Hulu’s latest true crime series, The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox, has reignited debate and fascination around one of the most notorious criminal cases of the 21st century. The eight-part show, which premiered in August 2025 and is also streaming on Disney+ in the UK and Ireland, dives deep into the 2007 murder investigation of British student Meredith Kercher in Perugia, Italy, and the subsequent legal and media maelstrom that engulfed Amanda Knox. Told in a dual-timeline format, the series not only revisits the immediate aftermath of the murder but also follows Knox’s return to Italy in 2022, accompanied by her husband Chris Robinson and her mother, as she continues to fight for her name.
For Amanda Knox, now 37, this series is more than just another retelling. According to Evening Standard, it’s her attempt to finally “set the record straight” after nearly two decades of being at the center of global controversy. Knox, who was wrongly convicted along with her then-boyfriend Raffaele Sollecito, endured eight years of legal turmoil and four years behind bars before her exoneration. The series, executive-produced by Knox and Robinson through their Knox Robinson Productions, is the first time she has had such direct control over the narrative—a significant shift after years of sensationalized documentaries, tabloid headlines, and even Hollywood films that, as Knox has argued, fictionalized her experience without her consent.
Grace Van Patten, who stepped into the role of Amanda Knox in 2024 after the original actress withdrew due to scheduling conflicts, delivers what Evening Standard calls a “fantastic” portrayal. Van Patten captures Knox’s “unfortunate blend of brash Americanism and kookiness,” a combination that, as the series suggests, gave both Italian police and the British press fuel to twist perceptions and, ultimately, the course of the investigation. The show’s creative flourishes—animated travel leaflets, surreal courtroom visuals, and the sudden absence of subtitles as Knox becomes overwhelmed—are designed to immerse viewers in her confusion and fear, making the emotional weight of the case palpable.
Yet, the series does not shy away from critiquing the Italian justice system’s mishandling of the case. As detailed in Evening Standard, the show depicts the jaw-dropping missteps: phone tapping, physical assault during interrogation, and even a faked HIV test used to extract a list of sexual partners from Knox. Perhaps most damning, evidence cross-contamination is alluded to in fleeting shots, highlighting the chaos and incompetence that marred the investigation. Rudy Guede, the man whose fingerprints and DNA were found throughout the crime scene and who had a history of violence, is only introduced later in the series, echoing the real-life delays and confusion that plagued the case.
Meredith Kercher’s memory is handled with care. The show never depicts her death on screen, instead focusing on her life and vibrancy, though some critics and Kercher’s family have expressed discomfort over the show’s existence, fearing it centers Knox’s perspective at the expense of the victim’s. The British media’s role is also scrutinized, with tabloid journalists depicted as eager for salacious headlines, while the Italian investigators are shown as brooding and, at times, cartoonishly villainous—a portrayal likely to provoke mixed reactions among international audiences.
One of the more controversial figures in the drama is Giuliano Mignini, the prosecutor who famously theorized about satanic sex cults and bizarre rituals based on scant evidence. The show, as Evening Standard notes, extends “more grace than it should” to Mignini, whose theories were widely ridiculed but nonetheless contributed to the public’s and the court’s perception of Knox. The simultaneous trial of Patrick Lumumba, Knox’s former employer whom she falsely implicated under extreme duress, is also depicted, emphasizing the pressures and manipulations Knox faced during her interrogations.
Behind the scenes, Amanda Knox’s journey has been marked by resilience and a steadfast support system in her husband, Chris Robinson. Born and raised in Federal Way, Washington, Robinson is a writer, poet, and podcaster with a distinguished academic background, including degrees from the University of Washington, Boston University, and Hunter College. The couple met in 2015 at a book launch, just months after Knox’s exoneration. According to Cinemaholic, Robinson was the only person at the event who didn’t know about Knox’s infamous past, a factor that allowed their friendship—and later romance—to blossom without preconceptions.
Their relationship moved quickly, culminating in a private wedding in December 2018, followed by a whimsical time-travel-themed ceremony in February 2020. Settling in Vashon, Washington, in 2019, the pair have since become active members of their community, raising two children—Eureka Muse (born 2021) and Echo (born 2023)—and keeping their family life largely out of the public eye. They are also the proud owners of two cats, Mr. Fats and Emil, though they mourned the loss of their beloved Mr. Screams shortly after their engagement announcement.
Creatively, Knox and Robinson are deeply collaborative. They co-authored The Cardio Tesseract, a collection of love poems exchanged during their courtship, and launched the podcast Labyrinths in October 2020. The show, which ran for five years until July 2025, explored stories of resilience and personal growth, often drawing from their own experiences—including the miscarriage they suffered before the birth of their daughter. Their production company, Knox Robinson Productions, has become a hub for developing podcasts, books, films, and TV shows, including The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox.
Robinson has been unwavering in his support of Knox, even accompanying her to Florence, Italy, in 2024 as she fought—unsuccessfully—to overturn a 2009 slander conviction related to the Kercher case. He has also become an advocate for the wrongfully convicted, serving as an ambassador for the Innocence Network. Despite their public work, the couple is fiercely protective of their children’s privacy, choosing not to share their images on social media.
With The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox, Knox and Robinson have taken a bold step in reclaiming the narrative that has so often been told by others. The show’s mixed reception—praised for its performances and creative risks, criticized for its narrative complexity and portrayal of certain figures—reflects the enduring controversy and complexity of the case itself. For Amanda Knox, the journey to set the record straight continues, but at least now, she’s telling her own story.
