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The Staircase•Season 1•Episode 10

The Last Chance

7.7/10 · 492 votesJan 30, 201352 min

Ranked #2 of 13 in Season 1•+0.2 vs season avg

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After more experts testify about the questionable conclusions and claims of Duane Deaver, the judge rules on whether a new trial is necessary.

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Seasons1

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Season 1 Episodes13

E1 7.4

Crime or Accident?

E2 7.4

Secrets and Lies

E3 7.4

A Striking Coincidence

E4 7.5

A Prosecution Trickery

E5 7.6

A Weak Case

E6 7.5

The Prosecution's Revenge

E7 7.6

The Blow Poke Returns

The Verdict

Reopening the Case

The Last Chance

Looking for Closure

Between Anger and Despair

E13 7.6

Flawed Justice

Cast5

Michael Peterson

Self

Ron Guerette

Self

Tom Maher

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David Rudolf

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Bill Peterson

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Episode Summary

"The Last Chance" is episode 10 of The Staircase season 1. It scored 7.7/10 from 492 votes, ranking #2 of 13 episodes this season (season average 7.5). It aired on January 30, 2013.

Next: E11 · Looking for Closure Best of Season 1