Apple TV+ Expands Dark Drama Slate With Gripping New Crime Thriller
Apple TV+ is stepping deeper into the world of psychological thrillers with a newly announced serial killer drama that promises to bring edge-of-your-seat suspense and A-list talent to the screen.
Starring Liev Schreiber, Zazie Beetz, and Stephen Graham, the Apple TV+ serial killer drama is based on the internationally best-selling Joona Linna crime novels by Lars Kepler.
The untitled series, which relocates the story from its original Swedish setting to western Pennsylvania, will center on a deadly face-off between a homicide detective and a cunning serial killer.
With Apple continuing its streak of high-caliber storytelling, this upcoming release is set to be one of the streamer’s most intense offerings yet.
High-Caliber Cast Brings Psychological Depth
Liev Schreiber Leads as Jonah Lynn
Liev Schreiber, known for his acclaimed work in Ray Donovan, leads the series as Jonah Lynn, a former soldier turned homicide detective who relocates from Philadelphia to a small town in search of peace. However, that peace is shattered when a series of brutal crimes hits too close to home, pushing Jonah into a high-stakes battle with a deranged serial killer.
Zazie Beetz as FBI Agent Saga Bauer
Joining Schreiber is Zazie Beetz (Atlanta, Joker: Folie à Deux), who plays FBI agent Saga Bauer—Jonah’s adopted daughter. As the search for the killer intensifies, Saga is tasked with going head-to-head with a psychopath, making the drama not only a murder mystery but also an emotionally fraught family story.
Stephen Graham as Notorious Killer Jurek Walter
Stephen Graham takes on the role of Jurek Walter, the diabolical serial killer at the heart of the narrative. Fresh off roles in Adolescence and Deliver Me From Nowhere, Graham’s chilling portrayal promises to elevate the series’ psychological stakes.
Joona Linna Novels Come to American Audiences
The Apple TV+ serial killer drama is adapted from the Joona Linna book series by Lars Kepler, a pseudonym used by Swedish author duo Alexandra Coelho Ahndoril and Alexander Ahndoril. The adaptation is being led by Rowan Joffe (Tin Star) and John Hlavin (Shooter), who will serve as showrunners.
Director Tim Van Patten (The Sopranos, Boardwalk Empire) is on board to helm the first two episodes. The series marks the latest move by Apple to bring international literary success stories to a broader audience.
Plot Overview: Psychological Warfare and Family Stakes
Jonah Lynn, seeking a quieter life, relocates to a remote Pennsylvania town. His calm is short-lived, however, as a sadistic serial killer begins terrorizing the community. When the investigation reveals a deeper conspiracy, Jonah is forced to send his own daughter into the lion’s den—tasking Saga with confronting the killer face-to-face.
As Apple describes it, the Apple TV+ serial killer drama will explore the limits of personal sacrifice and the psychological toll of crime-fighting, wrapped in a suspense-filled narrative that will keep viewers guessing.
Production and Creative Team Details
Produced by A+E Studios in collaboration with Range Studios, the series features an impressive list of executive producers. In addition to Joffe and Hlavin, executive producers include Van Patten, Schreiber, Beetz (through her Sleepy Poppy banner), and the original authors Lars Kepler. Additional producers include Oystein Karlsen, David Rysdahl, Dorothy Fortenberry, and Niclas Salomonsson. Julie Herrin will serve as co-executive producer.
Release Date and Anticipation
Though no official release date has been confirmed, production is already underway. The show is expected to premiere in late 2025 or early 2026. Given Apple TV+’s track record with prestige dramas like Severance, Black Bird, and Slow Horses, expectations are high for another breakout hit.
As fans await the premiere, the buzz surrounding this Apple TV+ serial killer drama continues to grow. With top-tier talent and a gripping story, it’s poised to be one of the most talked-about thrillers of the upcoming television season.
