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- English
- Country
- US
- Studio
- 20th Television
- Seasons
- 1 · 10 eps
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5.8/10
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The Shards is a drama series produced by 20th Television, set to premiere on August 5, 2026. Based on Bret Easton Ellis's novel, it follows a fictionalized 17-year-old version of Ellis during his senior year at an elite Los Angeles prep school in 1981, where the arrival of a new student intersects with the crimes of a serial killer.
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Key features
- ·Drama series set in Los Angeles, 1981
- ·One season, ten episodes total
- ·Produced by 20th Television
- ·Based on Bret Easton Ellis's novel
- ·Features a fictionalized teenage version of Ellis
- ·Serial killer thriller narrative thread
- ·Elite prep school setting
FAQ
When does The Shards Season 1 premiere?
The Shards premieres on August 5, 2026. The series consists of a single season of ten episodes produced by 20th Television.
Where can I watch The Shards?
Specific streaming or broadcast platform details have not yet been confirmed in the available data. Check 20th Television's distribution announcements for updates closer to the August 2026 premiere.
How many episodes does The Shards Season 1 have?
Season 1 of The Shards consists of ten episodes. It is currently structured as a single season.
What genre is The Shards?
The Shards is a drama series with thriller elements. It blends autofiction — following a fictionalized teenage Bret Easton Ellis — with a serial killer storyline set against the backdrop of a Los Angeles prep school in 1981.
How many seasons does The Shards have?
The Shards currently has one season announced, comprising ten episodes in total.
Is The Shards based on a book?
Yes, the series adapts Bret Easton Ellis's novel of the same name, which was published in 2023. The novel similarly follows a fictionalized version of Ellis as a teenager at the Buckley School in 1981, merging memoir-style storytelling with thriller fiction.
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The Shards is a one-season drama series from 20th Television premiering on August 5, 2026. The story is set in Los Angeles in 1981 and centers on a 17-year-old fictionalized version of author Bret Easton Ellis during his final year at the Buckley School, a private preparatory institution. The season consists of ten episodes.
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