Carl Roberts 
FX’s The Shards unveils a sizzling new trailer ahead of its Disney+ premiere this August. Watch it and see the images from the series here.
Disney+ has unveiled the official trailer for FX’s “The Shards,” a seductive new drama series from executive producer Ryan Murphy. The show is based on the acclaimed, bestselling novel by Bret Easton Ellis. The series will premiere with the first two episodes on Thursday, August 6. Notably, it will be exclusively on Disney+ in the UK.
THE PREMISE
Set against the vivid backdrop of 1980s Los Angeles, the series follows a group of privileged high school seniors at an elite prep school. They navigate identity, sex, jealousy, obsession, and the dangers lurking beneath the surface of American adolescence.
At its center is Bret (Igby Rigney), an aspiring writer and keenly observant teenager. His reality begins to unravel with the arrival of a mysterious and magnetic new student, Robert Mallory (Homer Gere). Robert transfers in just before his senior year. Additionally, his appearance coincides with the growing terror of The Trawler, a serial killer targeting teenagers across the city.
Alongside Bret is his elite social circle, which consists of Susan Reynolds (Kaia Gerber), Debbie Schaffer (Hayes Warner), and Thom Wright (Graham Campbell), a glamorous and deeply entangled group drawn into a life of wealth, beauty, parties, and excess. The promise of their youth is contrasted with the dark and cynical world of the adults surrounding them: Terry Schaffer (Wes Bentley), Liz Schaffer (Evan Rachel Wood), and Steven Reinhardt (Jordan Roth).
BEHIND THE SCENES
FX’s “The Shards” combines the bold storytelling of Ryan Murphy and Bret Easton Ellis. The series, driven by executive producers Murphy, Nina Jacobson, Brad Simpson, Ellis, Eric Kovtun, Scott Robertson, Nissa Diederich, Tanase Popa, Nick Hall, Michael Uppendahl, Max Winkler, Kathleen McCaffrey, and Brian Young, showcases their creative vision. Produced by 20th Television, this show promises to push boundaries and engage viewers with its provocative narrative.
IMAGES
The Shards premieres exclusively on Disney+ in the UK on August 6th.
Introducing Carl! As the News Editor at Future of the Force, Carl has been an invaluable member of our team since early 2016. His expertise and dedication have made him an integral part of our editorial staff. Beyond his professional role, Carl is a fervent supporter of Liverpool F.C. and an avid follower of pop culture. He has a deep passion for Halloween, Friday the 13th, and the iconic movie franchises Star Wars and Star Trek.
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