Anne Hathaway is set to headline the true crime limited series Fear Not, premiering soon on Paramount+. This project is based on Julie Miller’s Vanity Fair article and explores the harrowing case of Margy Palm, whose faith played a crucial role in capturing one of America’s most notorious serial killers. The series sheds light on a dark chapter in true crime history, starring Hathaway as Palm in a story that combines suspense with unexpected compassion.
The Story Behind ‘Fear Not’: Courage and Faith Amidst Terror
Fear Not centers on the chilling crimes of Stephen Morin, a serial killer accused of more offenses than Ted Bundy. The series reveals the extraordinary relationship between Morin and Margy Palm, the last woman he kidnapped. What began as a brutal abduction transformed into a connection marked by empathy, prayer, and remarkable courage. Palm’s steadfast faith and belief in the possibility of Morin’s redemption shaped their interaction, providing the foundation for a bond that endured beyond her escape and until Morin’s execution.
‘Fear Not’ tells the story of a prolific serial killer, Stephen Morin — accused of more crimes than Ted Bundy — and the unlikely bond he formed with Margy Palm (Hathaway), the last woman he ever kidnapped. Morin’s abduction of Palm, which started as a deadly captive situation, took an unlikely turn: one which included compassion, prayer and profound courage. Palm’s devotion to her faith and her insistence that Morin could be transformed, became the impetus of a relationship that lasted long after Palm was returned to safety — until Morin received the death penalty.
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Production Team and Creative Talent Behind the Series
Anne Hathaway will not only star but also executive produce Fear Not through her production company, Somewhere Pictures, alongside Adam Shulman and Jonathan Rice. Additional executive producers include Steve Stark and Stacey Levin from Toluca Pictures, Helen Eastbrook representing Vanity Fair Studios, and Margt, Bart, and Noelle Palm. MGM Television is the primary producer for the series, ensuring a high-quality production backing this intense true crime narrative.
Anne Hathaway’s Expanding Career and Upcoming Projects
This marks Hathaway’s first major television role since her 2022 appearance in Apple TV+’s WeCrashed. The actress’s schedule remains exceptionally busy in 2026, with several high-profile films slated for release, including David Lowery’s Mother Mary, the sequel The Devil Wears Prada 2, Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, Flowervale Street, and Verity, which may premiere on Prime Video. Hathaway’s move into television with Fear Not highlights her range and growing presence in both film and streaming media.
Writer Bash Doran’s Role and Previous Work
Bash Doran adapts Julie Miller’s Vanity Fair article for the screen. Known for creating British shows like Traitors and Life After Life, Doran also has significant experience with American television, including work on Boardwalk Empire and Masters of Sex. Her recent projects encompass pilots for Hulu’s Foster Dad and HBO Max’s How To Survive Without Me, both collaborations with Greg Berlanti. Doran has contributed as a consulting producer on Netflix’s Beef and penned the historical film Outlaw Kings.
Anticipation Builds for Casting and Release Details
While Anne Hathaway’s role as Margy Palm is confirmed, casting for Stephen Morin and other characters has not yet been announced. The series promises a gripping and unsettling portrayal of a true crime event that challenges perceptions of victim and captor dynamics. Fans of the genre can expect an intense dramatization grounded in real-life events. Further information about the series’ release date and additional cast members will be shared as production progresses.
