Making a Murderer S1E8 — The Great Burden
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Making a Murderer•Season 1•Episode 8

The Great Burden

8.3/10 · 1,505 votesDec 18, 201547 min

Ranked #9 of 10 in Season 1•−0.1 vs season avg

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After two long days of closing arguments, the jury deliberates. Steven's fate hinges on whether the jury believes police misconduct may have occurred.

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Episode Summary

"The Great Burden" is episode 8 of Making a Murderer season 1. It scored 8.3/10 from 1,505 votes, ranking #9 of 10 episodes this season (season average 8.4). It aired on December 18, 2015.

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