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Goop Interview Backlash Follows New Episodes of Hulu’s ‘The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox

Recent episodes revisit evidence handling and media bias, with Knox credited as co-writer of the finale.

Overview

  • The eight-part limited series premiered August 20 and drops new episodes on Wednesdays, with the finale slated for October 1 on Hulu.
  • Amanda Knox serves as an executive producer with Monica Lewinsky and Warren Littlefield, and she collaborated closely with star Grace Van Patten during production.
  • Showrunner K. J. Steinberg cites a three-year research process behind an eight-episode structure that extends beyond verdicts to explore Knox’s return to everyday life.
  • Current installments examine contested police practices in the case, including disputed evidence handling and a coerced confession, without revealing upcoming plot specifics.
  • Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop podcast episode featuring Knox drew a wave of critical comments from listeners, highlighting scrutiny of the series’ promotion.