20th Century Studios’ next release is “Boston Strangler”, which is an all-new film from award-winning writer-director Matt Ruskin (“Crown Heights”) comes ‘Boston Strangler,” a true-crime thriller about the trailblazing reporters who broke the story of the notorious Boston Strangler murders of the 1960s.  The film is coming to Hulu in the United States, on Star+ on Latin America and on Disney+ around the world on Friday, 17th March 2023.

The film follows Loretta McLaughlin (Keira Knightley), a reporter for the Record-American newspaper, who becomes the first journalist to connect the Boston Strangler murders. As the mysterious killer claims more and more victims, Loretta attempts to continue her investigation alongside colleague and confidante Jean Cole (Carrie Coon), yet the duo finds themselves stymied by the rampant sexism of the era. Nevertheless, McLaughlin and Cole bravely pursue the story at great personal risk, putting their own lives on the line in their quest to uncover the truth.

“Boston Stranglers” stars two-time Oscar nominee Keira Knightley (“The Imitation Game,” “Pride & Prejudice”), Emmy nominee Carrie Coon (“Fargo,” “The Gilded Age”), Alessandro Nivola (“Amsterdam”), David Dastmalchian (“Dune”), Morgan Spector (“Homeland”), Emmy Award nominee Bill Camp (“The Night Of,” “The Queen’s Gambit”), and Academy Award winner Chris Cooper (“Adaptation”). Written and directed by Matt Ruskin, the film is produced by Ridley Scott (“The Martian”), Kevin J. Walsh (“House of Gucci”), Michael Pruss (“American Woman”), Josey McNamara (“Promising Young Woman”), and Tom Ackerley (“I, Tonya”), with Michael Fottrell (“The Fate of the Furious”) and Sam Roston serving as executive producers.

The social media embargo has lifted, and critics from around the world have been able to share their first impressions of the film:

Here’s my social media reaction:

#bostonstrangler is a solid true-crime thriller that I really enjoyed. This is an easy recommendation to anyone who loves a good murder mystery.  It's got a great cast & the story kept me intrigued throughout.

Coming to #hulu / #disneyplus internationally on Friday pic.twitter.com/kz2Dg8GDnu

— What’s On Disney Plus (@disneyplusnews) March 14, 2023

And here are some other critics’ responses to the film:

Keira Knightley and Carrie Coon make #BostonStrangler engaging enough to keep you watching, but the film itself refuses to commit to any of the interesting angles it presents. The result is a by-the-numbers true crime story. pic.twitter.com/5iKeXgDkef

— Jordan Maison (@JordanMaison) March 14, 2023

#BostonStrangler is… fine.

The highlights are Keira Knightly & Carrie Coon & the film does a great job of showing how important it is to have women in the newsroom.

Unfortunately, the film winds up feeling like a dull version of ‘Zodiac’. pic.twitter.com/J8DKuCDiZx

— Jord(an)🇹🇹 (@JordisTweeting) March 14, 2023

While so many stories these days are glorifying serial killers, #BostonStrangler places the emphasis not on the murders, but the amazing women telling the story. @carriecoon & Keira Knightley have amazing chemistry. Pieces from myself and @jaderafallo coming 2 @AgentsFandom soon! pic.twitter.com/l04oyUgf2I

— TJ Zwarych – Agents Of Fandom (@TJ_Zwarych5) March 14, 2023

This shit was not good.

Felt like a film made in 2015 with the objective of trying to be as cliched as possible. The only guidance was “some women don’t get treated nicely at work” and it was super reductive to McLaughlin’s efforts. Do not watch #BostonStrangler https://t.co/idcETbtarQ

— Mo – Joel Miller Defender (@MoFromStreamr) March 14, 2023

#BostonStrangler explores the work of the reporters who broke the titular case. Keira Knightley and Carrie Coon both give great performances! The movie is structured well, but it’s missing the stakes, emotions & horror of true crime.

Coming to streaming on @hulu on March 17th! pic.twitter.com/vM2aOqhoZM

— jade (@jaderafallo) March 14, 2023

BOSTON STRANGLER is an interesting crime thriller based on real events that instead of the killer, focuses on the women journalists who broke the story and are rarely credited. Strong performances from both Keira Knightley & Carrie Coon. It'll make you curious.#BostonStrangler pic.twitter.com/ow4qnVcxcG

— Ashley Saunders she/her (@ThatAshleyErin) March 14, 2023

Despite the film’s title, #BostonStrangler isn’t primarily about the murders. The film tells the compelling story of Loretta McLaughlin and her rise as a successful news reporter and the sexism challenges she faced. An excellent film with a very powerful message. @20thcentury pic.twitter.com/CubFFxc7a7

— Alexander Navarro (@AlexNavarro616) March 13, 2023

“Boston Strangler” is coming to Hulu in the United States, on Star+ on Latin America and on Disney+ around the world on Friday, 17th March 2023.

Roger Palmer

Roger has been a Disney fan since he was a kid and this interest has grown over the years. He has visited Disney Parks around the globe and has a vast collection of Disney movies and collectibles. He is the owner of What's On Disney Plus & DisKingdom. Email: Roger@WhatsOnDisneyPlus.com Twitter: Twitter.com/RogPalmerUK Facebook: Facebook.com/rogpalmeruk

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