Plot Synopsis

Featuring legal analyst Beth Karas from THE CURIOUS CASE OF NATALIA GRACE, THE CURIOUS CASE OF... is a one-hour docuseries that dives into some of the most shocking true crime cases and unbelievable scandals. From a con man with multiple identities whose crimes stretch across the globe to a religious doomsday cult centered around worshipping cats, each episode goes inside these real-life cases exposing bizarre secrets, shattered lives, and twisted motives. Led by Karas, with her extensive legal expertise and insight, each story uncovers deceit, greed, and manipulation and offer key access to shocking, first-hand accounts -- proving the truth is much more chilling than fiction.

The series premiere delves into the tumultuous sobriety journey of JACKASS star Bam Margera. The episode examines whether Margera's path to sobriety spiraled into complete chaos after being caught in the crosshairs of two unique personalities. When BJ Corville, a lawyer and YouTuber passionate about celebrity conservatorships, discovers Margera is in a legal guardianship led by tech entrepreneur Lima Jeramovic, who is using her VR technology to treat Margera's addiction; Corville takes action online to expose Margera's situation. But what starts as a digital disagreement between the two soon evolves into a complicated situation, with real-world consequences. The program features access to Jeramovic, Corville, and Margera, along with interviews with Margera's family and his former Jackass co-star, Steve-O. Additional installments in the six-episode first season include:

"The Girl Who Died Twice" (Monday, January 20, 2025 at 10pm): In 1981, 13-year-old Mary Day vanishes, and investigators suspect her stepfather may have killed her, but they never recover her body. Decades later, a woman claiming to be Mary appears, stirring suspicion and debate. Is this Mary Day or an imposter?

"The Orphan Imposter" (Monday, January 27, 2025 at 11pm): Master conman Nicholas Rossi fakes his death to evade justice, adopts new identities and leaves a trail of alleged crimes across continents. Now resurfaced as "Arthur Knight," he spins his most audacious con in court.

"The Funeral Home of Horrors" (Monday, February 3, 2025 at 10pm): Jon and Carie Hallford's "Return to Nature" promises eco-friendly care but instead leaves bodies decomposing in filth and provides families with concrete instead of ashes. When investigators arrive, the Hallfords flee, leaving families demanding justice and answers.

"Jodi Hildebrandt" (Monday, February 10, 2025 at 10pm): Therapist Jodi Hildebrandt's crusade against masturbation drives a wedge between couples in crisis. She forms a dark alliance with Mormon mommy vlogger Ruby Franke, but a horrifying 911 call exposes the depths of their bizarre beliefs.

"The Doomsday Cat Cult" (Monday, February 17, 2025 at 10pm; 2-hour episode): Preacher Sheryl Ruthven, a self-proclaimed prophet, beguiles her followers into subservience and uses them to settle personal scores. As her beliefs grow increasingly bizarre, she demands her congregation adopt cats, believing the animals' souls will save them in the impending apocalypse. Her manipulation drives followers into intense isolation, financial ruin, and bizarre rituals, tearing families apart and exploiting loyalty - all under the promise of salvation.