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Captive Audience
1972: 7-year-old Steven Stayner vanishes from Merced, California. For years, his family searches for him, only to find they’ve been looking for the wrong boy. 50 years on, Steven’s children unearth clues to their father’s mysterious past.
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Episode 1
Chapter 1: Steven's Story
Thu, Apr 21, 202249 mins
1972: 7-year-old Steven Stayner vanishes from Merced, California. His family struggles to keep his case in the public eye - until his heroic return seven years later sparks a media sensation.
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- 2023 - Emmy - Outstanding Crime and Justice Coverage - nominated
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