About Pamela Smart: An American Murder Mystery

"Pamela Smart: An American Murder Mystery" is a compelling three-part series released in 2018. The show takes a deep dive into the infamous case of Pamela Smart, a media coordinator for a New Hampshire school district, who was accused of orchestrating the murder of her husband to collect his insurance money. The television saga uncovers hidden facts about the case and presents a balanced array of opinions, interviews, and revelations, leaving the audience to form their own judgement.

Making / Production

The series marks an investigative collaboration of the production teams at Investigation Discovery, American Media, Inc, and Jupiter Entertainment. Through extensive research and meticulous presentation, they have created a riveting account of the case that mesmerized America in the early 1990s.

Actors

• Andrea Canning: The main narrator of the series. Her balanced storytelling helps build audience engagement and adds depth to the narrative.
• Daniel Washington: Depicts Gregg Smart, Pamela’s husband. He encapsulates the charm and tragic end of the character well.
• Paula Jean Hixson: Plays the role of Cecilia Pierce, Pamela’s intern who became a key witness. She successfully conveys the anguish and dilemma of the character.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The show is based on one of America's most publicized murder trials.
• The series unfolds the story through 12 people directly connected with the case.
• Pamela’s trial was the first to be televised gavel-to-gavel.

Awards

Quotes

• "Everyone thinks they know what happened because they saw a movie – and that movie is total fiction.” – Pamela Smart
• "Pam was too upset to even go into Greg's funeral. I mean, who's too upset to go to their own husband's funeral?” – Linda Wojas, Pamela's mother

Music and Soundtrack

• The series features contemporary and period music, accentuating the intense emotions and dramatic delivery of the storyline. Specific tracks are not disclosed.