DAHMER - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story (2022)

This series examines the gruesome and horrific true crimes of Jeffrey Dahmer and the systemic failures that enabled one of America’s most notorious serial killers to continue his murderous spree in plain sight for over a decade.

Evan Peters wore lifts in his shoes and weights on his arms to mimic Jeffrey Dahmer's posture and gait. He also practiced Dahmer's distinct speech patterns with a dialect coach.
Ryan Murphy, the co-creator of the series, had one rule: the story would never be told from Dahmer's point of view, to avoid audience sympathy. The focus would instead be on the victims and the societal failures that enabled his crimes.
The series highlights Glenda Cleveland, Dahmer's neighbor, who repeatedly reported him to the police, but her warnings were ignored. Niecy Nash, who played Glenda, discovered while working on the show that Glenda's real-life efforts were not widely known.
To prepare for the role, Evan Peters watched the Stone Phillips interview with Dahmer, read biographies, and even the police report and Dahmer's confession. He described Dahmer as almost regretful and confused about his actions.
The production team aimed for authenticity, with cinematographer Jason McCormick striving for gritty realism. He wanted the series to make a statement about cultural issues and how society contributed to Dahmer's ability to evade capture for so long.

Released Sept. 21, 2022 539 min Episode 53 min 16+

Genres: Biography, Crime, Drama

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