By Ariana Tourangeau
masslive.com
BOSTON — “A Body In The Snow: The Trial of Karen Read” is an exclusive behind-the-scenes docuseries about the controversial Massachusetts trial that has divided a town. All five episodes are available to stream now.
The five-episode docuseries premiered on Monday, March 17. Those who missed it can stream it anytime on Investigation Discovery by using Philo or DirecTV Stream, each offering a free trial to new users. Sling and MAX are other options for streaming the show, and promotional offers are available.
The docuseries tells the story of Karen Read, who is on trial for the murder of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O’Keefe. Read maintains her innocence and argues she’s the victim of a police cover-up.
Read, who was indicted on charges including second-degree murder, says there was “zero chance” what happened to O’Keefe on Jan. 29, 2022 , was an accident.
The docuseries is possibly the most complete look at Read’s life and perspective on what happened between her first arrest in February 2022 and the end of her first trial in July 2024 .
Prosecutors say Read, 45, intentionally hit O’Keefe with her car outside the Canton home following a night of drinking amid turmoil in their relationship. Read believes he was beaten up inside the Canton home of a fellow Boston Police officer and his body was planted in the snow outside.
What is the Karen Read documentary about?
“A Body In The Snow: The Trial of Karen Read” features interviews with Read, her lawyers, David Yannetti , Alan Jackson and Elizabeth Little. Each episode moves chronologically from Read’s arrest and District Court arraignment to her indictment on second-degree murder charges in June 2022 and then her trial, which began in April 2024 . It includes several clips of previously unseen footage, including video of Read’s arrest on the murder charge.
How many episodes are in the Karen Read documentary?
There are five episodes in the docuseries, all of which are available to stream now. You can see the descriptions of each episode listed below:
- Episode 1: What happened at 34 Fairview?
- Episode 2: Did I Hit Him?
- Episode 3: How Long to Die in Cold
- Episode 4: A Town Divided
- Episode 5: The Verdict
Below is a look at the documentary from Investigation Discovery’s YouTube Channel:
How can I watch “A Body In The Snow: The Trial of Karen Read” without cable?
Those without cable can watch the show for free through Philo or DirecTV Stream each offering a free trial to new users. Sling and MAX are other options for streaming the show, and promotional offers are available.
What is Philo?
Philo is an over-the-top internet live TV streaming service that offers 70+ entertainment and lifestyle channels, like AMC, BET, MTV, Comedy Central and more, for the budget-friendly price of $28/month.
What is DirecTV Stream?
The streaming platform offers a plethora of content including streaming the best of live and On Demand, starting with more than 75 live TV channels.
What is Sling?
Sling TV is the first app-based TV service letting you stream live television and on-demand content over the internet. With Sling TV, you get to choose the television option that’s right for you, including Channel Add-ons, Premiums Add-ons, DVR Plus and more.
What is Max?
Max is an elite streaming service that brings all the iconic programming that you loved about HBO Max together with an even deeper library of crave-worthy genres like true crime, reality, food, comedy, and more — all for the same great price.
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