Netflix has officially announced that Charlie Hunnam will take on the role of infamous serial killer Ed Gein in the upcoming third season of Ryan Murphy’s acclaimed anthology series, "Monster". The news was confirmed by Netflix’s official social media channels, marking a major addition to the highly anticipated series.
"Monster" has become a significant hit for Netflix, with its first season delving into the disturbing life of serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer. The season was notable for its gripping storytelling and powerful performances, particularly by Evan Peters as Dahmer, who won a Golden Globe for his role, and Niecey Nash, who earned an Emmy for her portrayal of Glenda Cleveland. The series quickly gained widespread acclaim and currently holds the position of the third most-watched show in Netflix history.
The second season of "Monster", set to premiere on September 19, 2024, shifts focus to the notorious Menendez brothers and the harrowing murder of their parents. Nicholas Alexander Chavez and Cooper Koch star as Lyle and Erik Menendez, with Javier Bardem and Chloë Sevignyplaying their parents. The season promises to continue the series' tradition of exploring high-profile criminal cases with depth and nuance.
For Season 3, the series will turn its attention to Ed Gein, a figure whose gruesome crimes shocked the world in the 1950s. Hailing from Wisconsin, like Dahmer, Gein became infamous for his macabre practices, including the murder of multiple individuals and the disturbing act of exhuming graves to create household items and clothing from human remains. Gein’s case has inspired several iconic characters in pop culture, including Norman Bates from "Psycho" and Buffalo Bill from "Silence of the Lambs".
Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan, the creative minds behind "Monster", will continue their role as co-creators and executive producers for the new season. The production team includes a mix of seasoned industry professionals, such as Alexis Martin Woodall, Eric Kovtun, Scott Robertson, David McMillan, Louise Shore, and Carl Franklin. The season will feature episodic directors including Brennan, Franklin, Max Winkler, Paris Barclay, and Michael Uppendahl, with writing contributions from Murphy, Brennan, McMillan, Todd Kubrak, and Reilly Smith.