Despite a so-so reception,Dahmer Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Storywas a mega-hit for Netflix.

But here we are.

Was 1974’s Texas Chainsaw Massacre based on a true story?

Zac Efron as Ted Bundy and Charlie Hunnam as Jax Teller

Custom Image by Kara Hedash

Here’s the history that Tobe Hooper researched which led to the creation of Leatherface.

Still,Charlie Hunnam’s Ed Gein casting is another weird example of a trend I can’t ignore.

Let’s not go that far.

Anthony Perkins as Norman Bates in Psycho and Ed Gein

Will that happen again inMonsterseason 3?

I totally get wanting to hire a notable name for a project likeMonster.

In fact, seeing Hunnam’s name attached instantly piqued my interest.

Collage of Ed Gein and Letherface from The Texas Chainsaw Massacre running

Serial killer depictions in movies and shows always come with inherent risks.

Or maybe I will fall into the trap and crush on Hunnam’s serial killer character.

Only time will tell.

Zac Efron’s New Movie Co-Star Casting Is Great After 85% Thriller On Rotten Tomatoes

Zac Efron and Lily Collins in Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile.

Collage of a confused Dolemite in My Name is Dolemite, a mad Frank Sheeran in The Irishman, and a frozen Numa in Society of the Snow

Dahmer - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story