Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Trial 4 List

• The Staircase - A true crime docuseries examining the trial of Michael Peterson, who was accused of murdering his wife.
• Making a Murderer - Follows the story of Steven Avery, wrongfully convicted and later retried for murder.
• The Innocent Man - Based on John Grisham's book, exploring wrongful convictions and the flaws in the justice system.
• The Keepers - A documentary series investigating the unsolved murder of a nun and its connection to a Catholic school.
• American Crime Story - Anthology series that delves into high-profile criminal cases in the United States.
• Forensic Files - Documentary series showcasing how forensic science solves crimes, often leading to trials.
• The Confession Tapes - Explores cases where people have been convicted of crimes they claim they didn't commit.
• The Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst - A unique take on a real estate heir implicated in several murders and his follow-up trial.
• Wild Wild Country - Documents the controversial Indian guru and the community he formed in Oregon, which faced legal challenges.
• Evil Genius - A docuseries that investigates a bizarre robbery and the convoluted case following it.
• The Prosecutors - Follows real-life cases from the perspective of prosecutors in different legal battles.
• 15 Days of War - Though more cinematic, it deals with complex moral dilemmas surrounding justice in conflict.
• The Case Against Adnan Syed - Delves into the conviction of Adnan Syed and questions the integrity of his trial.
• Law & Order: Special Victims Unit - Follows detectives as they investigate and prosecute sexual crimes, highlighting trial aspects.
• The Trial - A French film focusing on justice and wrongful accusations in a gripping legal story.
• Making a Murderer Part 2 - Continues the story of Steven Avery’s ordeal in the justice system after his initial trial.
• Mindhunter - Based on true-crime events, follows FBI agents as they develop profiling techniques for serial killers.
• The Central Park Five - A documentary addressing the wrongful conviction of five Black and Latino teenagers in a notorious case.
• Criminal Minds - Follows a team of profilers as they solve crimes, and often deals with trial scenarios.
• American Murder: The Family Next Door - A documentary that examines the shocking case of Chris Watts and the trial that followed.
• The Fog of War - A documentary that, while focused on war, deals with moral complexities and legalities of actions taken.
• Too Old to Die Young - Explores morality and the justice system surrounding crime in a more fictional narrative.
• The Social Dilemma - Examines the socio-legal consequences of social media on personal lives and society.
• The Trial of the Chicago 7 - A dramatized account of a group of anti-Vietnam War protestors charged with conspiracy and more.
• The Devil Next Door - A documentary series about a man accused of being a Nazi war criminal, examining the complexities of justice.
• The Great Hack - Explores how personal data is manipulated in the digital age, with implications for justice and ethics.
• The Oregon Case - Explores a real-life case involving legal struggles and unfair trials.
• Cleveland Abduction - A dramatized account of the real-life abductions in Cleveland and the subsequent efforts for justice.
• Unbelievable - Based on true events, this limited series tells the story of a young woman charged with lying about a rape.
• The Killing of JonBenet: The Truth Uncovered - Explores the unsolved murder of a young girl and the various accusations surrounding it.
• Bound by Flesh - A documentary exploring the lives of conjoined twins and the legal issues surrounding them.
• I Am a Killer - A series in which death row inmates share their stories and examine their motivations beyond the trial.
• The Truth About the Harry Quebert Affair - Mystery drama involving a controversial author whose trial unveils complex truths.
• The Last Defense - A documentary series that investigates failed legal defenses in death penalty cases.
• The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann - A documentary that explores the case of the missing girl and the subsequent media and legal saga.
• Accused: Guilty or Innocent? - Follows defendants as they navigate court cases and the trial process.
• The Heist - Focuses on the intricacies of criminal cases and how they unfold in a legal environment.
• Trial & Error - A comedic take on the trial process and legal battles, exploring absurd scenarios similar to real cases.
• The Wilmot Proviso - Explores legal challenges and societal issues involved in significant cases throughout history.
• The Family I Had - A poignant exploration of the aftermath of a murder and the trial that followed.