Breaking Down the Finale Twist in ‘Good American Family’ Bosses that Affected Natalia’s Trial

The finale of the series “Good American Family” left viewers with a surprising twist in Natalia Grace’s trial. Despite facing a tough outcome in court, Natalia managed to find some justice in her journey by the end of the limited series.

In Episode 8, titled “Blood on Her Hands,” Natalia and her new family prepared for the trial against Michael and Kristine Barnett. The goal was to seek justice for their abandonment of Natalia and to correct her age so that she would be recognized as a child by the courts once again. Even with evidence against the Barnetts, a legal technicality prevented Natalia’s lawyers from using any information that identified her as a child, ultimately leading to Michael’s victory in court.

Series creator Katie Robbins highlighted the complex nature of truth and bias explored in the show, challenging viewers to consider how elusive truth can be. Despite facing setbacks, Natalia’s story shed light on the prejudice faced by people with disabilities, particularly those like Natalia with dwarfism.

As the series wrapped up, Natalia found support from her siblings and online fans, reflecting the real-life outcome where she was granted a U.S. passport in 2024, officially recognizing her true birthdate. Showrunner Sarah Sutherland emphasized the theme of ordinary people doing evil things, showcasing the complexities of human behavior.

“Good American Family” is now available for streaming on Hulu, offering a thought-provoking look at justice, bias, and truth in society.