American Crime

Synopsis

An anthology drama focusing on all aspects of the U.S. criminal justice system dealing with crimes committed in America.

First Air Date: 2015-03-05

Last Air Date: 2017-04-30

Number of Seasons: 3

Number of Episodes: 29

Created By: John Ridley

Networks: ABC

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Top Cast

Felicity Huffman as Barb Hanlon
Timothy Hutton as Russ Skokie
Regina King as Terri LaCroix
Lili Taylor as Anne Blaine
Richard Cabral as Hector Tontz
Elvis Nolasco as Carter Nix
Benito Martinez as Alonzo Gutiérrez
Connor Jessup as Taylor Blaine
W. Earl Brown as Tom Carlin
Penelope Ann Miller as Eve Carlin

Seasons

Season 1 (2015) - (11 Episodes)

Season 2 (2016) - (10 Episodes)

Season 3 (2017) - (8 Episodes)

Season 1 (2015)

A young couple in Modesto, California were brutally attacked in their home leaving Matt Skokie, a war vet, murdered, and his wife, Gwen, unconscious, barely hanging on. The crime sends shock waves throughout the community stirring up tensions across socioeconomic and racial lines - from the points of view of all those involved.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Episode One (2015-03-05)

After a young couple is attacked in their home, the case sends shock waves into the community, stirring up tensions across racial lines.
Ep. 2: Episode Two (2015-03-12)

Thirty-six hours have passed and shock slowly gives way to the harsh realities now in front of the victims and accused.
Ep. 3: Episode Three (2015-03-19)

Nearly a month after the arraignment of the accused, the emotional complications of all involved continue to deepen.
Ep. 4: Episode Four (2015-03-26)

Russ and Barb receive a visit from their estranged son. Some new information sees Carter's defense team securing a bail hearing.
Ep. 5: Episode Five (2015-04-02)

After being freed on bail, Carter attempts to flee jurisdiction with Aubry. Barb deal’s with her older son’s burial in Oakland as her younger son, Mark, reveals delicate news to his mother.
Ep. 6: Episode Six (2015-04-09)

Barb talks to the media to gain some attention to her son's case. Carter's situation behind bars gets worse.
Ep. 7: Episode Seven (2015-04-16)

Carter remains in solitary confinement as Aliyah meets with an investigator who uncovers new details regarding her brother’s case. Mark’s fianceé arrives in Modesto to meet Barb.
Ep. 8: Episode Eight (2015-04-23)

Aliyah's plans to organize a march for Carter's cause results in heightened emotions.
Ep. 9: Episode Nine (2015-04-30)

Alonzo seeks helps from an unexpected source; Aubry receives news that leaves her distraught.
Ep. 10: Episode Ten (2015-05-07)

Russ must pick up the fight when new allegations against Matt Skokie's role come to light.
Ep. 11: Episode Eleven (2015-05-14)

The case comes to a close, changing the lives of those involved forever.