Amazon Prime Video’s chilling four-part docuseries, based on James Patterson and Vicky Ward’s investigative book The Idaho Four: An American Tragedy, premieres July 11. Here’s where to stream and pre-order the book.
[Washington, DC], July 11:
The gripping real-crime docuseries One Night in Idaho: The College Murders premieres on Amazon Prime Video this Friday, July 11, bringing global attention back to the chilling 2022 murder of four University of Idaho students. The four-part series is based on the upcoming book The Idaho Four: An American Tragedy, written by bestselling author James Patterson and investigative journalist Vicky Ward, which is now available for pre-order on Amazon and Walmart ahead of its official release on July 14.
The nearly 450-page nonfiction book explores the brutal killing of students Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin, which took place in the early morning hours of November 13, 2022, in Moscow, Idaho. Drawing from more than 300 exclusive interviews, the book offers new insight into the victims’ lives, the police investigation, and the shocking arrest of the suspect.
📺 What Is ‘One Night in Idaho’ About?
The docuseries presents never-before-seen footage and the first-ever interviews with the families of Madison Mogen and Ethan Chapin, making it the most emotionally resonant and detailed account of the tragedy to date. All four episodes will be available to stream starting July 11.
“This series doesn’t just recount a crime—it explores the cultural, legal, and emotional aftermath of an event that gripped the nation,” said a spokesperson for Prime Video.
The docuseries also coincides with a major development in the case: on July 2, 2025, Bryan Kohberger, the prime suspect in the murders, pleaded guilty to all charges. His sentencing is scheduled for July 23, where he faces four consecutive life sentences without parole.
📘 About the Book: ‘The Idaho Four: An American Tragedy’
Written by James Patterson, one of the world’s most prolific thriller authors, and Vicky Ward, a veteran investigative journalist, the book dives deep into:
- The lives of the victims
- Law enforcement’s missteps
- Community trauma and response
- Exclusive details from sources close to the investigation
- A behind-the-scenes look at the national media frenzy
The book is currently available for pre-order on Amazon and Walmart, with the official release set for July 14.
📺 Where to Watch: Streaming Details
- Release Date: Friday, July 11
- Episodes: 4 (all available at once)
- Platform: Amazon Prime Video
- Free Trial: Watch with a 30-day free trial of Prime Video
- Streaming Link: Watch on Prime Video
🎥 Other Documentaries on the Idaho College Murders:
For viewers looking to explore other perspectives on the case, several additional documentaries are available:
- The Idaho College Murders – Streaming on Hulu
- The Idaho Student Murders – A Peacock Original
- CyberSleuths: The Idaho Murders – Streaming on Paramount+
Each offers its own narrative and analysis, but One Night in Idaho stands out for its exclusive family interviews and its connection to a comprehensive book investigation.
With One Night in Idaho: The College Murders debuting on Prime Video and The Idaho Four: An American Tragedy hitting shelves shortly after, viewers and readers have an unprecedented opportunity to understand this complex and heartbreaking case in depth. Whether you’re watching for true crime insight or reading for journalistic depth, this multi-platform release offers a definitive look at one of America’s most haunting college campus crimes.