A&E is bringing back its true-crime documentary series Accused: Guilty or Innocent? and launching a new companion series, Accused: Did I Do It?. Both shows, produced by Brinkworth Productions, present a close look at the US justice system.
Here’s the Lowdown: Accused: Guilty or Innocent? returns on March 20, 2025, at 9pm ET/PT with a special two-hour premiere, this will be followed by new one-hour episodes airing weekly at 9pm ET/PT. This series follows individuals facing trial for serious crimes, showing the process from the accused’s perspective. The new show Accused: Did I Do It? starts on March 27, 2025, at 10:30pm ET/PT. It examines cases that have already gone through the court system, focusing on individuals convicted of serious crimes.
What This Means Now: True-crime fans have two shows to look forward to on A&E. The original Accused series provides a real-time look at ongoing trials, while the new series gives a retrospective view of completed cases, keeping the audience guessing about the location of the accused until the very end.
The Bigger Picture: These series show A&E’s commitment to true-crime programming, giving viewers different perspectives on the legal process. Accused: Guilty or Innocent? provides the tension of an unfolding trial, while Accused: Did I Do It? presents a completed case with all the evidence and testimonies, but with an added element of mystery. Both will be available on demand and to stream.
