‘Making a Murderer’ renewed for second season by Netflix
The original series told the story of Steven Avery, from Wisconsin, who is serving a life sentence for murder. (AAP)
US streaming giant Netflix has revealed new episodes of the award-winning true crime series Making a Murderer are in the pipeline.
Yesterday, Netflix announced the filmmakers behind the first series, Laura Ricciardi and Moira Demos, would oversee Season Two of the documentary program.
“We are extremely grateful for the tremendous response to, and support of, the series," the pair said in a joint statement.
"The viewers' interest and attention has ensured that the story is not over, and we are fully committed to continuing to document events as they unfold.”
In 2015, the series became a word-of-mouth sensation for Netflix, with more than 19 million views in the US alone.
The show was also a critical success, earning the network six Emmy nominations, including for Outstanding Documentary or Non-Fiction Series.
The original 10-part series told the story of Steven Avery, from Wisconsin, who is serving a life sentence for murdering 25-year-old Teresa Halbach, after her remains were found close to his home.
Using courtroom footage and interviews, Making a Murder raised questions over the fairness of the original murder investigation.
Netflix is currently world's leading internet television network, with a presence in 190 countries.
More than two million Australians had signed up for the streaming service by the end of 2015.
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