Hulu Orders Limited Series on Murdaugh Murders

Hulu has officially greenlit an untitled limited series based on the infamous Murdaugh murders, with Patricia Arquette set to star as Maggie Murdaugh. The series, co-created by Michael D. Fuller and Erin Lee Carr, is inspired by the extensive reporting of journalist Mandy Matney, who also produced the popular 'Murdaugh Murders Podcast.' The narrative centers around the bizarre family drama involving Maggie and Alex Murdaugh, the latter of whom was convicted of murdering his wife and son. This project reunites Arquette with the production teams behind her Emmy-winning work on 'The Act.' The Murdaugh family has been embroiled in multiple scandals, including allegations of fraud and murder, drawing significant media attention. The series aims to dramatize this riveting true crime story, which has already been covered in various documentaries and news specials.