Disney+ Series Revisits Controversial Natalia Grace Adoption Case

The drama 'Good American Family,' starring Ellen Pompeo, delves into the perplexing 2010 legal case with a focus on subjective perspectives and unresolved questions.

• The series 'Good American Family' premiered on Disney+ on April 9, 2025, with five episodes available immediately and five more to follow weekly.
• Based on the 2010 adoption case of Natalia Grace, the show explores disputed claims about her age and identity made by adoptive parents Kristine and Michael Barnett.
• Ellen Pompeo, known for her role in 'Grey's Anatomy,' stars as Kristine Barnett, marking her first major role in over 20 years.
• The show emphasizes the subjective nature of truth by presenting events from multiple perspectives, reflecting the public's divided interpretations of the case.
• The Natalia Grace case, one of the most unusual legal stories of the past two decades, has been a longstanding subject of media fascination and debate in the U.S.

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