Hulu Releases True Crime Series on Murdaugh Family Murders

Hulu's limited series "Murdaugh: Death in the Family" dramatizes the dark, true story of the Murdaugh family, a powerful legal dynasty in South Carolina whose fall from grace involves a deadly boat crash and a series of mysterious deaths. The eight-episode series, inspired by the popular Murdaugh Murders podcast, stars Jason Clarke as Alex Murdaugh, Patricia Arquette as Maggie Murdaugh, and Johnny Berchtold as their son Paul, who was involved in the fatal boat accident. The show explores the family's privileged life unraveling amid scandals, lies, and crimes, including Alex Murdaugh's life sentence for the double murder of his wife and son and his financial crimes. The first three episodes premiere on October 15, followed by weekly episodes, with the narrative delving into the family's personal and legal turmoil. The series has attracted attention for its compelling portrayal of a real-life tragedy and has been praised for strong performances, particularly Jason Clarke's. The production is co-created by Michael D. Fuller and Erin Lee Carr, and it expands on the true crime saga already covered in podcasts and documentaries.