The Curious Case of Natalia Grace (2023)
Synopsis
This stranger-than-fiction series explores the question of whether Natalia Barnett is an exploited Ukrainian child with dwarfism or a dangerous adult masquerading as a child. Featuring exclusive bombshell interviews with members of Natalia's adoptive family, relatives, friends, legal experts, and neighbors, this docuseries offers a never-before-seen glimpse into the Barnett family, Natalia's identity, Michael Barnett's October 2022 trial, as well as key insights into new theories and evidence.
First Air Date: 2023-05-29
Last Air Date: 2025-01-07
Number of Seasons: 3
Number of Episodes: 16
Networks: Investigation Discovery
Top Cast
- Michael Barnett as Self - Natalia's Adoptive Father
- Natalia Grace Rene Mans as Self
- Kristine Barnett as Self - Natalia's Adoptive Mother (archive footage)
- Beth Karas as Self - Legal Expert
- Nicole DePaul as Self
- Mackenzie DePaul as Self - Nicole's Daughter
- Veronica Maxwell as Self - Ret. Special Agent, FBI
- Brandon Davenport as Self - Detective, Indiana State Police
- Bob Goldsmith as Self - Sheriff, Tippecanoe County
- Kenneth J. Maxwell as Self - Ret. Asst. Special Agent in Charge, FBI
Seasons
Season 1 (2023)
No overview available for this season.
Episodes:
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Ep. 1: Meet the Barnetts
The Barnett’s adoption of Natalia, an allegedly six-year-old Ukrainian Orphan, turns into a nightmare when they learn she may not be six or Ukrainian. With suspicions mounting, the Barnetts discover they may have an adult stranger in their home.
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Ep. 2: Orphan or Imposter?
Michael Barnett reveals Natalia tried to poison and harm them as the Barnett’s own lies surface. This information leads to the question -- is there more than one villain here?
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Ep. 3: Nightmare Neighbor
Now re-aged as an adult and living alone, Natalia wreaks havoc at her new apartment by sexually propositioning and stalking the residents. Meanwhile, the Barnett’s truly sinister side emerges as they face a social services investigation into Natalia.
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Ep. 4: Victim or Villain?
The Barnetts abandon Natalia in an apartment in Lafayette, Indiana. With no food, a/c, electricity or phone, the police get involved. Despite Michael’s efforts to blame Kristine solely, his shocking confessions lead to their arrests.
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Ep. 5: Barnett vs. Barnett
As Michael’s trial approaches, he shifts fault to Kristine and catches a break when the judge throws out any discussion of Natalia’s age during the trial.
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Ep. 6: Punch Or Be Punched
Michael Barnett must face the consequences of his actions, and Kristine is next.
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