The Outreau Case: A French Nightmare

S01E02: Spiraling Out of Control

As the case grows ever larger and the horror of the nation bears down upon him, Burgaud becomes increasingly reliant on Myriam Badaoui's testimony.

Overview

A tragic affair of child abuse and judicial disaster, this docuseries revisits the Outreau case, one of the biggest scandals in French history.

Episodes

The Renard Block

S01E01 The Renard Block

March 15, 2024 10.0 45 min
Outreau, 2001. A shocking case of family incest morphs into a terrifying threat of widespread child abuse. One young judge is assigned to the case.
Spiraling Out of Control

S01E02 Spiraling Out of Control

March 15, 2024 45 min
As the case grows ever larger and the horror of the nation bears down upon him, Burgaud becomes increasingly reliant on Myriam Badaoui's testimony.
The Trial

S01E03 The Trial

March 15, 2024 45 min
After three long years, the trial finally begins. As the lawyers for the defense start working together, they bring about a shift in the narrative.
Justice

S01E04 Justice

March 15, 2024 48 min
The jury renders its verdict and a new trial is held in Paris. As the entire justice system is called into question, the French public demands answers.

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