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New Series Explores Deadly Beauty Virus and Idealism

3/6/2026

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Story summary
  • The Beauty, by Ryan Murphy, centers on a virus transforming people into idealized versions of themselves with deadly consequences.
  • Evan Peters stars as FBI agent Cooper Madsen, investigating deaths among supermodels.
  • Philip Harrah leads the prosthetics team, using 200 gallons of silicone for prosthetics worn by actors.
  • Costume designer Sarah Evelyn notes the distinctive aesthetic, inspired by classic body horror films, and the series critiques unrealistic beauty standards.