Defending Jacob isn’t based on a true story, but it’s inspired by similar real-life cases. Adapted for Apple TV+ by Mark Bomback, the crime-themed series is centered on a 14-year-old boy accused of murder. Defending Jacob stars Chris Evans and Michelle Dockery as Andy and Laurie Barber. When their son Jacob is accused of murdering a classmate, they’re concerned about the long-term consequences. After evidence connects Jacob to the crime scene, Andy and Laurie are forced to consider the unthinkable.
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