BREAKING: Charlie Hunnam has just unveiled a spine-tingling teaser trailer for his role as infamous serial killer Ed Gein in the highly anticipated third season of Netflix’s anthology series, Monster: The Ed Gein Story. Set to release on October 3, 2023, this season promises to be the streaming platform’s most horrifying yet.
The teaser reveals chilling scenes of police investigating Gein’s disturbed home, showcasing their visible horror at what they uncover. The trailer culminates in a nightmarish exchange between Gein and his mother, leaving viewers on edge. Hunnam’s portrayal brings to life the narrative of one man from Plainfield, Wisconsin, who became known as “the Butcher of Plainfield” during the 1950s for his grotesque crimes.
The official logline reads: “Serial killer. Grave robber. Psycho. In the frozen fields of 1950s rural Wisconsin, a friendly, mild-mannered recluse named Eddie Gein lived quietly on a decaying farm — hiding a house of horrors so gruesome it would redefine the American nightmare.” The series aims to reveal the harrowing truth that “monsters aren’t born, they’re made … by us.”
Gein’s horrific legacy has significantly influenced the horror genre, inspiring iconic films like Psycho, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, and The Silence of the Lambs. This season of Monster follows previous installments that spotlight notorious figures like Jeffrey Dahmer and the Menendez brothers, continuing the series’ trend of exploring true-crime narratives.
The cast includes notable names such as Tom Hollander, Laurie Metcalf, and Suzanna Son, alongside Vicky Krieps, Olivia Williams, Lesley Manville, and others. Co-creators Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan serve as executive producers, with direction from Brennan and Max Winkler.
As anticipation builds for the release, viewers are eager to witness how this chilling tale unfolds, potentially redefining their understanding of horror. Prepare for a deep dive into a narrative that explores the darkest corners of humanity.
Stay tuned for more updates as we approach the release date of this unsettling yet captivating series.
