American Murder: The Family Next Door
Synopsis
Using raw, firsthand footage, this documentary examines the disappearance of Shanann Watts and her children, and the terrible events that followed.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2020-09-16
Top Cast
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Chris Watts
Self
Shanann Watts
Self
Celeste 'CC' Watts
Self - Chris & Shanann's Daughter (archive footage)
Bella Watts
Self - Chris & Shanann's Daughter (archive footage)
Nickole Atkinson
Self - Shanann's Friend (archive footage)
Frank Rzucek
Self - Shanann's Dad (archive footage)
Sandi Rzucek
Self - Shanann's Mom (archive footage)
Frankie Rzucek
Self - Shanann's Brother (archive footage)
Cindy Watts
Self - Chris' Mom (archive footage)
Ronnie Watts
Self - Chris' Dad (archive footage)
Nichol Kessinger
Self - Chris' Mistress (archive footage)
Luke Epple
Self - Chris' Supervisor (archive footage)
Mark Jamieson
Self - Chris' Childhood Friend (archive footage)
Marcelo Kopcow
Self - Judge (archive footage)
Michael Rourke
Self - District Attorney, Weld County, CO (archive footage)
Jim Benemann
Self - News Anchor, Colorado (archive footage)
Karen Leigh
Self - News Anchor, Colorado (archive footage)
Theresa Marchetta
Self - News Anchor, Denver, CO (archive footage)
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 30, 2020
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jenny Popplewell
- Original Score
- Nainita Desai
- Original Title
- American Murder: The Family Next Door
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Production Studios
- Knickerbockerglory TV
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jenny Popplewell
Nainita Desai
Simon Barker
Jonathan Stadlen, James Marsh
Department Leadership Roster
Jenny Popplewell
Director
Simon Barker
Editor
Nainita Desai
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About American Murder: The Family Next Door
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What is American Murder: The Family Next Door about?
Using raw, firsthand footage, this documentary examines the disappearance of Shanann Watts and her children, and the terrible events that followed.
Who directed American Murder: The Family Next Door?
American Murder: The Family Next Door was directed by Jenny Popplewell.
Who stars in American Murder: The Family Next Door?
The principal cast of American Murder: The Family Next Door includes Chris Watts, Shanann Watts, Celeste 'CC' Watts, Bella Watts, Nickole Atkinson.
When was American Murder: The Family Next Door released and how long is it?
American Murder: The Family Next Door was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.
Who composed the musical score for American Murder: The Family Next Door?
The original motion picture soundtrack for American Murder: The Family Next Door was composed by Nainita Desai.
What is the age rating and content advisory for American Murder: The Family Next Door?
American Murder: The Family Next Door holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; CA: R; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 16 (Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); IN: U/A 16+; US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).