The prosecution's case in Alec Baldwin's 'Rust' trial crumbled.

 In a twist reminiscent of a Hollywood legal drama, Alec Baldwin’s involuntary manslaughter trial concluded dramatically on Friday. The judge dismissed the case with prejudice, bringing a sudden and surprising conclusion to a legal saga that cast a shadow over the 66-year-old actor's career and sparked debates about safety protocols for gun use on film sets.

But what led to the swift unraveling of the prosecution's case? NBC News meticulously documented every moment of the truncated trial and monitored the pivotal developments...See More