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If looks could kill.

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.

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Season 1 airs on Aug 05, 2026

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‘The Shards’ Trailer Brings Sex, Drugs, and Death to L.A. Teens on FX this August

Sex, drugs, and a serial killer hunting L.A. teens...Ryan Murphy's 'The Shards' has a stylish new trailer ahead of its premiere this August.

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Release Date 08/05/2026
Networks FX, Hulu
Creators Ryan Murphy, Bret Easton Ellis
Country United States
Homepage www.fxnetworks.com
Companies 20th Television, Ryan Murphy Television, Color Force

Based On Novel Or Book Private School Los Angeles, California Preparatory School Teenager

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