True crime is big, and movies based on real-life events are always trending. There is also a massive amount of horror fans who specifically dig this type of media. So, it is no surprise that the #1 thriller on Hulu is Boston Strangler.
Synopsis
Loretta McLaughlin was the reporter who first connected the murders and broke the story of the Boston Strangler. She and Jean Cole challenged the sexism of the early 1960s to report on the city’s most notorious serial killer.
Boston Strangler is written and directed by Matt Ruskin. It stars Keira Knightley, Carrie Coon, Chris Cooper, David Dastmalchian, and Alessandro Nivola.
The case involved a serial rapist and killer who murdered at least 13 women between 1962 and 1964. Victims ranged from 19 to 85 years old. Because there were never signs of forced entry into the homes, he was originally called the “Phantom Strangler.” There has been an ongoing debate on if the man in custody is the actual killer.
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Many viewers are praising the performances of the stellar cast. Tons of people are specifically showing up to tweet about Kiera Knightly appearing in the genre. Others are comparing the movie to Zodiac as they throw compliments at this Hulu Original.
See What The Internet Is Saying
Kathy and I just watched “Boston Strangler” (2023) on HULU.
This is one of the best movies I’ve ever seen. This is an intelligent movie – well scripted, well acted, well staged.
This is a movie for thinking adults. It’s about a lot of things – including working women.
True story.— Brendan Buschi (@bfbuschi) March 23, 2023
#BostonStrangler – With shades of She Said and Zodiac this is a compelling film from the first shot until the last, elevated by reliably strong and fiercely charismatic performances from Keira Knightley & Carrie Coon who deserve serious Emmy consideration. pic.twitter.com/IEZyxLRBEc
— Phantom (@effoff1988) March 17, 2023
Jarring to see Keira Knightley in a story as modern as The Boston Strangler
— sam greisman (@SAMGREIS) March 21, 2023
#BostonStrangler is a gripping film about the reporters who broke the story of the notorious serial killer. So not only does it deal with those horrific crimes, it also focuses on the challenges women journalists had to face in the 1960s in a powerful way. pic.twitter.com/13uSSE9N7C
— Thomas Storaï (@ThomasStorai) March 14, 2023
Watched Boston Strangler last night on Hulu. Solid film, gave me Zodiac-like vibes with the film style and story structure. More importantly in hones in on the frustrations of solving cases like this and the fear the women of Boston went through. pic.twitter.com/wyYQ4qSTJ0
— Slash City (@slash_city) March 24, 2023
“ooooh this girl is about to get boston strangled!” – me watching boston strangler
— Becca O’Neal (@becca_oneal) March 20, 2023
Not sure any film in recent memory has enraged me as much as “Boston Strangler,” being released today on @Hulu. Keira Knightly and Carrie Coon are magnificent in it. Coon, in particular, seems to quietly steal every scene she’s in. I don’t wanna spoil anything. Just watch it.
— Charlotte Clymer 🇺🇦 (@cmclymer) March 17, 2023
If you ever watched the masterpiece ZODIAC and found yourself inexplicably wishing it were a Keira Knightley movie, boy does BOSTON STRANGLER have a treat for you!
— Jesse Hassenger (@rockmarooned) March 18, 2023
i will be sat for the boston strangler hulu movie tonight because i think all films should be carrie coon and keira knightley investigating murders with brief appearances from luke kirby
— tori (@torlinnea) March 16, 2023
Watching Boston Strangler and Women Talking back-to-back has me feeling very suspicious of men right about now!
— ️️ sunny day 🇺🇸 (@littlelostsunny) March 20, 2023
Really enjoyed The Boston Strangler on Hulu. Definitely had some Zodiac vibes at times. Great cast, compelling story & leaves you wondering who actually committed these murders, all while admiring the women who pursued the truth relentlessly. @hulu #BostonStrangler
— Andrew Grevas (@AndrewGrevas) March 18, 2023
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Boston Strangler seems to be the moment. I mean, watching women hunting serial killers while combating sexism feels like the best way to spend a Friday night.
Check out the trailer for Hulu’s Boston Strangler:
Have you watched Boston Strangler on Hulu? Let me know if you dug it at @misssharai.
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