Sherri Papini: Caught in the Lie
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| Directed by | Nicole Rittenmeyer |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| No. of episodes | 4 |
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| Cinematography | Denis Zannatta |
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| Running time | 42-43 minutes |
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| Network | Investigation Discovery |
| Release | May 26 – May 27, 2025 |
Sherri Papini: Caught in the Lie is an American documentary series directed by Nicole Rittenmeyer. It explores the Sherri Papini kidnapping hoax, from the perspective of Papini.
It premiered on May 26, 2025, on Investigation Discovery.
Premise
Explores the Sherri Papini kidnapping hoax, from the perspective of Papini, who gives her first interview. Papini additionally reenacts her disappearance and takes a polygraph test.[1][2] Interviews include Papini's parents, former sister-in-law and sister.[3]
Episodes
| No. | Title | Directed by | Original release date | U.S. viewers (millions) |
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| 1 | "Exodus" | Nicole Rittenmeyer | May 26, 2025[4] | 0.484[5] |
| 2 | "I'm A Liar" | Nicole Rittenmeyer | May 26, 2025 | 0.484[5] |
| 3 | "Multiple Truths" | Nicole Rittenmeyer | May 27, 2025 | 0.325[6] |
| 4 | "It's Complicated" | Nicole Rittenmeyer | May 27, 2025 | 0.325[6] |
Production
In July 2024, it was announced Investigation Discovery had ordered a documentary series revolving around the Sherri Papini kidnapping hoax, with Papini set to give her first interview.[7]
References
- ^ Bernard, April (May 21, 2025). "Bombshell New Interview on Fake Kidnapping: Who Does Sherri Papini Name as Her Abductor Now?". Us Weekly. Retrieved May 25, 2025.
- ^ Dodd, Johnny (May 21, 2025). "Is Kidnap Hoaxer Sherri Papini a Liar — or a Victim? Director of Explosive New Doc Says Both". People. Retrieved May 25, 2025.
- ^ Bernard, April (May 24, 2025). "Do Sherri's Loved Ones Think She Was Kidnapped? Breaking Down Their Mixed Opinions". Us Weekly. Retrieved May 25, 2025.
- ^ "Sherri Papini: Caught in the Lie". The Futon Critic. Retrieved May 25, 2025.
- ^ a b Pucci, Douglas (May 29, 2025). "Monday Ratings: American Music Awards Rise to 6-Year High in CBS Debut". Programming Insider. Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ a b Pucci, Douglas (May 30, 2025). "Tuesday Ratings: NBC Tops Broadcast Networks with 'America's Got Talent' 20th Season Premiere and 'Destination X' Debut". Programming Insider. Retrieved May 31, 2025.
- ^ White, Peter (July 1, 2024). "Sherri Papini To Tell Her Story In Investigation Discovery Docuseries". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 25, 2025.