Hulu has recently unveiled a gripping trailer for its upcoming series, ‘Saint X,’ giving viewers a glimpse into a captivating storyline that delves into the consequences of a mysterious death, unraveling across several years and multitude of timelines. The highly-anticipated series is set to debut on Wednesday, April 26 on Hulu, with the first three episodes available for streaming. Following the premiere, subsequent remaining five episodes will be released on a weekly basis.
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The latest trailer of ‘Saint X’ showcases the contrast between the idyllic tropical getaway and the unfathomable tragedy unfolding. Much like the show’s format, the trailer jumps back and forth between different time periods, depicting the mundane pleasures of the Caribbean vacation, the consequential aftermath of a young girl’s demise, and the subsequent life of her sister, several years later. It won’t be wrong to say that the ‘Saint X’ is shrouded in secrecy, with many dark mysteries waiting to be unraveled. To uncover these enigmas, you’ll need to tune in to the series itself.
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Here’s the official synopsis for ‘Saint X’: “The series, which is told via multiple timelines, explores and upends the girl-gone-missing genre as it explores how a young woman’s mysterious death during an idyllic Caribbean vacation creates a traumatic ripple effect that eventually pulls her surviving sister into a dangerous pursuit of the truth.”
Following the official synopsis of the story, ‘Saint X,’ drawing inspiration from Alexis Schaitkin’s acclaimed novel, takes a deep dive into a young girl’s death during what was supposed to be a blissful Caribbean vacation. The series doesn’t just investigate the events leading up to her demise but also delves into the far-reaching impact her death has on individuals, including her sister, who is determined to uncover the truth behind the tragedy, even if it means putting her own life in danger.
While ‘Saint X’ indeed boasts elements of a classic murder mystery, the series goes beyond the genre’s standard fare by exploring the increasingly prevalent ‘’girl-gone-missing” trope, which has captured audiences’ attention recently with films like ‘Gone Girl’ and other complex conspiracies.
Furthermore, ‘Saint X’ touches upon the theme of social class as it examines the power dynamics at play in the resort setting. In this regard, the series evokes memories of the HBO hit ‘The White Lotus,’ which similarly explored issues in a seemingly idyllic location. With its layered characters and thought-provoking themes, ‘Saint X’ is set to be a must-watch series for fans of gripping dramas.
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A star-studded cast brings the characters of ‘Saint X’ to life, including Josh Bonzie, Kenlee Anaya Townsend, West Duchovny, Bre Francis, Alycia Debnam-Carey, Jayden Elijah, Betsy Brandt, and Michael Park.
The series is helmed by Leila Gerstein, an Emmy-winning writer and producer known for her work on ‘The Handmaid’s Tale.’ Gerstein has written three of the show’s episodes and also serves as a developer for the series. Meanwhile, the show’s pilot is directed by Dee Rees, an accomplished filmmaker whose past work includes ‘Mudbound’ and ‘Pariah.’
In addition to Gerstein and Rees, ‘Saint X’ boasts impressive executive producers, including Alexis Schaitkin, David Levine, Zack Hayden, and Stephen Williams, among others.
Don’t miss the highly-anticipated premiere of ‘Saint X’ on Hulu on Wednesday April 26, as the true crime style series promises to be a thrilling addition to the platform’s collection of psychological fiction. And if you’re a fan of dramas exploring the complexities of human nature and are looking for even more true crime content, check out the extensive selection of true crime shows on Hulu.
