Innocent Behind Bars
In an intimate portrayal of injustice, this series reveals the true experience of being wrongfully convicted and the impact that lasts well beyond the prison bars. Each episode explores the harrowing story of a person who was convicted of a crime they didn't commit and their fight to prove their innocence in a court of law. Through a first-hand recount from the exoneree themselves and supporting interviews with those close to the case, the crime and trial are critically examined to find flaws and falsehoods in the original conviction that prove their innocence. But even exoneration can't heal all wounds, the impact extends further than just lost years and affects every part of their lives; sometimes beyond repair.
- 2021-2021
- 1 season
- Documentary, Suspense
In an intimate portrayal of injustice, this series reveals the true experience of being wrongfully convicted and the impact that lasts well beyond the prison bars. Each episode explores the harrowing story of a person who was convicted of a crime they didn't commit and their fight to prove their innocence in a court of law. Through a first-hand recount from the exoneree themselves and supporting interviews with those close to the case, the crime and trial are critically examined to find flaws and falsehoods in the original conviction that prove their innocence. But even exoneration can't heal all wounds, the impact extends further than just lost years and affects every part of their lives; sometimes beyond repair.
Season 1 Episode Guide
8 Episodes 2021
Episode 1
Dennis Maher
49 mins
Three rape victims identified Dennis Maher as their attacker, and yet he maintained his innocence.
Episode 2
Kwame Ajamu
49 mins
Kwame Ajamu was tried, convicted and sentenced to die before he turned eighteen, for a crime someone else committed.
Episode 3
Kristine Bunch
49 mins
Kristine Bunch was wrongfully convicted of murder and arson for the tragic house fire that killed her three-year-old son.
Episode 4
John Button
49 mins
John Button was convicted of killing his girlfriend in a hit and run but when a serial killer confessed to the crime, no one believed him.
Episode 5
Derrick Jamison
49 mins
Derrick Jamison was wrongfully convicted of murder and endured six execution attempts during his years on death row.
Episode 6
Kian Khatibi
49 mins
Kian Khatibi was in the wrong place at the wrong time when he was wrongfully convicted of a violent stabbing.
Episode 7
Herman Lindsey
49 mins
A family connection saw Herman Lindsey sent to death row for a robbery and execution-style murder he didn't commit.
Episode 8
Ron Keine
49 mins
Ron Keine and his three motorcycle club mates were sentenced to die for a murder that occurred days before they rode into town.