Interrogation

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  • TV-MA
  • 2020
  • 1 Season
  • 7.4  (2,473)

Interrogation is a compelling crime drama that chronicles the long and complex journey of a young man accused of murdering his mother. The show, which premiered on CBS All Access in 2020, takes a unique nonlinear approach to storytelling, with each episode presented from the perspective of a different character in the case. Viewers are encouraged to watch the episodes in any order they choose, as the series poses the question: is the young man truly guilty or has he been wrongly accused? At the center of Interrogation is Eric Fisher, played by Kyle Gallner, a troubled and complicated young man who finds himself the prime suspect in the brutal murder of his mother. The show follows Eric's case over the course of several years, as new evidence is uncovered and witnesses come forward, all leading to the ultimate question of whether or not Eric is capable of committing such a crime. Peter Sarsgaard stars as David Russell, the lead detective on the case, who becomes obsessed with uncovering the truth about what happened to Eric's mother. Kodi Smit-McPhee also stars as Eric's best friend, who finds himself caught up in the investigation and questioned by the detectives. Additional members of the cast include David Strathairn, Vincent D'Onofrio, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach. One of the elements that sets Interrogation apart from other crime dramas is its nonlinear approach to storytelling. Rather than presenting the case in a traditional, linear fashion, each episode is presented as a self-contained story that focuses on a specific aspect or character in the case. The order in which the episodes are watched, therefore, directly impacts the viewer's understanding of the case as a whole. The show's creators, Anders Weidemann and John Mankiewicz, have said that they were inspired by the actual case of a man named Isauro Aguirre, who was convicted of the murder of his girlfriend's eight-year-old son Gabriel Fernandez. Aguirre's trial lasted for several years and was filled with numerous twists and turns, leading to questions over his guilt or innocence. Weidemann and Mankiewicz were intrigued by the idea of exploring how different versions of the truth can exist within a single case. Throughout the series, viewers are presented with conflicting information and varying perspectives on the events surrounding Eric's case, ultimately forcing them to draw their own conclusions. At the core of the show is the question of what constitutes "truth," and whether there can ever be only one version of events in a criminal case. Interrogation is a show that tackles complex themes of justice, truth, and morality, all while delivering a compelling and suspenseful crime drama. Its nonlinear storytelling approach keeps viewers engaged and guessing until the very end. With strong performances from a talented cast, led by the always excellent Peter Sarsgaard, Interrogation is a must-watch for fans of crime dramas and true crime stories.

