Ryan Murphy re-creates 1981 L.A. as the land of sun and serial killers in ‘The Shards’
Ryan Murphy's new show 'The Shards' is trending as critics and viewers weigh in on its first episodes.
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📍 How it ended
The story quieted without a definitive conclusion in the coverage. The series "The Shards" was released, with initial episodes recapped and streaming information provided.
Epilogue added 4d ago, after coverage quieted.
Quick answers
What is 'The Shards' about?
The Shards is a teen serial killer thriller set in 1981 Los Angeles. It is based on Bret Easton Ellis' bestseller and is produced by Ryan Murphy.
Where can I watch 'The Shards'?
The show is available for streaming. Yahoo and Page Six have published articles detailing where and how to stream the show. The Hollywood Reporter has published an article specifying the show's streaming availability.
What has the reception been like?
The show's reception has been mixed. Critics have praised the show's production values and performances. However, some have criticized the show's reliance on nostalgia and its shallow portrayal of its subject matter. The show's use of nepotism has also been a subject of controversy.
The brief
The first two episodes of 'The Shards' are out. The show is a period piece set in 1981 Los Angeles. It is based on Bret Easton Ellis' bestseller and is a teen serial killer thriller. The show is produced by Ryan Murphy. The show's release has sparked a wave of commentary. Vulture and Vogue have published recaps and reactions to the first episodes.
Yahoo has published a piece criticizing the show's use of nepotism and nostalgia. The Hollywood Reporter has published an article about the show's production and plans for multiple seasons. Time Magazine has published a review criticizing the show's depth. The show's release has also sparked discussion about how to watch it. Yahoo and Page Six have published articles detailing where and how to stream the show. The Hollywood Reporter has published an article specifying the show's streaming availability.
The show's reception has been mixed. Critics have praised the show's production values and performances. However, some have criticized the show's reliance on nostalgia and its shallow portrayal of its subject matter. The show's use of nepotism has also been a subject of controversy.
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Coverage (10)
- The Shards (2026) IMDb · 8d ago
- ‘The Shards’ Recap, Episode 2: Bret Comes of Age Vulture · 8d ago
- The Shards is full of nepo-babies and tedious Eighties nostalgia Yahoo · 8d ago
- 32 Burning Questions I Had After Watching The First Two Episodes Of ‘The Shards’ vogue.co.uk · 8d ago
- 52 Thoughts I Had About Episode 1 of ‘The Shards’ Vogue · 8d ago
- 'The Shards': How to watch the new Ryan Murphy show, where to stream, episode release schedule and more Yahoo · 8d ago
- Ryan Murphy Goes Inside the Making of ‘The Shards,’ Reveals Multi-Season Plan The Hollywood Reporter · 8d ago
- How to watch Ryan Murphy’s new show ‘The Shards’ for free: Release date, cast Page Six · 8d ago
- Where to Watch ‘The Shards,’ Ryan Murphy’s Adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis’ Bestseller The Hollywood Reporter · 8d ago
- Ryan Murphy’s Teen Serial Killer Thriller 'The Shards' Gets Stuck in the Shallow End Time Magazine · 8d ago
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