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Stars Drawn to Murphy's 'Shards' Adaptation
29 Jul
Summary
- Ryan Murphy and Bret Easton Ellis drew cast to horror series.
- The Shards novel's author had limited involvement in the series.
- Series adaptation of The Shards set for August 5 release.
Ryan Murphy's upcoming FX horror drama, "The Shards," premiered on Monday night, with many cast members citing the prolific creator as a primary draw. Bret Easton Ellis's novel of the same name also played a crucial role in attracting talent, with actors expressing deep admiration for both the book and its author. Ellis, who wrote the novel released in 2023, had a limited role in the series adaptation, selling the rights to Murphy and drafting initial episodes. He is also an executive producer.
Despite initial plans for an HBO adaptation that fell through due to creative differences, Ellis ultimately allowed Murphy and his team to develop the series, taking a "godfather-y, hands-off approach." Cast members confirmed that while they didn't interact directly with Ellis, Murphy served as a conduit, ensuring the show honored the spirit and nuances of the source material. The series is scheduled for release on August 5, with cast members expressing pride in honoring Ellis's acclaimed novel.