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Episode 10
10. Episode 10
February 6, 2020
Series Finale. Twenty years after Mary Fisher's death, Internal Affairs Sgt. Lynch and Det. Chen fly to Texas to interview Trey Carano (Ebon Moss-Bachrach), a former friend of Eric's, who shares his account of Eric's whereabouts in the days and hours leading up to the murder.
Episode 9
9. Episode 9
February 6, 2020
Private investigator Charlie Shannon (Andre Royo) travels to Mexico to track down Amy Harlow, an old friend of Eric's, who may be his last chance at getting out of prison. Behind bars, Eric learns that another inmate plans on killing him.
Episode 8
8. Episode 8
February 6, 2020
Thirteen years after the murder, Eric faces his first parole hearing and a real shot at an early release. Det. Russell is determined to keep Eric where he thinks he belongs: behind bars. In a last-ditch attempt to prove his innocence, Eric hires private investigator Charlie Shannon (Andre Royo).
Episode 7
7. Episode 7
February 6, 2020
Two decades after the murder, a series of newspaper articles about the Fisher case sways public sentiment in Eric's favor. LAPD cold case detectives begin building a new case against Eric, until a break comes in the form of Melanie Pruitt - a childhood friend of Eric's with a story that may shed new light on the Fisher murder.
Episode 6
6. Episode 6
February 6, 2020
As riots erupt after the Rodney King verdicts, Henry Fisher (David Strathairn) pays an emotional visit to Eric in prison and confronts him with a very difficult question. Eric, entangled in a deadly prison feud, faces a tough decision and must decide where his loyalties lie.
Episode 5
5. Episode 5
February 6, 2020
Eric's friend from rehab, Chris Keller (Kodi Smit-McPhee) is interrogated about a crime he committed in New Mexico, which brings new information to light that may help Eric's defense. Eric is transferred from a juvenile facility to county jail, where dangerous adult inmates await him.
Episode 4
4. Episode 4
February 6, 2020
To receive a more lenient prison sentence, Eric pleads guilty and submits to an extensive psychological evaluation. Meanwhile, Det. Russell, convinced of Eric's guilt, does his best to make sure Eric receives the harshest sentence possible.
Episode 3
3. Episode 3
February 6, 2020
In the weeks leading up to Mary Fisher's murder, Eric meets Det. Russell for the first time to press charges against Kim Decker, a former girlfriend. Russell suspects the truth is murkier than Eric reported. As Russell investigates the complaint, Eric throws a party at his apartment complex with the help of his older friend and neighbor Trey Carano that quickly spins out of control.
Episode 2
2. Episode 2
February 6, 2020
In 2003, twenty years after the murder of Mary Fisher, Internal Affairs Officer Sgt. Ian Lynch (Vincent D'Onofrio) is assigned to investigate Eric's claim of official misconduct against Russell, now a Lieutenant. Lynch confronts Russell with the allegation, but pressure from the department threatens to derail any chance of a re-investigation.
Episode 1
1. Episode 1
February 6, 2020
Series premiere. Eric Fisher (Kyle Gallner), a 17-year-old kid with addiction issues, is taken into custody after his mother is brutally murdered in her San Fernando Valley home in 1983. The lead detective on the case, Dave Russell (Peter Sarsgaard), interrogates Eric while Eric's devastated father, lawyer Henry Fisher (David Strathairn), tries to help his son.
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Interrogation is a compelling crime drama that chronicles the long and complex journey of a young man accused of murdering his mother. The show, which premiered on CBS All Access in 2020, takes a unique nonlinear approach to storytelling, with each episode presented from the perspective of a different character in the case. Viewers are encouraged to watch the episodes in any order they choose, as the series poses the question: is the young man truly guilty or has he been wrongly accused?

At the center of Interrogation is Eric Fisher, played by Kyle Gallner, a troubled and complicated young man who finds himself the prime suspect in the brutal murder of his mother. The show follows Eric's case over the course of several years, as new evidence is uncovered and witnesses come forward, all leading to the ultimate question of whether or not Eric is capable of committing such a crime.

Peter Sarsgaard stars as David Russell, the lead detective on the case, who becomes obsessed with uncovering the truth about what happened to Eric's mother. Kodi Smit-McPhee also stars as Eric's best friend, who finds himself caught up in the investigation and questioned by the detectives. Additional members of the cast include David Strathairn, Vincent D'Onofrio, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach.

One of the elements that sets Interrogation apart from other crime dramas is its nonlinear approach to storytelling. Rather than presenting the case in a traditional, linear fashion, each episode is presented as a self-contained story that focuses on a specific aspect or character in the case. The order in which the episodes are watched, therefore, directly impacts the viewer's understanding of the case as a whole.

The show's creators, Anders Weidemann and John Mankiewicz, have said that they were inspired by the actual case of a man named Isauro Aguirre, who was convicted of the murder of his girlfriend's eight-year-old son Gabriel Fernandez. Aguirre's trial lasted for several years and was filled with numerous twists and turns, leading to questions over his guilt or innocence. Weidemann and Mankiewicz were intrigued by the idea of exploring how different versions of the truth can exist within a single case.

Throughout the series, viewers are presented with conflicting information and varying perspectives on the events surrounding Eric's case, ultimately forcing them to draw their own conclusions. At the core of the show is the question of what constitutes "truth," and whether there can ever be only one version of events in a criminal case.

Interrogation is a show that tackles complex themes of justice, truth, and morality, all while delivering a compelling and suspenseful crime drama. Its nonlinear storytelling approach keeps viewers engaged and guessing until the very end. With strong performances from a talented cast, led by the always excellent Peter Sarsgaard, Interrogation is a must-watch for fans of crime dramas and true crime stories.

  • Premiere Date
    February 6, 2020
  • IMDB Rating
    7.4  (2,473)