American Murder: The Family Next Door(2020)
Overview
Using raw, firsthand footage, this documentary examines the disappearance of Shanann Watts and her children, and the terrible events that followed.
Director
Jenny Popplewell
Studio
Knickerbockerglory TV
Cast
Chris Watts
as Self
Shanann Watts
as Self
Celeste 'CC' Watts
as Self - Chris & Shanann's Daughter (archive footage)
Bella Watts
as Self - Chris & Shanann's Daughter (archive footage)
Nickole Atkinson
as Self - Shanann's Friend (archive footage)
Frank Rzucek
as Self - Shanann's Dad (archive footage)
Sandi Rzucek
as Self - Shanann's Mom (archive footage)
Frankie Rzucek
as Self - Shanann's Brother (archive footage)
Cindy Watts
as Self - Chris' Mom (archive footage)
Ronnie Watts
as Self - Chris' Dad (archive footage)
Nichol Kessinger
as Self - Chris' Mistress (archive footage)
Luke Epple
as Self - Chris' Supervisor (archive footage)
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2020
Runtime
1h 23m
Language
English
Rating
7.3 / 10
Production Companies
Knickerbockerglory TV
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch American Murder: The Family Next Door?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for American Murder: The Family Next Door (2020).
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 and released in 2020. It is a crime, documentary film.
How long is American Murder: The Family Next Door?▼
American Murder: The Family Next Door has a runtime of 1 hours and 23 minutes (83 minutes total).
Who stars in American Murder: The Family Next Door?▼
The cast of American Murder: The Family Next Door includes Chris Watts as Self, Shanann Watts as Self, Celeste 'CC' Watts as Self - Chris & Shanann's Daughter (archive footage), Bella Watts as Self - Chris & Shanann's Daughter (archive footage), Nickole Atkinson as Self - Shanann's Friend (archive footage) and more.
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