Defending Jacob
“Family is unconditional.”
Series Overview
A family's lives are irreparably disrupted when the 14-year-old son is accused of murdering a fellow classmate.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 8 Episodes
2020 – 2020
Premiered: Fri, Apr 24, 2020
Mark BombackLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 8: “After”
The trial comes to an end, but with unexpected consequences.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-03-25
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mark Bomback
William Landay
Atli Örvarsson, Ólafur Arnalds
Jonathan Freeman
Tanya Swerling
Morten Tyldum, Chris Evans, Rosalie Swedlin, Mark Bomback, Adam Shulman
Department Leadership Roster
Tanya Swerling
Editor
Atli Örvarsson
Original Music Composer
Jonathan Freeman
Director of Photography
Ólafur Arnalds
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
18+ Restricted to Adults.
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Restricted to Adults (18+).
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Frequently Asked Questions About Defending Jacob
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What is Defending Jacob about?
A family's lives are irreparably disrupted when the 14-year-old son is accused of murdering a fellow classmate.
How many seasons does Defending Jacob have?
Defending Jacob comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Defending Jacob?
Key cast members in Defending Jacob include Chris Evans, Jaeden Martell, Michelle Dockery, Cherry Jones, Pablo Schreiber.
Who created or directed Defending Jacob?
Defending Jacob was developed and directed by Mark Bomback.