Unfortunately, Netflix's Unbelievable Is a True Story — Here Are the Real People

The real Marie kept in touch with two former foster parents: Peggy and Shannon. The article and podcast suggest that Peggy was the serious parent and Shannon the fun one. Both women doubted Marie due to her emotional detachment regarding the assault. Peggy would express her uncertainties to the police. In Unbelievable, Elizabeth Marvel and Bridget Everett play Marie's former foster mothers Judith and Colleen, who are based on Peggy and Shannon respectively.