Fans of murder mysteries and true crime-type documentaries will be delighted to learn that Hulu historical crime drama Boston Strangler is now on the Disney+ streaming service. Directed by Matt Ruskin, Boston Strangler stars British actress Keira Knightley in the role of a real-life American reporter tracking a series of killings of women around Boston in the 1960s. The official case of this serial killer, aka the Boston Strangler, remains unsolved to this day, but the gruesome story really shook up things for decades.
The film centres around Loretta McLaughlin (Knightley), a reporter for Boston's Record American who is eager to showcase her journalistic integrity with more challenging stories. However, she is relegated to the lifestyle desk by editor Jack MacLaine, played by Chris Cooper, who consistently rejects her ideas despite her proposal of a series of killings in the city getting traction and catching the interest of the police. As soon as one of her articles about the murder case gets national attention, Loretta is given the opportunity to work full-time alongside more experienced crime reporter Jean Cole played by Carrie Coon. The two women pursue the story while putting their own lives on the line in the quest to uncover the truth. However, Loretta's dedication to the investigation begins to jeopardise her marriage and family life and raises concerns about her own safety. Each new lead brings about a sense of paranoia for Loretta, making her question who she can trust.
