Watch with free trial
Sign in
Two Shallow Graves
Two Shallow Graves

Two Shallow Graves

—Exploring the murder of the McStay family and the controversial trial of suspect Charles Merritt.
1 seasonDocumentary, Crime
Essential planBundle+ plan
Watch with free trial
Compare plans
Investigation Discovery channel logo
7-day free trial (new users only), then $25 + tax per month.
Cancel anytime. See terms.

Watch Now

Season 17 of 7 Episodes

  • The fate of the missing McStay family remains a mystery for three years until their bodies surface in two shallow graves in the desert; prosecutors accuse Chase Merritt of the crime, and the trial begins with each side presenting their case.

  • A bombshell witness upends the Merritt murder trial, claiming someone else confessed to the McStay murders; Merritt's girlfriend gives him an alibi, but the prosecution attempts to discredit her on the witness stand.

  • Police investigate other suspects, including a business associate taking money, an ex-boyfriend still in love with Summer McStay and a new husband with a violent past; footage of a truck leaving the McStay house may reveal the killer.

  • Merritt's phone pings close to the desert graves, and authorities speculate about whether he buried the bodies; prosecutors suggest he tried to delete records to cover his tracks; defense attorney takes a sudden leave of absence.

  • New DNA discovered in the graves may reveal who murdered the McStays; the defense questions Joseph's brother on his alibi, and they cannot locate the suspect they believe may have ties to the killings.

  • If Merritt testifies, the jurors will learn about his criminal past; the defense and prosecution present their final arguments with closing statements, and it's now up to the jury to determine guilt or innocence.

  • The McStay family's disappearance haunts police for three years until their remains turn up in the desert; prosecutors say evidence proves Chase Merritt killed them, but Merritt declares his innocence, claiming they misinterpret the facts.

Record to Watch Later

7 episodes will be broadcast over the next two weeks

    Vanished
    The Missed Call
    The Killer's Truck
    The Desert Ping
    Where's Dan?
    The Verdict
    Stay Out of Dodge
  • Vanished

    The fate of the missing McStay family remains a mystery for three years until their bodies surface in two shallow graves in the desert; prosecutors accuse Chase Merritt of the crime, and the trial begins with each side presenting their case.
    Upcoming
  • The Missed Call

    A bombshell witness upends the Merritt murder trial, claiming someone else confessed to the McStay murders; Merritt's girlfriend gives him an alibi, but the prosecution attempts to discredit her on the witness stand.
    Upcoming
  • The Killer's Truck

    Police investigate other suspects, including a business associate taking money, an ex-boyfriend still in love with Summer McStay and a new husband with a violent past; footage of a truck leaving the McStay house may reveal the killer.
    Upcoming
  • The Desert Ping

    Merritt's phone pings close to the desert graves, and authorities speculate about whether he buried the bodies; prosecutors suggest he tried to delete records to cover his tracks; defense attorney takes a sudden leave of absence.
    Upcoming
  • Where's Dan?

    New DNA discovered in the graves may reveal who murdered the McStays; the defense questions Joseph's brother on his alibi, and they cannot locate the suspect they believe may have ties to the killings.
    Upcoming
  • The Verdict

    If Merritt testifies, the jurors will learn about his criminal past; the defense and prosecution present their final arguments with closing statements, and it's now up to the jury to determine guilt or innocence.
    Upcoming
Two Shallow Graves

More about Two Shallow Graves

Exploring the murder of the McStay family and the controversial trial of suspect Charles Merritt.

Starring

Adam Bemis, Gina Watson, Tony Azzaro, Michael McStay

Subscribe to Enjoy 70+ Channels

Watch and record live TV with a Philo subscription

One Subscription.
Endless Entertainment.
Unlock live TV, binge-worthy shows, hit movies, and more. Starting at $25/month.
View plans
  • Murdaugh Murders: Deadly Dynasty
  • Killer Cases
  • Crime Scene Confidential
  • Menendez: Monsters or Misjudged?
  • Who Killed Biggie and Tupac?
  • Hometown Homicide: Local Mysteries
  • Raw Terror
  • Murder Comes Home
  • Mother, May I Murder?
  • O.J. Simpson Trial: The Real Story
  • SpongeBob SquarePants
  • Love After Lockup
  • The First 48
  • Fatal Attraction
  • The Golden Girls
  • Tyler Perry's House of Payne
  • For My Man
  • 90 Day Fiancé
  • Tyler Perry's The Oval
  • Everybody Loves Raymond

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Philo is a live TV streaming service that offers two plans to fit your entertainment needs:

    Essential ($25/month): 70+ live channels and over 75,000 movies and shows on-demand. New users get a 7-day free trial!

    Bundle+ ($33/month): Includes all the channels and entire streaming library available in the Essential plan, the entire AMC+ library, and access to HBO Max Basic with Ads plan and discovery+ included.

    Both plans: offer 1-year unlimited cloud DVR, let you stream on up to 3 devices at once, create up to 10 profiles, and cancel anytime with no contract.

    Free Channels: Not ready to subscribe? You can also enjoy Free Channels with no credit card required—simply create your account and start watching.

  • Yes! New users that sign up for the Essential plan can try it free for 7 days. You can explore our channels, features, and content before your subscription begins. No contract required—cancel anytime before your trial ends with no charges.

    • An email address
    • A future payment method
    • A broadband internet connection
    • A supported device
    Philo devices
    Web, iPhone & iPad, Android phones & tablets, Roku, Fire TV, Samsung TV, VIZIO TV, LG TV, Apple TV, Android TV, and Chromecast via Android
  • Yes! You can record an unlimited amount of live or upcoming content to your cloud DVR and save them for up to a year. No equipment needed!
    Save
  • Nope! No hardware is required, ever. Philo's DVR is already built into the app, so there's nothing to plug in, set up, or pay extra for.

    With an Essential or Bundle+ subscription, you get unlimited DVR storage included, and your recordings are saved for a full year. If you're watching with the Free Channels, recordings are saved for 30 days.

  • Yes! You can enjoy tons of premium television and movies by upgrading your Philo subscription plan with add-ons.

    Here is a list of our available add-ons:

    • HBO Max Standard (ad-free): Watch HBO Originals and hit movies ad-free for $13 more per month. Live sports included (in HBO Max app).
    • Movies & More: Watch award-winning films, cult classics, celebrity stories, documentaries, and more - for $3 more per month.
    • AMC+ (ad-free): Enjoy ad-free access to the entire AMC+ library for $4 more per month.
    • MGM+ (ad-free): Stream thousands of the latest hits, fan favorites, original series, documentaries, and comedy specials for an additional $8/month.
    • ALLBLK (ad-free): Stream original series, independent films, nostalgic Black cinema, reality, and lively stage plays for $7 more per month.
    • Hallmark+ (ad-free): Watch exclusive originals, reality shows, rom-coms, cozy mysteries, heartfelt dramas, and beloved holiday movies for an additional $8/month.
    • STARZ (ad-free): Enjoy today’s hits, classic movies, and bold original series for an additional $12/month.
  • HBO Max:
    • Sign up for the Bundle+ ($33/month) plan.
    • Go to your Philo account page and follow the steps to activate your HBO Max Basic with Ads plan account.

    discovery+:
    • Sign up for the Bundle+ ($33/month) plan.
    • Go to your Philo account page and follow the steps to activate your discovery+ account.