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Apple TV+ Unveils True Crime Drama 'Cape Fear'

9/3/2025

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Apple TV+ is developing a drama series titled "Cape Fear," inspired by John D. MacDonald's 1957 novel "The Executioners."
The cast features Ron Perlman, Ted Levine, Margarita Levieva, Amy Adams, and Javier Bardem.
The series will examine America's fascination with true crime in the 21st century.
A release date has not been announced.

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Story summary

Apple TV+ is developing a drama series titled "Cape Fear," inspired by John D. MacDonald's 1957 novel "The Executioners."
The cast features Ron Perlman, Ted Levine, Margarita Levieva, Amy Adams, and Javier Bardem.
The series will examine America's fascination with true crime in the 21st century.
A release date has not been announced.