Charlie Hunnam is poised to continue his journey through the "Monster"-verse, as the British thespian engages in negotiations to headline the fourth installment of Ryan Murphy's acclaimed anthology series on Netflix. As earlier revealed, Season 4 of "Monster" will shine the spotlight on the captivating Lizzie Borden saga. According to insiders, Hunnam is set to embody Andrew Jackson Borden, Lizzie's patriarch. Ella Beaty will don the role of Lizzie herself, while Rebecca Hall will portray Lizzie's stepmother, Abby, and Vicky Krieps will bring to life Bridget Sullivan, a domestic servant within the Borden household.
Hunnam has just wrapped up his role in Season 3 of "Monster," where he transformed into the infamous serial killer Ed Gein. Renowned for his seven-season stint as Jackson "Jax" Teller in the hit FX biker drama "Sons of Anarchy," Hunnam has also starred in Apple TV+'s adaptation of "Shantaram," and his television resume boasts credits in "Undeclared" and "Queer as Folk." His cinematic endeavors include "Pacific Rim," "The Gentlemen," "True History of the Kelly Gang," "Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of Fire," and "The Lost City of Z." Additionally, Hunnam is lined up for a pivotal role in Amazon's upcoming crime drama "Criminal." He is represented by CAA, Brillstein Entertainment Partners, and Sloane Offer.
Lizzie Borden, a resident of Massachusetts in the late 19th century, found herself entangled in a notorious scandal in 1892. Accused of axing her father and stepmother to death in their shared abode, Borden faced nationwide scrutiny despite her eventual acquittal. The gruesome nature of the murders catapulted her into popular culture, sparking numerous adaptations across various media platforms. Recent examples encompass the Christina Ricci-led TV series "The Lizzie Borden Chronicles" and the film "Lizzie," starring Chloë Sevigny and Kristen Stewart.
"Monster," which premiered on Netflix in 2022, was conceived by Murphy and Ian Brennan. Season 1 garnered widespread praise, particularly for Evan Peters' portrayal of Jeffrey Dahmer and Niecey Nash's depiction of Glenda Cleveland. Peters' performance earned him a Golden Globe, while Nash took home an Emmy. To date, it stands as the fourth most-watched TV season in Netflix history. Season 2, which bowed in September 2024, chronicled the tale of the Menendez brothers.
Nexus Point News was the first to break the news of Hunnam's casting.
