The Jinx

The Jinx

The confession was just the beginning.

Ended First aired 08/Feb/2015 United States English 2 season(s) 12 episode(s)
DocumentaryCrime
Robert Durst, scion of NY's billionaire real-estate family, has been accused of three murders but has evaded justice for over 30 years. Durst speaks in this true crime series, revealing secrets of a case that has baffled authorities.
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Season 2 · Part Two
6 episode(s) · Air date: 21/Apr/2024
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In season 2, the filmmakers continue their investigation for the next eight years, uncovering hidden material, Durst's prison calls, and interviews with witnesses who had not come forward until now.

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In season 2, the filmmakers continue their investigation for the next eight years, uncovering hidden material, Durst's prison calls, and interviews with witnesses who had not come forward until now.

S2E5
Mostly the Truth
Air date: 19/May/2024 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 57 min
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Bob takes the stand to tell his version of events, but on cross-examination finds prosecutor Lewin better-prepared than he anticipated.

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Bob takes the stand to tell his version of events, but on cross-examination finds prosecutor Lewin better-prepared than he anticipated.

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The Unluckiest Man in the World
Air date: 12/May/2024 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 48 min
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Longtime Durst confidant Stewart Altman defends him on the stand, but when his wife Emily testifies, she reveals crucial new details.

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Longtime Durst confidant Stewart Altman defends him on the stand, but when his wife Emily testifies, she reveals crucial new details.

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Saving My Tears Until It's Official
Air date: 05/May/2024 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 58 min
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At trial, prosecutors revisit the 1982 disappearance of Bob's first wife Kathie and make the case that Susan helped Bob cover up the crime.

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At trial, prosecutors revisit the 1982 disappearance of Bob's first wife Kathie and make the case that Susan helped Bob cover up the crime.

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Friendships Die Hard
Air date: 28/Apr/2024 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 50 min
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From jail, Bob makes frequent calls to people who've helped him in the past, including a longtime friend who is keeping his own secret.

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From jail, Bob makes frequent calls to people who've helped him in the past, including a longtime friend who is keeping his own secret.

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Why Are You Still Here?
Air date: 21/Apr/2024 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 48 min
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As new evidence is revealed, Robert Durst is arrested and charged with Susan Berman's murder. But who will support Bob in his time of need?

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As new evidence is revealed, Robert Durst is arrested and charged with Susan Berman's murder. But who will support Bob in his time of need?

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Season 1 · The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst
6 episode(s) · Air date: 08/Feb/2015
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Robert Durst, scion of one of New York's billionaire real estate families, has been accused of three murders but never convicted. Brilliant, reclusive, and the subject of relentless media scrutiny, he's never spoken publicly—until now. During interviews with Andrew Jarecki, he reveals secrets of the case that baffled authorities for 30 years. In 2010, Jarecki made the narrative film All Good Things based on the infamous story of Robert Durst. After Durst saw the film, he contacted Jarecki wanting to tell his story. What began as a feature documentary ultimately became a six-part series as more and more of his incredible story was revealed.

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Robert Durst, scion of one of New York's billionaire real estate families, has been accused of three murders but never convicted. Brilliant, reclusive, and the subject of relentless media scrutiny, he's never spoken publicly—until now. During interviews with Andrew Jarecki, he reveals secrets of the case that baffled authorities for 30 years. In 2010, Jarecki made the narrative film All Good Things based on the infamous story of Robert Durst. After Durst saw the film, he contacted Jarecki wanting to tell his story. What began as a feature documentary ultimately became a six-part series as more and more of his incredible story was revealed.

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Chapter 6: What the Hell Did I Do?
Air date: 15/Mar/2015 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 38 min
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Present day: Nearly a decade has passed since the filmmakers began investigating Robert Durst and his alleged crimes. They have spoken to more than 100 participants in Robert's story, including family, friends, police, lawyers, jurors and journalists in an attempt to get at the truth.

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Present day: Nearly a decade has passed since the filmmakers began investigating Robert Durst and his alleged crimes. They have spoken to more than 100 participants in Robert's story, including family, friends, police, lawyers, jurors and journalists in an attempt to get at the truth.

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Chapter 5: Family Values
Air date: 08/Mar/2015 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 47 min
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Present Day: In the 33 years since Kathie Durst disappeared, no progress has been made in finding out what happened to her, or finding her body. Without answers, her family and friends continue to hunt for the truth.

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Present Day: In the 33 years since Kathie Durst disappeared, no progress has been made in finding out what happened to her, or finding her body. Without answers, her family and friends continue to hunt for the truth.

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Chapter 4: The State of Texas vs. Robert Durst
Air date: 01/Mar/2015 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 52 min
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Two years after the dismembered body of Morris Black washed up on the shores of Galveston, TX, Robert Durst goes on trial with a formidable team of attorneys and a brilliant defense strategy.

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Two years after the dismembered body of Morris Black washed up on the shores of Galveston, TX, Robert Durst goes on trial with a formidable team of attorneys and a brilliant defense strategy.

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Chapter 3: The Gangster's Daughter
Air date: 22/Feb/2015 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 45 min
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Nearly 20 years after his wife disappeared, Robert Durst makes headlines again when his longtime confidante Susan Berman--a potential witness in the disappearance of Kathie Durst--is murdered in LA.

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Nearly 20 years after his wife disappeared, Robert Durst makes headlines again when his longtime confidante Susan Berman--a potential witness in the disappearance of Kathie Durst--is murdered in LA.

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Chapter 2: Poor Little Rich Boy
Air date: 15/Feb/2015 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 47 min
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Robert Durst discusses witnessing his mother's suicide when he was a child and his 1973 marriage to Kathleen McCormack, who disappeared in 1982.

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Robert Durst discusses witnessing his mother's suicide when he was a child and his 1973 marriage to Kathleen McCormack, who disappeared in 1982.

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Chapter 1: A Body in the Bay
Air date: 08/Feb/2015 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 44 min
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A dismembered body discovered in Texas in 2001 is possibly connected to Durst. In 2012, Durst contacts director Andrew Jarecki about an interview.

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A dismembered body discovered in Texas in 2001 is possibly connected to Durst. In 2012, Durst contacts director Andrew Jarecki about an interview.

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Robert Durst
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Marc Smerling
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Zachary Stuart-Pontier
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Lynda Obst
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Jeanine Pirro
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Charles Bagli
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Cody Cazalas
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Gilberte Najamy
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Ellen Strauss
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Joe Becerra
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David Paul Jacobson
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Jessie Herman
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Ted Griswold
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