Murdaugh: Death in the Family
Follow Alex Murdaugh's stranger-than-fiction family drama, tale based on Mandy Matney's hours of reporting as well as exclusive insights from years spent on the case.
- Metascore63
- 2025-2025
- 1 season
- Disney+
- Documentary, Suspense, Drama
- TV-MA
Follow Alex Murdaugh's stranger-than-fiction family drama, tale based on Mandy Matney's hours of reporting as well as exclusive insights from years spent on the case.
Season 1 Episode Guide
8 Episodes 2025
Episode 1
Family Tradition
Wed, Oct 15, 2025 50 mins
In 2021, prominent South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh discovers his wife Maggie and son Paul murdered outside their home. Three years earlier, Maggie throws a party, Alex pursues a new business venture and Paul has a wild night.
Episode 2
One Is Missing
Wed, Oct 15, 2025 52 mins
Alex attempts to control the narrative of the boat crash, while Maggie contends with the severe consequences of Paul's actions. Mandy, a young reporter, takes an interest in the Murdaughs.
Episode 3
Kokomo
Wed, Oct 15, 2025 49 mins
To escape the negative attention brought on by Paul's legal issues, Alex takes the family on a luxury Caribbean vacation--where truths are revealed and troubles arise.
Episode 4
Controlled Burn
Wed, Oct 22, 2025 52 mins
As Paul and Maggie struggle with Gloria's absence, Alex continues to deal with fallout from the boat crash. Mandy uncovers a new case with alleged ties to the Murdaughs.
Episode 5
The Prince
Wed, Oct 29, 2025 50 mins
The Family attends Hampton's Annual Watermelon Festival where Alex is confronted by the consequences of his behavior. Mandy publishes an article that implicates one of the Murdaugh boys.
Episode 6
June 7th
Wed, Nov 5, 2025 50 mins
Maggie finds joy in life outside of Hampton while Paul embraces his newfound sense of responsibility. Alex struggles to process the news of his father's deteriorating health.
Episode 7
On the Road You Take to Avoid it
Wed, Nov 12, 2025 52 mins
Buster grapples with the murder of his mother and brother as police search for the killer. Alex's worsening addiction and mounting lies start to catch up with him.
Episode 8
The Man in the Glass
Wed, Nov 19, 2025 61 mins
The Family attends Maggie and Paul's murder trial. Buster navigates the negative attention from the public as he chases the truth.