American Murder: The Family Next Door movie poster

American Murder: The Family Next Door

2020 · 1h 23m · Released

R Crime, Documentary

Using raw, firsthand footage, this documentary examines the disappearance of Shanann Watts and her children, and the terrible events that followed.

Ratings

Based on audience scores
7.2 The Movie Database
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N/A Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream American Murder: The Family Next Door

Streaming now in the United States on Netflix.

Netflix

Trailers and promos

Official Trailer
The Letter

Top cast and crew

JP Jenny Popplewell Director
Chris Watts Self
Shanann Watts Self
C' Celeste 'CC' Watts Self - Chris & Shanann's Daughter (archive footage)
BW Bella Watts Self - Chris & Shanann's Daughter (archive footage)
NA Nickole Atkinson Self - Shanann's Friend (archive footage)
FR Frank Rzucek Self - Shanann's Dad (archive footage)
SR Sandi Rzucek Self - Shanann's Mom (archive footage)
FR Frankie Rzucek Self - Shanann's Brother (archive footage)
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Frequently asked questions about American Murder: The Family Next Door

Where can I watch American Murder: The Family Next Door in the United States?

American Murder: The Family Next Door is available to stream on Netflix in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Is American Murder: The Family Next Door on Netflix?

Yes. American Murder: The Family Next Door is streaming on Netflix in the United States.

Can I watch American Murder: The Family Next Door for free?

Not free in the United States right now. American Murder: The Family Next Door needs a subscription to Netflix.

What are the ratings for American Murder: The Family Next Door?

American Murder: The Family Next Door scores 7.2 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in American Murder: The Family Next Door?

American Murder: The Family Next Door stars Chris Watts, Shanann Watts, Celeste 'CC' Watts, Bella Watts, and Nickole Atkinson. Jenny Popplewell is the director.

How long is American Murder: The Family Next Door?

American Murder: The Family Next Door runs 1h 23m (83 minutes).

When did American Murder: The Family Next Door come out?

American Murder: The Family Next Door was released on September 29, 2020.

Which studio made American Murder: The Family Next Door?

American Murder: The Family Next Door was produced by Knickerbockerglory TV in the United States.

Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.

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