Exclusively learned by Variety, Rebecca Hall has gracefully embarked on a journey with the forthcoming FX series, titled "The Beauty." She will share the screen with the previously unveiled leading stars of the series: Evan Peters, Ashton Kutcher, Anthony Ramos, and Jeremy Pope. FX has generously greenlit an engaging 11-episode run for this thrilling drama.
Currently under production, "The Beauty" draws its inspiration from the captivating Image Comics series penned by Jeremy Haun and Jason A. Hurley, which shares the same name. While the specific traits of the characters and the intricate tapestry of the plot remain cloaked in mystery, the comic's description paints a vivid picture:
"Our modern society is deeply ensnared by the allure of superficial beauty. Imagine a realm where daily, you could guarantee a more radiant and enchanting appearance. But what if this mesmerizing transformation were a sexually transmitted disease? In the fantastical world of ‘The Beauty,’ physical perfection is not merely a dream but an attainable reality. The majority of humanity has eagerly grasped this gift, yet Detectives Foster and Vaughn are on the brink of uncovering a harrowing truth—that this beauty comes at an unspeakable cost."
Currently, Hall can be spotted in the intriguing BBC series "The Listeners," and she is soon to make her mark in the cinematic world with the upcoming Ira Sachs film "Peter Hujar's Day," which is eagerly anticipated to debut at the prestigious 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Her impressive resume also boasts roles in blockbuster movies such as "Godzilla vs. Kong" and "Godzilla x Kong: New Empire," as well as acclaimed films like "Christine," "The Town," and "Marston & The Wonder Women." Beyond her acting prowess, Hall has equally flourished as a writer and director. She helmed and co-wrote the critically acclaimed 2021 feature "Passing," starring Tessa Thompson and Ruth Negga, and she is now set to write, direct, and star in the deeply personal film "Four Days Like Sunday," which is inspired by her own life experiences.
Hall is represented by Julian Belfrage Associates in London, WME, and the esteemed attorney Gretchen Rush. On the creative front, Ryan Murphy serves as co-creator of the series "The Beauty," alongside Matthew Hodgson. An impressive lineup of executive producers includes Peters, Murphy, Hodgson, Kutcher, Ramos, and Pope, alongside Alexis Martin Woodall, Eric Kovtun, Scott Robertson, Nissa Diederich, and Eric Gitter. The series is brought to life by 20th Television, in collaboration with Ryan Murphy Television. Murphy's comprehensive deal with Disney encompasses 20th Television, adding another layer of excitement to this promising project.
