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The Shards

TV-MA2026–1 seasonRyan Murphy
IMDb 6.0

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"If looks could kill."

17-year-old Bret Easton Ellis is in his final year at the elite Buckley prep school. Upending his world is the arrival of a mysterious new student, Robert Mallory, whose unsettling presence coincides with the activities of a serial killer known as The Trawler.

DramaMystery
Based On Novel Or BookPrivate SchoolLos Angeles, CaliforniaPreparatory School1980sInspirationalTeenagerExhilaratedSeductive

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Shards (2026) about?

17-year-old Bret Easton Ellis is in his final year at the elite Buckley prep school. Upending his world is the arrival of a mysterious new student, Robert Mallory, whose unsettling presence coincides with the activities of a serial killer known as The Trawler.

Who stars in The Shards?

The Shards stars Igby Rigney (Bret Easton Ellis), Kaia Gerber (Susan Reynolds), Homer Gere (Robert Mallory), Hayes Warner (Debbie Schaffer), Graham Campbell (Thom Wright). The series was created by Ryan Murphy.

How many seasons does The Shards have?

The Shards has 1 seasons. There are 9 episodes in total.

Is The Shards worth watching?

The Shards holds an IMDb rating of 6.0/10. Fans of Drama, Mystery are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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