The Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst
The confession was just the beginning.
Robert Durst, scion of NY's billionaire real-estate family, has been accused of three murders but has evaded justice for over 30 years. Durst speaks in this true crime series, revealing secrets of a case that has baffled authorities.
Seasons
1. Chapter 1: A Body in the Bay
Air Date: 2015-02-08
A dismembered body discovered in Texas in 2001 is possibly connected to Durst. In 2012, Durst contacts director Andrew Jarecki about an interview.
2. Chapter 2: Poor Little Rich Boy
Air Date: 2015-02-15
Robert Durst discusses witnessing his mother's suicide when he was a child and his 1973 marriage to Kathleen McCormack, who disappeared in 1982.
3. Chapter 3: The Gangster's Daughter
Air Date: 2015-02-22
Nearly 20 years after his wife disappeared, Robert Durst makes headlines again when his longtime confidante Susan Berman--a potential witness in the disappearance of Kathie Durst--is murdered in LA.
4. Chapter 4: The State of Texas vs. Robert Durst
Air Date: 2015-03-01
Two years after the dismembered body of Morris Black washed up on the shores of Galveston, TX, Robert Durst goes on trial with a formidable team of attorneys and a brilliant defense strategy.
5. Chapter 5: Family Values
Air Date: 2015-03-08
Present Day: In the 33 years since Kathie Durst disappeared, no progress has been made in finding out what happened to her, or finding her body. Without answers, her family and friends continue to hunt for the truth.
6. Chapter 6: What the Hell Did I Do?
Air Date: 2015-03-15
Present day: Nearly a decade has passed since the filmmakers began investigating Robert Durst and his alleged crimes. They have spoken to more than 100 participants in Robert's story, including family, friends, police, lawyers, jurors and journalists in an attempt to get at the truth.
1. Why Are You Still Here?
Air Date: 2024-04-21
As new evidence is revealed, Robert Durst is arrested and charged with Susan Berman's murder. But who will support Bob in his time of need?
2. Friendships Die Hard
Air Date: 2024-04-28
From jail, Bob makes frequent calls to people who've helped him in the past, including a longtime friend who is keeping his own secret.
3. Saving My Tears Until It's Official
Air Date: 2024-05-05
At trial, prosecutors revisit the 1982 disappearance of Bob's first wife Kathie and make the case that Susan helped Bob cover up the crime.
4. The Unluckiest Man in the World
Air Date: 2024-05-12
Longtime Durst confidant Stewart Altman defends him on the stand, but when his wife Emily testifies, she reveals crucial new details.
5. Mostly the Truth
Air Date: 2024-05-19
Bob takes the stand to tell his version of events, but on cross-examination finds prosecutor Lewin better-prepared than he anticipated.
6. It Takes a Village
Air Date: 2024-05-26
After Bob's death, Kathie's family files a lawsuit against his estate – forcing his friends and family to go on the record.
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Rating
8.0/10
Release Date
2015-02-08
Episodes
12 (2 seasons)
Status
Ended
Cast
Videos
Production Companies
HBO
Hit the Ground Running Films
Blumhouse Television
HBO Documentary Films