Rectify

88
Metascore
2013-2016
4 seasons
SundanceTV
Drama
TV-14

"Rectify" shows the life of suspected murderer Daniel Holden, who served 19 years in prison in Georgia and has now been released due to exonerating DNA evidence. When he was 18 years old, he allegedly brutally murdered a 16-year-old girl. His return to his family is heartfelt, but the majority of the inhabitants of his home town still firmly believe he is guilty. A difficult time begins for Daniel on his way to being able to lead a normal life again.

88
Metascore
2013-2016
4 seasons
SundanceTV
Drama
TV-14

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