Hulu is a great place to get all of your true crime, and Betrayed, the 2020 true crime documentary series, is a good example of what the platform has to offer. This suspenseful series delves into chilling stories of betrayal that led to unthinkable acts of violence.
Betrayed has a unique narrative style that pairs reenactments with interviews from those closest to the cases, giving viewers an emotional connection to the stories. It highlights how complex human relationships can be and the devastating consequences of broken trust. Whether it’s family members, close friends, or romantic partners, the betrayals explored in the show are relatable and strike a chord with anyone who has been in a similar situation.
Each episode offers insight into real-life mysteries, with twists and turns that will keep you guessing about how it will reach its conclusion.
A look at the episodes
The Kill List
The Kill List is a fantastic first episode that looks at the story of Julie Jenson to determine what happened to her in a case that changed forensics and antifreeze forever.
Kill or Be Killed
Kill or Be Killed tells the story of Nicole Addimando, who admits to killing her partner but says it was an accident. This episode attempts to find out the truth.
What the Little Girl Saw
What the Little Girl Saw looks into the murder of Kelley Clayton in Elmira, New York. A mother of two was brutally murdered in her home. The big surprise of this case was when the couple’s 7-year-old daughter, Charlie, witnessed the attack and pointed the finger at a potential killer.
Dead Man Talking
Dead Man Talking features the first network interview with Wendi Mae Davidson from prison, where she is serving a 25-year sentence for her husband’s murder. She says she never got to share her side, but what’s most interesting about this episode is how she keeps calling it “the body” when describing her husband and the crime.
If Something Happens To Me…
If Something Happens To Me… looks into the mysterious disappearance of Susan Powell, a wife and mother from Utah who vanished in December 2009 despite having two young sons. What detectives find most interesting about this case is a note left behind that points the finger at her husband.
The Wicked
The Wicked looks at the incredibly interesting case where two friends stab a third and leave her for dead to prove themselves to a fictitious character known as Slender Man.
The Secret in Her Eyes
The Secret in Her Eyes looks at the murder of Janet Abaroa in Durham, North Carolina. She was pregnant and found stabbed to death in her home with no signs of forced entry. Her husband claims to have found her after returning home from a soccer game. However, Janet still has some secrets to reveal.
The Devil in Disguise
The Devil in Disguise is the final episode in this series. It tells the story of Shanann Watts, a pregnant mother, and her two young daughters, Bella and Celeste, who went missing in August 2018. While he seemed distraught, some inconsistencies in his statements caused police to look at him more closely and what follows in a master class in interrogation.
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