The Curious Case of Natalia Grace

TV-142023•43m•7.7/10

CrimeDocumentary

Ratings

🎬TMDb

7.7/10(53)

This stranger-than-fiction series explores the question of whether Natalia Barnett is an exploited Ukrainian child with dwarfism or a dangerous adult masquerading as a child. Featuring exclusive bombshell interviews with members of Natalia's adoptive family, relatives, friends, legal experts, and neighbors, this docuseries offers a never-before-seen glimpse into the Barnett family, Natalia's identity, Michael Barnett's October 2022 trial, as well as key insights into new theories and evidence.

Open in PickFlick

Production

Hot Snakes Media

Language

Status

Ended

First Aired

May 29, 2023

Last Aired

January 7, 2025

Networks

Investigation Discovery

Trailers & Videos

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

No providers available for this region.

Available in Your Library

Seasons & Episodes

Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.

Season

Meet the Barnetts

Air date: 2023-05-29

The Barnett’s adoption of Natalia, an allegedly six-year-old Ukrainian Orphan, turns into a nightmare when they learn she may not be six or Ukrainian. With suspicions mounting, the Barnetts discover they may have an adult stranger in their home.

Orphan or Imposter?

Air date: 2023-05-29

Michael Barnett reveals Natalia tried to poison and harm them as the Barnett’s own lies surface. This information leads to the question -- is there more than one villain here?

Nightmare Neighbor

Air date: 2023-05-30

Now re-aged as an adult and living alone, Natalia wreaks havoc at her new apartment by sexually propositioning and stalking the residents. Meanwhile, the Barnett’s truly sinister side emerges as they face a social services investigation into Natalia.

Victim or Villain?

Air date: 2023-05-31

The Barnetts abandon Natalia in an apartment in Lafayette, Indiana. With no food, a/c, electricity or phone, the police get involved. Despite Michael’s efforts to blame Kristine solely, his shocking confessions lead to their arrests.

Barnett vs. Barnett

Air date: 2023-05-31

As Michael’s trial approaches, he shifts fault to Kristine and catches a break when the judge throws out any discussion of Natalia’s age during the trial.