This stranger-than-fiction series explores the question of whether Natalia Barnett is an exploited Ukrainian child with dwarfism or a dangerous adult masquerading as a child. Featuring exclusive bombshell interviews with members of Natalia's adoptive family, relatives, friends, legal experts, and neighbors, this docuseries offers a never-before-seen glimpse into the Barnett family, Natalia's identity, Michael Barnett's October 2022 trial, as well as key insights into new theories and evidence.
Episode Ratings Grid
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🏆 Top Episodes
#1 7.3
S1E3Nightmare Neighbor
Now re-aged as an adult and living alone, Natalia wreaks havoc at her new apartment by sexually propositioning and stalking the residents. Meanwhile, the Barnett’s truly sinister side emerges as they face a social services investigation into Natalia.
#2
S1E4 7.3
Victim or Villain?
The Barnetts, now divorced, abandon Natalia in an apartment in Lafayette, Indiana. With no food, a/c, electricity or phone, the police get involved. Despite Michael’s efforts to blame Kristine solely, his shocking confessions lead to their arrests.
#3
S1E1 7.2
Meet the Barnetts
The Barnett’s adoption of Natalia, an allegedly six-year-old Ukrainian Orphan, turns into a nightmare when they learn she may not be six or Ukrainian. With suspicions mounting, the Barnetts discover they may have an adult stranger in their home.
4. S1E2 "Orphan or Imposter?" 7.2
5. S1E5 "Barnett vs. Barnett" 7.1
6. S2E1 "Age, Rage & the Big Lie" 7.1
7. S2E4 "Houses of Horror" 7.0
8. S2E2 "For the Love of Money" 6.8
9. S1E6 "Punch or Be Punched" 6.7
10. S2E3 "By Any Means Necessary" 6.7
📉 Bottom Episodes
#16
S3E4 6.2
Breaking the Chains
Natalia fights to break free from the suffocating grip of her manipulative parents, Cynthia and Antwon; as their deceit unravels, she reclaims her life with a new, loving family.
15. S3E3 "The Hell Loop" 6.2
14. S3E2 "The Rescue" 6.2
13. S3E1 "It's a Manses World" 6.4
12. S2E6 "One Door Closes" 6.5
The Quality Arc
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Episode Engagement
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8Infamous
0Hidden Gems
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Most Infamous:S1E6Punch or Be Punched
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Series Trajectory
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Season Momentum
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Season Consistency
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