Psycho Doc: Hearst EMEA Deal
- A new two-part docuseries, Ed Gein: Original Psycho, will delve into the life and crimes of Ed Gein, the notorious serial killer who inspired horror classics such as...
- The series will air on Hearst’s Crime+Investigation channel.
- Filming is taking place in both the United Kingdom and the United States.
Explore the disturbing new docuseries, “Ed Gein: Original Psycho,” a chilling exploration of the killer who influenced the horror genre. Hearst Networks EMEA, Spirit Studios, and BossaNova team up to co-produce this true crime project, promising a fresh perspective on Gein’s psyche. The series employs innovative methods, including AI, to reconstruct Gein’s confessions from 1957, blending documentary with a touch of horror. Interviews with psychologists, forensic experts, and those who knew Gein add layers of complexity to the narrative. The film’s role aims to blur the lines of the true crime genre, offering in-depth insights into the twisted mind of “the Butcher of plainfield”. News Directory 3 is covering the deal. With filming underway in the UK and US,the series anticipates significant international attention. Discover what’s next for true crime enthusiasts.
‘Ed Gein: Original Psycho’ Docuseries to Explore Twisted Mind
Updated june 16, 2025
A new two-part docuseries, Ed Gein: Original Psycho, will delve into the life and crimes of Ed Gein, the notorious serial killer who inspired horror classics such as Psycho, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, and The Silence of the Lambs. The true crime documentary is a co-production between Hearst Networks EMEA, Spirit Studios, and BossaNova.
The series will air on Hearst’s Crime+Investigation channel. matt Campion of Spirit Studios is directing, with martin Sadofski producing. BossaNova holds the international sales rights. The show aims to provide a fresh and unsettling look into Gein’s psyche, using reconstructed transcripts of his 1957 confessions. Generative AI will portray Gein, while an actor will play the detective who led the interrogation.
Filming is taking place in both the United Kingdom and the United States. The production includes interviews with psychologists, forensic experts, and individuals who personally knew Gein, also known as “the Butcher of Plainfield.” Producers say the series blurs the line between documentary and horror as it reveals the disturbing discoveries made inside Gein’s farmhouse.
“This is not just another retelling of a notorious case – it’s an invitation into the fractured mind of Ed Gein, told in a way that’s as immersive as it is unsettling,” said Spirit Creative Director and co-founder Campion. “We wanted to create somthing that pushes the boundaries of true crime storytelling and resonates with a global audience.”
Kelly Hornsby, head of acquisitions for Hearst Networks EMEA, said the use of pioneering production techniques and innovative storytelling methods will provide a fresh insight into the life of one of America’s most infamous killers.
“We’re delighted to be partnering with Spirit Studios and BossaNova in this two-part special for Crime+Investigation UK,” Hornsby said.
Claire Runham, head of acquisitions at BossaNova, emphasized the partnership’s strength in the true crime genre.
“Both Spirit and bossanova have a strong track record in the true crime genre, making this partnership all the more meaningful as we join forces to deliver programmes that are disturbingly authentic,” Runham said.
What’s next
with the third season of Netflix’s Monster, featuring Charlie Hunnam as Gein, on the horizon, Ed Gein: Original Psycho anticipates significant interest and international attention.