The Staircase
An exploration of the life of Michael Peterson, his sprawling North Carolina family, and the suspicious death of his wife, Kathleen Peterson.
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Streaming now in the United States on Netflix and HBO Max.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about The Staircase
Where can I watch The Staircase in the United States?
The Staircase is available to stream on Netflix and HBO Max in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Staircase on Netflix?
Yes. The Staircase is streaming on Netflix in the United States, alongside HBO Max.
Can I watch The Staircase for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Staircase needs a subscription to Netflix and HBO Max, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for The Staircase?
The Staircase scores 7.0 on The Movie Database, 7.1 on IMDb, 59% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 71 on Metacritic.
Who stars in The Staircase?
The Staircase stars Colin Firth, Toni Collette, Michael Stuhlbarg, Dane DeHaan, and Olivia DeJonge. Antonio Campos is the creator.
How many seasons of The Staircase are there?
The Staircase has 1 season and 8 episodes, and is ended.
What network is The Staircase on?
The Staircase airs on HBO Max, and is produced by Annapurna Television, What's Up Films, and EMI Pop.
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.