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Netflix Documentary Reexamines Jason Corbett Case, Highlighting Justice System Failures

‘A Deadly American Marriage’ features interviews with key figures, sparking renewed focus on the 2015 killing and its contentious legal aftermath.

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Molly Martens and Jason Corbett married in 2011.
Photo of Jack, Jason, Molly, and Sarah Corbett

Overview

  • Jason Corbett, an Irishman living in North Carolina, was killed in 2015 by his wife Molly Martens and her father, Thomas Martens, who claimed self-defense.
  • Following their initial 2016 murder convictions, the Martens' sentences were overturned on appeal, leading to a 2023 plea deal for manslaughter charges and their release in 2024.
  • The Netflix documentary, released May 9, 2025, features perspectives from the Martens, Corbett's children, and his family, showcasing conflicting narratives about the events and aftermath.
  • Corbett’s family criticizes the judicial process, describing the case as emblematic of systemic failures and advocating for justice and victim support.
  • The documentary includes law enforcement and legal insights, revisiting forensic evidence and the violent nature of the crime scene.