The American Manhunt: O.J. Simpson docuseries, released on Netflix, delves into the tragic murder case of O.J. Simpson, which has become a cultural phenomenon. The series answers frequently asked questions about O.J. Simpson’s fate after the trial and how he died. The documentary series has left viewers thinking and questioning.

What happened to O.J. Simpson after the murder trial?

American Manhunt: O.J. Simpson has officially launched on Netflix, causing extensive debate and a new wave of interest in one of America’s most notorious criminal cases. Just as anticipated, the documentary gets into the surprising double murder trial that stunned the country and transformed Simpson’s life into a pop culture phenomenon.

Now that the series is available for streaming, many viewers are left with lingering questions about what happened to O.J. Simpson after the trial and, ultimately, how he passed away. To provide clarity, we’re taking a closer look at the key moments that followed his highly publicized court case, his life in the years after, and the circumstances surrounding his death. Keep reading for all the details.
In October 1995, the jury reached a verdict that O.J. Simpson was not guilty of killing Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman after deliberating for less than four hours. But in February 1997, a civil trial found him responsible for causing their deaths. Years later, in 2008, Simpson was convicted as part of a robbery that used a gun during a confrontation with a Las Vegas sports memorabilia dealer. He was sentenced to 33 years in prison but was granted parole in 2017 after serving nearly a decade behind bars.

At the age of 76, Simpson passed away from cancer in April 2024. Simpson’s death was met with mixed reactions, with the NFL not releasing a statement or condolences. The Bills, 49ers, and USC did not release any tributes. A video announcing Simpson’s death and his career highlights was uploaded on the NFL’s website and YouTube channel. The Pro Football Hall of Fame lowered its flag to half-staff, and the Heisman Trophy offered condolences to Simpson’s family on Twitter.
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The American Manhunt documentary series explores unrecognized evidence, including a bloody glove and odd objects found in Simpson’s bedroom, alongside interviews and other relevant information. The trial of O.J. Simpson has inspired numerous documentaries and staged reenactments, including The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story, ESPN’s O.J.: Made in America docuseries, and Lifetime’s The Life & Murder of Nicole Brown Simpson docuseries.