Series synopsis
Murdaugh: Death in the Family is an American drama crime television series that premiered on Hulu on October 15, 2025. It ended on November 19, 2025. It was created by Michael D. Fuller, Erin Lee Carr. It stars Patricia Arquette, Jason Clarke, J. Smith-Cameron and Will Harrison.
Maggie and Alex enjoy a lavish life of privilege as members of one of South Carolina's most powerful legal dynasties. But when their son Paul is involved in a deadly boat crash, the family is faced with a test unlike any they've ever encountered. As details come to light and new challenges emerge, the family's connections to several mysterious deaths raise questions which threaten everything Maggie and Alex hold dear.
Premise
Maggie and Alex enjoy a lavish life of privilege as members of one of South Carolina's most powerful legal dynasties. But when their son Paul is involved in a deadly boat crash, the family is faced with a test unlike any they've ever encountered. As details come to light and new challenges emerge, the family's connections to several mysterious deaths raise questions which threaten everything Maggie and Alex hold dear.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Patricia Arquette as Maggie Murdaugh
- Jason Clarke as Alex Murdaugh
- J. Smith-Cameron as Marian Proctor
- Will Harrison as Buster Murdaugh
- Johnny Berchtold as Paul Murdaugh
- Brittany Snow as Mandy Matney
- Noah Emmerich as Randy Murdaugh
- Kathleen Wilhoite as Gloria Satterfield
Supporting cast
- Tommy Dewey as Mark Tinsle
- Gerald McRaney as Randolph Murdaugh
- Mina Sundwall as Brooklynn White
Guest cast
- Patch Darragh as John Marvin Murdaugh
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 8 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 8 | October 15, 2025 | November 19, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Family Tradition It’s 2021, and prominent South Carolina lawyer Alex discovers his wife Maggie and son Paul murdered outside their home. Flashing back three years earlier, Maggie throws a party while Alex pursues a new business venture, and Paul has a wild night. |
October 15, 2025 |
| 2 |
One Is Missing Alex attempts to control the narrative of the boat crash, while Maggie contends with the severe consequences of Paul's actions. A young reporter, Mandy, takes an interest in the Family. |
October 15, 2025 |
| 3 |
Kokomo To escape the negative attention brought on by Paul’s legal issues, Alex takes the family on a luxury Caribbean vacation where truths are revealed and troubles arise. |
October 15, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Hulu |
|---|---|
| First aired | October 15, 2025 |
| Last aired | November 19, 2025 |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Wednesday |