American Crime — Season 1
A young couple in Modesto, California were brutally attacked in their home leaving Matt Skokie, a war vet, murdered, and his wife, Gwen, unconscious, barely hanging on. The crime sends shock waves thr
About this season
A young couple in Modesto, California were brutally attacked in their home leaving Matt Skokie, a war vet, murdered, and his wife, Gwen, unconscious, barely hanging on. The crime sends shock waves throughout the community stirring up tensions across socioeconomic and racial lines - from the points of view of all those involved.
Episodes (11)
1. Episode One
6.8Aired 5 March 2015 • 44 min
After a young couple is attacked in their home, the case sends shock waves into the community, stirring up tensions across racial lines.
2. Episode Two
7.4Aired 12 March 2015 • 43 min
Thirty-six hours have passed and shock slowly gives way to the harsh realities now in front of the victims and accused.
3. Episode Three
6.7Aired 19 March 2015 • 43 min
Nearly a month after the arraignment of the accused, the emotional complications of all involved continue to deepen.
4. Episode Four
7.2Aired 26 March 2015 • 43 min
Russ and Barb receive a visit from their estranged son. Some new information sees Carter's defense team securing a bail hearing.
5. Episode Five
6.8Aired 2 April 2015 • 43 min
After being freed on bail, Carter attempts to flee jurisdiction with Aubry. Barb deal’s with her older son’s burial in Oakland as her younger son, Mark, reveals delicate news to his mother.
6. Episode Six
7.4Aired 9 April 2015 • 43 min
Barb talks to the media to gain some attention to her son's case. Carter's situation behind bars gets worse.
7. Episode Seven
7.2Aired 16 April 2015 • 43 min
Carter remains in solitary confinement as Aliyah meets with an investigator who uncovers new details regarding her brother’s case. Mark’s fianceé arrives in Modesto to meet Barb.
8. Episode Eight
7.8Aired 23 April 2015 • 43 min
Aliyah's plans to organize a march for Carter's cause results in heightened emotions.
9. Episode Nine
7.2Aired 30 April 2015 • 43 min
Alonzo seeks helps from an unexpected source; Aubry receives news that leaves her distraught.
10. Episode Ten
7.2Aired 7 May 2015 • 43 min
Russ must pick up the fight when new allegations against Matt Skokie's role come to light.
11. Episode Eleven
7.6Aired 14 May 2015 • 43 min
The case comes to a close, changing the lives of those involved forever.