The third installment of the acclaimed ‘Monster’ series, “Monster: The Ed Gein Story,” is now available on Netflix, featuring Charlie Hunnam in the titular role. The series delves into the dark life of Ed Gein, a notorious murderer and grave robber whose story has inspired some of Hollywood’s most unforgettable on-screen serial killers.
The Murky Death of Henry Gein:
In the series’ premiere episode, viewers witness a fictionalized account of Ed Gein allegedly killing his older brother, Henry, aged 43. This act reportedly stemmed from Henry’s desire to distance himself from their overbearing mother, Augusta. The show depicts Gein striking Henry with a piece of wood, concealing his body in the woods, and staging a brush fire to cover up the crime.
However, in reality, while Ed Gein confessed to murdering two women, he never admitted to killing his brother. According to reports, it was Ed himself who alerted town officials about the fire, leading to the discovery of Henry’s body. The scene of discovery showed significant burn marks, but police initially ruled out foul play. The official cause of Henry’s death was determined by the county coroner to be heart failure due to asphyxiation.
The Crimes Against Bernice Worden and Mary Hogan:
Ed Gein, who resided in Plainfield, Wisconsin, was arrested in November 1957. The investigation began after Bernice Worden, a local hardware store owner, was found dead in his shed, her body hanging from hooks. In Gein’s home, police discovered the remains of Mary Hogan, a tavern owner who had been missing for three years. The gruesome findings also included human skulls, multiple masks made from human skin, a lampshade fashioned from human skin, and a corset made from the skin of a female torso, as detailed by USA Today.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- When did ‘Monster: The Ed Gein Story’ premiere on Netflix? The series premiered on Netflix on October 3.
- Who plays Ed Gein in ‘Monster: The Ed Gein Story’? Charlie Hunnam portrays Ed Gein.
- When did Charlie Hunnam marry Katharine Towne? Charlie Hunnam married Katharine Towne in 1999; they separated in 2002.