The streaming platform has unveiled exclusive first-look images showcasing Charlie Hunnam’s chilling transformation into Wisconsin’s infamous killer for the third chapter of the Monster series.
What We Know About Monster: Ed Gein
Release Date: October 3, 2025
Platform: Netflix exclusive
Format: Limited series anthology
Previous Seasons: Jeffrey Dahmer (2022), Menendez Brothers (2025)
Star-Studded Cast Announcement
Former Sons of Anarchy star Charlie Hunnam takes center stage as the disturbed Wisconsin farmer. The cast features Tom Hollander as the iconic filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock, with Olivia Williams taking on the role of his wife, Alma. Ryan Murphy returns as executive producer.
Ed Gein: The Real Story Behind the Legend
Early Life: Born 1906 in Plainfield, Wisconsin
Family Background: Raised by strict religious mother Augusta and alcoholic father George
Turning Point: Mother’s death in 1945 triggered psychological breakdown
Known Victims: Two confirmed murders – Mary Hogan (1954), Bernice Worden (1957)
Signature Crimes: Grave desecration, body part collection, human skin crafts
The Killer Who Created Horror Icons
Gein’s disturbing methods became the foundation for cinema’s greatest villains:
Norman Bates (Psycho) – Maternal obsession and multiple personalities
Leatherface (Texas Chain Saw) – Human skin mask wearing
Buffalo Bill (Silence of Lambs) – “Woman suit” creation from victims
Why This Season Matters
Unlike typical serial killer stories, Gein’s influence extends far beyond his actual crimes. With only two confirmed kills, he somehow inspired an entire horror subgenre that continues captivating audiences decades later.
The series promises to explore how one man’s twisted psychology shaped American horror culture and examine our ongoing fascination with criminal minds.
Final Verdict
Mental health issues led to Gein’s institutionalization rather than prison. He died peacefully in 1984 at age 77, never fully understanding his massive cultural impact.
Stream Monster: The Ed Gein Story exclusively on Netflix from October 3rd.