Obsession: The Jodi Arias Story

Dateline NBC

  • Apr 21, 2021
  • 41:34
  • Full Episode
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In this Dateline classic, Josh Mankiewicz takes an in-depth look into the case and trial of Jodi Arias, the 32-year-old Arizona woman who admitted to killing her former boyfriend, Travis Alexander. Originally aired on NBC on May 10, 2013.

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Brief Summary

The episode details the Jodi Arias trial, her relationship with Travis Alexander, and the public's fascination with the case.

Key points

  • The Trial's Verdict. The jury finds Jodi Arias guilty of first-degree murder, shocking the nation.
  • Jodi's Manipulative Nature. Jodi used sex to control Travis, complicating their relationship.
  • The Viral Trial. The Jodi Arias trial captivated millions, becoming a media sensation.
  • Jodi Arias Convicted of Murder. Jodi Arias was found guilty of first-degree murder, marking a dramatic conclusion to the trial.
  • Public Reaction to Verdict. The crowd outside erupted in cheers while Jodi Arias sat in silence inside the courtroom.

Tension

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