by Media ended in 2020, so you can watch the whole story.

Which OTT platform is Trial by Media on?

Trial by Media is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 6 November 2026.)

Trial by Media parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Trial by Media is rated TV-MA. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

What shows are like Trial by Media?

If you liked Trial by Media, try Trust Me: The False Prophet, Conversations with a Killer: The Jeffrey Dahmer Tapes, Crime Scene: The Texas Killing Fields.

Who created Trial by Media?

Trial by Media was created by George Clooney and Grant Heslov.