Storyline
The documentary tells the hitherto unknown story behind an extraordinary and desperate fight to bring the truth to light. Told and made by those who lived it, the filmmakers' unprecedented access to the inner workings of the defense allows the film to show the investigation, research, and appeals process in a way that has never been seen before; revealing shocking and disturbing new information about a case that still haunts the American South.
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Cast & Crew
Damien Echols
Self
Jessie Misskelley Jr.
Self
Jason Baldwin
Self
Pam Hobbs
Self – Stevie Branch's Mother
Steve Jones
Self – Former Juvenile Officer, Crittenden County
John Fogleman
Self – Former Deputy Prosecutor
Jerry Driver
Self – Former Juvenile Corrections Officer
Sharon French
Self – Juror #9 - Echols/Baldwin Trial
Lorri Davis
Self – Damien's Wife
Mara Leveritt
Self – Author - "Devil's Knot"
Martin Hill
Self – Case Researcher
Dan Stidham
Self – Defense Attorney for Jessie Misskelley
Frequently Asked Questions
West of Memphis was released on November 22, 2012.
The runtime of West of Memphis is 2h 30m.
West of Memphis is a Documentary movie.
West of Memphis has a rating of 7.4 out of 10 on TMDB.
West of Memphis is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
West of Memphis was directed by Amy J. Berg.
The main cast of West of Memphis includes Damien Echols, Jessie Misskelley Jr., Jason Baldwin.
West of Memphis is originally in English.