TENSIONS AND EMOTIONS RUN HIGH AS ALL FAMILIES INVOLVED ARE TASKED WITH DOING WHAT'S BEST FOR THEIR LOVED ONES, ON ABC'S "AMERICAN CRIME"

Regina King ("Southland") Guest Stars

"Episode Three" - Nearly a month after the arraignment of the accused, the emotional complications of all involved continue to deepen. Carter's sister Aliyah (Regina King), a devout Muslim, arrives to support her brother despite their strained relationship, and her stark disapproval of his involvement with Aubry. Simultaneously, Alonzo receives an update about Tony's case that sheds light on his family life which makes him question himself as a good father. Hector's troubles compound when he's recognized by a fellow gang member and his loyalty is tested. Barb continues her relentless fight for justice and works with Nancy Straumberg (Lili Taylor), who is the head of a Victim's Rights Group to try and get another hate crime charge added against Carter, on "American Crime," THURSDAY, MARCH 19 (10:00-11:00 p.m. ET) on the ABC Television Network.

"American Crime" stars Felicity Huffman as Barb Hanlon, Timothy Hutton as Russ Skokie, W. Earl Brown as Tom Carlin, Richard Cabral as Hector Tontz, Caitlin Gerard as Aubry Taylor, Benito Martinez as Alonzo Gutiérrez, Penelope Ann Miller as Eve Carlin, Elvis Nolasco as Carter Nix, Johnny Ortiz as Tony Gutiérrez and guest starring Regina King as Aliyah Shadeed.

Guest Starring Jesse Borrego as Oscar, Gleendily's Inoa as Jenny Gutiérrez, Julian Works as Edgar and Lili Taylor as Nancy Straumberg.

"Episode Three" was written by John Ridley and directed by Gloria Muzio.

"American Crime" is created and executive produced by Oscar(R) winner John Ridley ("12 Years a Slave"). Michael J. McDonald also serves as executive producer. "American Crime" is produced by ABC Studios.

"American Crime" is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC's selected HDTV format, with 5.1-channel surround sound. A TV parental guideline will be assigned closer to airdate.

For more information about "American Crime" visit ABC.com/American Crime