Anne Hathaway is set to star in the upcoming true crime limited series Fear Not, premiering soon on Paramount+. The show, based on Julie Miller’s Vanity Fair article, follows the gripping story of Margy Palm, a kidnapped woman whose faith played a crucial role in capturing the notorious serial killer Stephen Morin. This marks Hathaway’s return to television after her 2022 Apple TV+ series WeCrashed.
Story Behind ‘Fear Not’: Faith Meets Crime Investigation
Fear Not dramatizes the chilling encounter between Margy Palm and Stephen Morin, states one description of the series. Morin, who is implicated in more offenses than infamous serial killer Ted Bundy, abducted Palm under deadly circumstances. Yet, an unexpected transformation occurred during her captivity, involving compassion, prayer, and remarkable bravery. Palm’s steadfast faith and belief in Morin’s potential for change forged a profound connection that endured beyond her rescue, ultimately culminating in Morin’s death sentence.
‘Fear Not’ tells the story of a prolific serial killer, Stephen Morin — accused of more crimes than Ted Bundy — and the unlikely bond he formed with Margy Palm (Hathaway), the last woman he ever kidnapped. Morin’s abduction of Palm, which started as a deadly captive situation, took an unlikely turn: one which included compassion, prayer and profound courage. Palm’s devotion to her faith and her insistence that Morin could be transformed, became the impetus of a relationship that lasted long after Palm was returned to safety — until Morin received the death penalty.
– Official series logline
Production Team and Creative Leadership
Anne Hathaway is not only starring in the series but also serves as an executive producer through her production company, Somewhere Pictures, alongside Adam Shulman and Jonathan Rice. Additional executive producers include Steve Stark and Stacey Levin from Toluca Pictures, Helen Eastbrook of Vanity Fair Studios, and Margt, Bart, and Noelle Palm. MGM Television is handling production responsibilities for the show.
Anne Hathaway’s Expanding 2026 Slate
In 2026, Anne Hathaway is among the most in-demand actresses, with five to six film releases expected. Beyond Fear Not, her projects include David Lowery’s Mother Mary, the sequel The Devil Wears Prada 2, Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, as well as Flowervale Street and Verity, the latter possibly debuting on Prime Video. These diverse roles underscore Hathaway’s continued prominence in both film and television.
Writer Bash Doran’s Involvement and Background
Bash Doran adapts Miller’s Vanity Fair article for the series. Doran has a strong background in television drama and is known for writing pilots such as Hulu’s Foster Dad and HBO Max’s How To Survive Without Me, both collaborations with Greg Berlanti. Her prior experience includes work on acclaimed series like Boardwalk Empire and Masters of Sex, as well as British creations Traitors and Life After Life. Additionally, she has contributed to Netflix as a consulting producer on Beef and penned the historical film Outlaw Kings.
Anticipation and Future Developments
Details on casting, particularly for the role of Stephen Morin, have yet to be announced. As production progresses, more information will emerge about the series’ release date and supporting cast. Fear Not will explore complex dynamics between victim and captor, emphasizing faith and courage under harrowing circumstances, and it is expected to attract audiences interested in intense true crime stories.
