Overview
- The finale centers on legal proceedings tied to the killings of Maggie and Paul, opting for a restrained, procedural tone over spectacle.
- Producers note that key dialogue was taken verbatim from real court transcripts to anchor pivotal scenes in the public record.
- The episode emphasizes how investigators’ evidence is presented to connect events, reflecting reporting that has long surrounded the case.
- The series frames its narrative around Alex Murdaugh’s culpability and the impact on his surviving son rather than attempting a comprehensive account of every related tragedy.
- No second season has been announced, and the cocreator says it would require significant real-world developments as appeals and other legal matters continue.