The series follows the eponymous American college student, who arrives in Italy for her study abroad only to be wrongfully imprisoned for murder weeks later. The series traces Amanda’s relentless fight to prove her innocence and reclaim her freedom, and examines why authorities and the world stood so firmly in judgment.[2]
In March 2024, it was reported that Hulu had ordered a limited series about Amanda Knox. Produced by 20th Television and The Littlefield Company, Margaret Qualley had been signed on to portray Knox in the series and executive produce along with series creator K.J. Steinberg, Warren Littlefield, Lisa Harrison, Ann Johnson, Graham Littlefield of The Littlefield Company, Monica Lewinsky, Knox and Christopher Robinson.[6] Qualley had exited the project by April 2024 due to scheduling conflicts,[7] and Grace Van Patten was cast in the role in June.[8] In September 2024, Sharon Horgan joined the cast as Edda Mellas and the series was given the title of Amanda.[3]John Hoogenakker, Francesco Acquaroli, Giuseppe De Domenico and Roberta Mattei were also added to the cast later that month.[9] In March 2025, Rebecca Wisocky, Joe Lanza and Crosby Fitzgerald were cast in recurring roles.[10] The series was retitled to The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox along with the release of the trailer in July 2025.
Release
The series premiered on Hulu with the first two episodes on August 20, 2025, with the following six episodes being released weekly.[1]
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