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  • Netflix
  • Nov 11, 2020
  • 54 m
  • Netflix
  • Nov 11, 2020
  • 54 m
Trial 4

Summary The eight-part documentary series directed by Remy Burkel loooks at the case of Sean K. Ellis, who was accused of killing a Boston policeman in 1993 and sought to overturn his conviction over 22 years and four trials.

Directed By: Rémy Burkel

  • Netflix
  • Nov 11, 2020
  • 54 m
  • Netflix
  • Nov 11, 2020
  • 54 m
Trial 4
S1 • Episode 5
Chapter 5: Hidden Link
Air Date: Nov 11, 2020
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Summary The eight-part documentary series directed by Remy Burkel loooks at the case of Sean K. Ellis, who was accused of killing a Boston policeman in 1993 and sought to overturn his conviction over 22 years and four trials.

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Episode 1 • Nov 11, 2020 • 52 m
Chapter 1: Execution-Style Murder
In 1993, the execution-style killing of a Boston police officer sets off a frantic citywide search for suspects.
Episode 2 • Nov 11, 2020 • 55 m
Chapter 2: Usual Suspects
Police home in on a suspect, a 19-year-old named Sean K. Ellis. Boston journalists and cops recall another murder case that fanned racial tensions.
Episode 3 • Nov 11, 2020 • 58 m
Chapter 3: Three Trials
As Ellis and his lawyers recount his first jury trial, former jurors share their decision processes. A witness's statements are put to the test.
Episode 4 • Nov 11, 2020 • 53 m
Chapter 4: Badge of Shame
Journalists expose corruption in the Boston Police Department, inspiring Ellis to seek a new trial and perhaps a new lawyer.
Episode 5 • Nov 11, 2020 • 54 m
Chapter 5: Hidden Link
Ellis' attorney, Rosemary Scapicchio, remains dogged in her pursuit of the missing documents that may hold the key to her client getting a new trial.
Episode 6 • Nov 11, 2020 • 53 m
Chapter 6: A Taste of Freedom
Knowing it's his last chance, Ellis nervously prepares for a fourth murder trial. Also, an investigator searches for an old witness.
Episode 7 • Nov 11, 2020 • 1 h
Chapter 7: Black Irish
As the voters of Suffolk County prepare to elect their next district attorney, Scapicchio digs into who funded the reward for Ellis' conviction.
Episode 8 • Nov 11, 2020 • 52 m
Chapter 8: Worst Case Scenario
The election of a new district attorney gives Ellis reason to hope. Later, a hush-hush press conference puts everyone on edge.

Top Cast

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Sean Ellis

Self

Rosemary Scapicchio

Self - Defense Attorney for Sean Ellis

Edward McNelley

Self - Former Head of Homicide, Captain Det., Boston Police Department

Mary Jackie Ellis

Self - Sean Ellis' Mother

Jillise McDonough

Self - Co-Defense Counsel for Sean Ellis

William C. Dwyer

Self - Former Detective, Boston Police Department

Kevin Cullen

Self - Columnist, The Boston Globe

David Murray

Self - Sean Ellis' Uncle

David Duncan

Self - Defense Attorney for Sean Ellis 1993 - 2001

Toni Locy

Self - Former Reporter, The Boston Globe

Letia Walker

Self - Sean Ellis' Partner

John R. Ellement

Self - Reporter, The Boston Globe

Phillip Martin

Self - Senior Investigative Reporter, WGBH News

Norman Zalkind

Self - Defense Attorney for Sean Ellis 1993 - 2001

Scott Keller

Self - Criminal Defense Investigator

Shar'Day Taylor

Self - Sean Ellis' Sister

Adrian Walker

Self - Columnist, The Boston Globe

Rachael Rollins

Self - Candidate for Suffolk County District Attorney, Self - Suffolk County District Attorney-Elect

Daniel Conley

Self - Suffolk County District Attorney

Stephen Bannister

Self - Former Walgreen's Employee

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