The Shards
If looks could kill.
M182026
Drama
Set in Los Angeles in 1981, the story follows a 17-year-old version of Bret Easton Ellis during his final year at the elite Buckley prep school. Upending his world is the arrival of a mysterious new student, Robert Mallory, whose unsettling presence coincides with the activities of a serial killer known as The Trawler.
Production
20th Television, Ryan Murphy Television, Color Force
Language
EN
Status
In Production
First Aired
August 5, 2026
Networks
FX, Hulu
Created By
Ryan Murphy, Bret Easton Ellis
Trailers & Videos
Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
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Seasons & Episodes
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Season
E1
Pilot
Air date: 2026-08-05
It's the summer of 1981 in Los Angeles; a series of disturbing crimes coincides with the arrival of a strange new student in Bret's orbit.
E2
Don't You Want Me
Air date: 2026-08-05
Bret digs deeper into Robert's murky past and uncovers shocking evidence.
E3
Help Me! Rhonda
Air date: 2026-08-12
A beloved student's sudden disappearance causes chaos for the senior class.
E4
Robert's Party
Susan's welcome party for Robert is overshadowed by a terrifying and violent incident.
E5
Murder on the Dance Floor
E6
Homecoming Part 1
E7
Homecoming Part 2
E8
Hamlet
E9
Stairway to Heaven
E10
TBA
Cast
Igby Rigney
Bret Easton Ellis
Homer Gere
Robert Mallory
Graham Campbell
Thom Wright
Hayes Warner
Debbie Schaffer
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