Netflix Drops Chilling Trailer For ‘Monster: The Ed Gein Story’ Starring Charlie Hunnam

Charlie Hunnam stars in Netflix’s “Monster: The Ed Gein Story” trailer
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Charlie Hunnam as Ed Gein in the "Monster: The Ed Gein Story" teaser poster, pulling on a flesh-like mask with the caption “Before The Silence of the Lambs... There Was Ed.”

Netflix Unveils Its Next Horror Obsession

Netflix just released the official trailer for “Monster: The Ed Gein Story” and let me tell you, it is not for the faint of heart.

This time around, Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan are taking us deep into the terrifying real-life tale of Ed Gein, a seemingly quiet recluse whose twisted crimes became the blueprint for modern horror.

Who Was Ed Gein?

Ed Gein lived in 1950s rural Wisconsin, where he kept to himself on a decaying farm.

But behind closed doors, he was hiding a gruesome house of horrors.

Driven by isolation, mental illness, and an unhealthy obsession with his mother, Gein’s crimes shocked the world.

His story would go on to inspire some of the most iconic fictional villains in film history, from Norman Bates in Psycho to Leatherface in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre and even Buffalo Bill in The Silence of the Lambs.

Gein didn’t just commit unspeakable acts, he reshaped an entire genre.

"Monster: The Ed Gein Story" teaser poster featuring Ed Gein, played by Charlie Hunnam, resting his head on a mysterious woman’s lap with the caption “Before Psycho... There Was Ed.”

Charlie Hunnam Leads The Cast

One of the most exciting elements of “Monster: The Ed Gein Story” is the casting.

Charlie Hunnam takes center stage in this chilling installment of the anthology series.

Known for his roles in “Sons of Anarchy” and Pacific Rim, Hunnam brings both grit and emotional depth to his portrayal, making him the perfect choice to embody such a complex and disturbing figure.

The Return Of Ryan Murphy’s Anthology

Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan’s “Monster” anthology has already given us “Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story” and “Monster: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story.”

Now, with “Monster: The Ed Gein Story,” the series is stepping into its darkest territory yet.

The trailer teases a haunting exploration of how one man’s descent into madness became a cultural touchpoint, forcing society to confront the idea that monsters aren’t born—they’re made.

Charlie Hunnam wields a chainsaw above his head in the "Monster: The Ed Gein Story" teaser poster with the caption “Before The Texas Chain Saw Massacre... There Was Ed.”

When And Where To Watch

  • Release Date: October 3, 2025
  • Where To Watch: Exclusively on Netflix

Watch The Official Trailer

🎬 Check out the official trailer for “Monster: The Ed Gein Story” below and get ready to be haunted.

Will You Be Watching?

Frens, this one looks terrifying and intense, but I know a lot of you love a true crime deep dive.

Will you be watching “Monster: The Ed Gein Story” when it drops on Netflix?

Drop down in the comments and let me know!

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