Melissa McCarthy and Clive Owen to star in JonBenét Ramsey limited series on Paramount+

The JonBenét Ramsey series promises a deeper look at the tragedy and the relentless media frenzy that followed.


Pop Culture & Art September 06, 2024
Melissa McCarthy and Clive Owen to star in JonBenét Ramsey limited series on Paramount+

A new limited series exploring the tragic and still-unsolved murder of JonBenét Ramsey has been ordered by Paramount+. The series, simply titled "JonBenét Ramsey," will star Oscar-nominated actors Melissa McCarthy and Clive Owen as the parents, Patsy and John Ramsey.

The project is helmed by an impressive creative team, including showrunner Richard LaGravenese ("Behind the Candelabra") and director Anne Sewitsky ("Presumed Innocent"). Produced by MTV Entertainment Studios and 101 Studios, the series aims to provide a nuanced look at the Ramseys' lives before and after the tragedy, as they navigate the devastating loss of their daughter and the unrelenting media scrutiny that ensued.

The series is poised to capture the complexities of the case, the intense public interest, and the toll it took on the Ramsey family. With McCarthy and Owen's talent and the creative team's experience, "JonBenét Ramsey" promises a compelling and sensitive portrayal of this enduring American mystery.

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