Netflix Launches 'Instadocs' Docuseries With Episode on Alex Murdaugh's Overturned Convictions
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Summary
Netflix has launched a new docuseries called "Instadocs," beginning with "Alex Murdaugh, Unconvicted." The debut episode focuses on the overturned double-murder convictions of former South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh, who was previously found guilty of killing his wife Maggie and son Paul. The episode was released just 17 days after the convictions were overturned on May 13, and quickly landed in Netflix's Top 10 Shows within days of its May 30 release.
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What might be surprising is that the docuseries tackles former South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh's double-murder convictions being overturned, which happened on May 13, only 17 days prior to the episode's release.
Netflix is changing the documentary game with its new series, Instadocs.
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