"Monster: The Ed Gein Story" Official First Look Released by Netflix

Netflix enthusiasts are eager for the upcoming October 3rd global release of "Monster: The Ed Gein Story." In the third chapter of the acclaimed crime anthology series by Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan, Charlie Hunnam brings to life notorious serial killer Ed Gein. Fans have been teased with first-look images and poster series showcasing Hunnam in this chilling role.

The synopsis for the new season reads: “In the desolate, icy farmlands of 1950s Wisconsin, a seemingly harmless recluse named Eddie Gein hides a horrifying house of terror. This quiet man, living in isolation on a crumbling farm, nurtured a monstrous obsession that would redefine the nature of fear in America. Gein's terrifying crimes gave birth to a new kind of nightmare, one that would permeate Hollywood for generations - from Psycho to The Texas Chain Saw Massacre to The Silence of the Lambs." Gein's gruesome story became the foundation for modern horror.

Joining Hunnam in this new season are actors Tom Hollander, Laurie Metcalf, Suzanna Son, Vicky Krieps, Olivia Williams, Lesley Manville, Joey Pollari, Charlie Hall, Tyler Jacob Moore, Mimi Kennedy, Will Brill, and Robin Weigert. Along with Murphy and Brennan as the creators and executive producers, Hunnam also serves as an executive producer. The series sees other executive producers like Max Winkler, Eric Kovtun, Scott Robertson, Nissa Diederich, Louise Shore, and Carl Franklin. Brennan and Winkler take the helm as directors for a total of eight episodes in the season.

Previous installments of "Monster" from Murphy and Brennan, namely "Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story" in 2022 and “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story” in 2024 garnered significant critical and award acclaim. The duo is already underway with a fourth season that will focus on Lizzie Borden, with Ella Beatty cast in the leading role.