The highly anticipated season 3 of the Monster anthology series is set to delve into the chilling story of real-life serial killer Ed Gein. Gein’s gruesome crimes, including robbing graves to create items from human skin, served as the inspiration behind iconic horror films such as ‘Psycho’ and ‘The Texas Chain Saw Massacre’. Leading the cast is the talented Charlie Hunnam, who will portray the titular character in the upcoming series titled ‘Monster: The Ed Gein Story’. Hunnam is best known for his roles in ‘Sons of Anarchy’ and ‘Pacific Rim’.
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The series, premiering on Oct. 3, will explore Gein’s disturbing life in rural Wisconsin during the 1950s. The killer, known as the “Butcher of Plainfield”, led a reclusive existence on a decaying farm, concealing a house of horrors that would come to redefine the American nightmare. Motivated by isolation, psychosis, and an obsession with his mother, Gein’s twisted actions birthed a new kind of monster that continues to haunt Hollywood to this day.
Gein’s heinous acts, which resulted in the deaths of two people and the desecration of multiple graves, left a lasting impact on the horror genre. Classic films like ‘The Silence of the Lambs’, ‘The Texas Chain Saw Massacre’, and ‘Psycho’ drew inspiration from his macabre deeds, cementing his status as a real-life boogeyman. As fans eagerly await the release of ‘Monster: The Ed Gein Story’, they can catch a glimpse of the cast alongside the real individuals they will be portraying.
Charlie Hunnam steps into the shoes of Ed Gein, the infamous killer who was arrested in 1957 for the murder of Bernice Worden, a local hardware store owner. Gein’s home was a macabre treasure trove of body parts, including the head of Mary Hogan, a missing woman. Deemed insane, he spent his remaining years in a mental institution before succumbing to lung cancer in 1984. Alongside Hunnam, the cast features talented actors such as Suzanna Son, Tom Hollander, and Laurie Metcalf.
Suzanna Son takes on the role of Adeline Watkins, Gein’s long-time love interest who believed the killer to be “nice” and “sweet”. Tom Hollander portrays renowned filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock, whose adaptation of ‘Psycho’ drew from Gein’s twisted psyche. Laurie Metcalf embodies Augusta Gein, Ed’s domineering mother who played a pivotal role in shaping his disturbed mind. The series will also explore the influence of Holocaust war criminal Ilse Koch, played by Vicky Krieps, and Hitchcock’s wife and collaborator, Alma Reville, portrayed by Olivia Williams.
As the ensemble cast delves into the dark world of Ed Gein, audiences can expect a gripping portrayal of one of history’s most notorious figures. From the directorial prowess of Tobe Hooper to the psychological insights of psychologist Dr. Mildred Newman, played by Will Brill and Mimi Kennedy respectively, ‘Monster: The Ed Gein Story’ promises to offer a chilling look into the mind of a true monster. With a stellar lineup of actors bringing these characters to life, the series is poised to captivate viewers with its blend of horror, intrigue, and psychological depth.