TVTV NewsITVThe “harrowing” true crime drama has been described as a “slow motion nightmare”.Hayley Anderson Screen Time TV Reporter11:05, 17 Jul 2026Updated 11:07, 17 Jul 2026The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox official trailerTrue crime drama fans need to watch this “haunting” real-life story that’s left viewers “incredibly emotional”.‌Amanda Knox was wrongfully convicted for the murder of her roommate Meredith Kercher in 2007 when they were studying in Perugia, Italy.‌After a false confession was coerced out of the 20-year-old American following a 53-hour police interrogation, Amanda spent four years in an Italian prison.‌The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox, which debuts tonight, Friday, July 17, at 9pm, on ITV, takes a closer look at “her journey to set herself free”.The true crime drama initially aired last year on Disney Plus but the limited series has now made its way to ITV and is also streaming for free on ITVX.‌The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox’s cast is led by Tell Me Lies actress Grace Van Patten, who is joined by Bad Sisters’ Sharon Horgan as Amanda’s mum Edda Mellas.Van Patten also stars alongside her real-life sister and Euphoria season three star Anna Van Patten who takes on the role of Amanda’s younger sister Deanna.Describing it as a “haunting descent into fear, injustice and resilience”, an IMdB user praised: “The series doesn't just retell her story - it pulls you into it…‌“This isn't an easy watch, but it's an unforgettable one.”A second echoed: “Have binge watched this twice now end to end on Disney, each time sobbing like a child at the story brilliantly acted before me on the screen.”‌Another commented: “This is one of my favorite shows that I have ever watched. It is so emotionally powerful and compelling.”As someone else who was admittedly “completely hooked” added that it has “amazing acting and storytelling”.The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox is airing two episodes every Friday night from 9pm to 11pm.Article continues belowHowever, if you wish to binge-watch the entire boxset, the true crime drama is now ready to stream on ITVX.The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox premieres on Friday, July 17, at 9pm, on ITV and ITVX.Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌ITVAmanda KnoxDisney