FX has officially confirmed a new series from Ryan Murphy, titled The Beauty, featuring a remarkable cast including Evan Peters, Ashton Kutcher, Anthony Ramos, and Jeremy Pope. This latest project, part of Murphy’s extensive Disney partnership, continues his tradition of assembling star-studded lineups. Peters, Ramos, and Pope will not only act but also serve as executive producers for the series.
The Beauty is co-created by Murphy and Matt Hodgson, based on the graphic novels by Jeremy Haun and Jason A. Hurley. The series is set to start production this November on its first season, consisting of 11 episodes. While details about the show’s storyline and character arcs remain under wraps, the graphic novel centers on an STD that notably enhances beauty but ultimately proves fatal, hinting at a deeper conspiracy involving government elements.
In the source material, the protagonists are detectives Drew Foster and Kara Vaughn, navigating a dangerous world filled with corrupt officials and mercenaries. Early indications suggest that The Beauty will maintain this dual-lead structure, with casting ongoing for the female lead to complement Peters’ character.
The initial buzz surrounding The Beauty began this past June with Peters confirmed as one of the leads, followed by the addition of other notable names in August. Kutcher’s role as a tech billionaire is particularly intriguing, especially in light of his recent professional engagements.
Murphy’s growing portfolio in television includes titles such as the acclaimed Netflix series Dahmer: Monster – The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, which earned Peters widespread recognition, including an Emmy nomination. The creator’s ongoing collaboration with a talented ensemble has repeatedly proven successful and The Beauty is shaping up to be no exception.
Each star brings a wealth of experience to the table: Peters, an Emmy winner, has had a notable presence in productions like American Horror Story and currently stars in Tron: Ares; Ramos is set to feature in the Marvel series Ironheart after his appearances in Twisters and Transformers: Rise of the Beasts; Pope gained critical acclaim for his roles in Hollywood and The Inspection; and Kutcher recently featured in well-received Netflix projects.
The announcement of The Beauty further cements Murphy’s reputation as a powerhouse in television, adding this series to a growing list of engaging shows he’s developing, all under the umbrella of his new deal with Disney. As excitement builds around this project, it’s clear that the momentum of Ryan Murphy’s creative vision remains unabated.