Gripping True-Crime Series Set to Premiere - Sky's 'Devil in Disguise' Explores John Wayne Gacy's Horrifying Crimes
Sky is set to premiere 'Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy' on October 17, a true-crime series exploring the chilling tale of the notorious serial killer who preyed on young men and teenagers in the 1970s. The series, starring Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Gacy, aims to shed light on the victims and the reasons behind the delayed discovery of his crimes.
John Wayne Gacy, a seemingly respectable citizen and active community member, managed to keep his horrifying crimes hidden for years. His charming public persona and high social standing led neighbours, police, and security services to overlook the monster lurking beneath. Gacy, played by Moss-Bachrach, lured his victims into his home under various pretences, abusing and murdering them.
The series, which premieres in four episodes on October 17 with the remaining four episodes following on October 24, delves into the stories of the victims and their families. It also explores the investigators, including police officers Rafael Tovar and Joe Kozenczak, who ultimately brought Gacy to justice. Unlike other productions, 'Devil in Disguise' respects the victims and their families by not showing the murders directly.
Gacy's crimes remained undiscovered for so long due to his deceptive public image. The series aims to honour the victims and their families by focusing on their stories and examining the factors that allowed Gacy's atrocities to go undetected. 'Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy' premieres on Sky and Wow on October 17.
