American Murder: The Family Next Door
Watch TrailerUsing raw, firsthand footage, this documentary examines the disappearance of Shanann Watts and her children, and the terrible events that followed.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2020 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Crime, Documentary |
| Director | Jenny Popplewell |
| Runtime | 83 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.3/10 (746 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film lives at the rhythm of everyday life — and that's its strength. No cinema about 'big events,' just about how people live, make mistakes, and understand themselves.
Worth watching for the performances and the sincerity. If you're waiting for events — there aren't many. If you're waiting for feeling — it's there.
For those looking for film about people, not events. If you need action — look elsewhere.
Director: Jenny Popplewell
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: When you're in the mood for a conversation about life. With a partner or friend you can trust.
🎭 Cast
Chris Watts
Self
Shanann Watts
Self
Celeste 'CC' Watts
Self - Chris & Shanann's Daughter (archive footage)
Bella Watts
Self - Chris & Shanann's Daughter (archive footage)
Nickole Atkinson
Self - Shanann's Friend (archive footage)
Frank Rzucek
Self - Shanann's Dad (archive footage)
Sandi Rzucek
Self - Shanann's Mom (archive footage)
Frankie Rzucek
Self - Shanann's Brother (archive footage)
Cindy Watts
Self - Chris' Mom (archive footage)
Ronnie Watts
Self - Chris' Dad (archive footage)
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