Patricia Arquette on Starring as Maggie Murdaugh in ‘Murdaugh Murders’: ‘Such a Sad, Rotten American Tale’

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After wrapping up “Severance” Season 2, renowned Oscar-winning actress Patricia Arquette is set to step into the role of Maggie Murdaugh in the forthcoming Hulu series “Murdaugh Murders.” This intriguing tale has held Arquette’s interest “constantly.

As a movie reviewer reflecting on my experience, I found it captivating to delve into the intricacies of a relationship with someone who, in retrospect, exhibited narcissistic traits akin to a malignant narcissist. The allure of their seemingly enchanted life together was compelling, yet the eventual devastation that ensued was a grim portrayal of an American tragedy. It was a heart-wrenching tale of destruction and rot.

The show draws inspiration from the work of journalist Mandy Matney, who produced the “Murdaugh Murders” podcast, and focuses on the influential Murdaugh family, who have been implicated in fraud and murder. Arquette’s character, Maggie Murdaugh, was discovered dead alongside her son, Paul Murdaugh, in 2021. Portraying a deceased character like Maggie presents a significant acting challenge for Arquette, yet she is drawn to embodying the “spirit” or “heart” of any character she takes on.

To what extent are we complicit in our own deception and self-deception? How often do we rationalize situations, make excuses, and believe that others will change. This pattern isn’t always fatal, but it’s a highly destructive one, and I think it’s quite common… [Maggie] adored her children deeply, yet it’s like a frog in boiling water. She became so accustomed to this chaotic behavior that it seemed normal to her.

Additionally, the cast features Jason Clark portraying Alex Murdaugh, alongside J. Smith-Cameron, Johnny Berchtold, Gerald McRaney, Will Harrison, Brittany Snow, Noah Emmerich, Kathleen Wilhoite, and Tommy Dewey.

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2025-05-05 18:18