The Truth and Tragedy of Moriah Wilson, a Netflix documentary, will debut globally on April 3, 2026, the streamer confirmed alongside the release of its official trailer.
The film centers on professional cyclist Moriah Wilson, offering a portrait of her life, career, and the events that led to her death. The project revisits a case that drew national attention in May 2022 and the trial that followed.
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A documentary focused on life beyond headlines
The film presents an account of Moriah Wilson’s life, tracing her upbringing, her close relationship with her family, and the drive that shaped her athletic career.
According to the official synopsis, the documentary moves beyond the widely reported details of the case to explore the personal and emotional aftermath for those who knew her. The narrative is built around the perspectives of family members, friends, and colleagues.
The story examines how grief and loss affected Wilson’s community, while also highlighting moments of resilience and personal transformation in the years following her death.
The story of Moriah Wilson and the 2022 case
Moriah Wilson’s murder and the subsequent investigation became a national news story in the United States in May 2022.
The Truth and Tragedy of Moriah Wilson, Netflix revisits that period, including the search for the suspect and the legal proceedings that followed.
Creative team behind the documentary
The film is directed by Emmy Award–winning filmmaker Marina Zenovich, whose previous work includes I’m Chevy Chase and You’re Not.
Production is led by Academy Award–winning producer Evan Hayes, known for Free Solo. The executive producing team includes Ayesha Rokadia, Justin Barocas, P.G. Morgan, and Zenovich herself.
Editing is handled by Greg Finton, ACE, and Poppy Das, ACE.
The documentary is produced by Unreasonable Studios.
Format and production details
The Truth and Tragedy of Moriah Wilson is a feature-length documentary film.
The project combines archival material, interviews, and personal accounts to build its narrative, focusing on Wilson’s life and the events that followed her death.
The Poster
Key Details
- Release date: April 3, 2026 (global on Netflix)
- Format: Documentary film
- Subject: Cyclist Moriah Wilson
- Director: Marina Zenovich
- Producer: Evan Hayes
- Executive producers: Ayesha Rokadia, Justin Barocas, P.G. Morgan, Marina Zenovich
- Editors: Greg Finton, ACE; Poppy Das, ACE
- Production company: Unreasonable Studios
- Premise: A documentary exploring Moriah Wilson’s life, her murder, and the impact on her family, friends, and community
