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Get ready to follow the Murdaugh family in a twisted tale of secrets, crime, and deadly lies. And no, we’re not talking about the Murdochs á la the media moguls behind the inspiration for Succession — although there is a similar level of drama and scandal found in both families. But Murdaugh on Hulu takes the criminal behavior and eerie tone to a whole other level, based on the real-life events of the infamous patriarch in the family, who is now facing a life sentence.
If you’re a crime drama buff who wants to learn more about the dark happenings that led to the downfall of the Murdaugh family, this show is most definitely for you.
Scroll to find out everything you need to know about Murdaugh: Death in the Family on Hulu!
What is 'Murdaugh: Death in the Family' about?
Murdaugh reveals the dark and twisted events that led to the murder of the killer’s wife and son. There is a trail of scandals and lies that has led up to the crime, and according to Mr. Murdaugh, “It’s only cheating if you get caught.”
One investigative reporter (Brittany Snow) will do her best to solve the crimes committed by the family patriarch, but whether or not she’ll make it in time is already known to us. What makes the upcoming series particularly frightening is the fact that it’s based on real-life events that occurred behind the scenes of a seemingly picture-perfect family, with a whole lot of pain and scandal behind closed doors.
Is 'Murdaugh: Death in the Family' based on a true story?
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Yes, this show is based off of the real life Murdaugh family in South Carolina. This wild case includes a fatal fall, a deadly boating accident, multiple deaths, and an attempted hit — yes, all in one family. If you're interested, you should check out the Netflix documentary (Murdaugh Murders: A Southern Scandal) or the HBO Max documentary (Low Country: The Murdaugh Dynasty).
Who's in the 'Murdaugh: Death in the Family' cast?
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The Hulu series is filled with an impressive star-studded cast, including:
- Patricia Arquette (Severance, The Act)
- Jason Clarke (A House of Dynamite, Oppenheimer)
- Johnny Berchtold (Reacher, Tiny Beautiful Things)
- Will Harrison (A Complete Unknown, Daisy Jones & The Six)
- Brittany Snow (The Hunting Wives, Someone Great)
- J. Smith-Cameron (Succession, Hacks)
- Gerald McRaney (Paradise, This Is Us)
- Noah Emmerich (Dark Winds, The Americans)
This won’t be Arquette’s first crime drama on Hulu, as fans might remember her chilling performance as Gypsy Rose Blanchard’s mother in The Act. We can't wait to see what she does with this role!
Is there a trailer for 'Murdaugh: Death in the Family' yet?
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Yes, there’s a thrilling trailer that has just been released on YouTube, which you can watch right here.
When does 'Murdaugh: Death in the Family' come out?
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Fans can stream the crime drama on October 15, 2025.
Where can I watch 'Murdaugh: Death in the Family' when it's out?
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The limited series will be available only on Hulu.
What have fans said about 'Murdaugh: Death in the Family' so far?
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Crime drama fans are already looking forward to the eerie limited series and have expressed their excitement in the comments section for the series trailer on YouTube.
“You can just tell when something is going to be great. This series is going to be great,” one commenter wrote.
Another agreed, adding, “The real-life story is just insane. So glad this has been turned into a series!”
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Furthermore, an additional commenter praised actor Jason Clarke for his impressive commitment to the role. “Jason Clarke completely transformed for this role,” they wrote. “Looking forward to this”
What are your thoughts on the upcoming series? Let us know what you think in the comments section below.
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