'Candy': Elisabeth Moss Teaming With 'Mad Men' Writer For Series About An Ax Murderer

Elisabeth Moss has yet another big-time project in the works. After a 2020 that has pretty great for the actress, highlighted by show-stopping performances in films such as “The Invisible Man” and “Shirley,” it appears that Moss isn’t slowing down anytime soon with a brand-new series in development, titled “Candy.”

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According to THR, Moss is signed on to star in “Candy,” produced by Universal Content Productions and written by “Mad Men” and “The Act” scribe, Robin Veith, who will also executive produce alongside Nick Antosca. The series is based on the true story of Candy Montgomery, a seemingly normal suburban mother and wife that was found guilty of murdering her church friend with an ax in 1980.

“I have been wanting to play an anti-heroine for a while now, and have been trying to work with Robin again after ‘Mad Men’ for even longer, so when she asked me if I wanted to play a housewife from Texas who, some would say, got away with murder, I simply said, ‘Where do I sign?’” Moss explained. “Adding the opportunity to work with Nick after his incredible work on ‘The Act’ was like taking a delicious dessert and putting 100 cherries on top. My producing partner Lindsey and I are so thrilled to be partnering with them and Alex and Scott and everyone at UCP on a show that I believe is truly going to be like no other we’ve done and will be a role like none I’ve ever played.”

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UCP president Dawn Olmstead added, “The unique tale of Candy Montgomery is one Nick has been passionate about telling for a very long time. After working with Robin on ‘The Act,’ the two crafted an incredible script that is tense, twisted and tempting. With her range of work speaking for itself, Elisabeth is dream casting for us and the care and thoughtfulness she will bring to the complex events that unfolded really deepens the project. I wish I was already sitting on the couch in a dark room watching the opening credits right now.”

As mentioned, Moss has been on fire lately with her 2020 features, as well as the highly-anticipated new season of Hulu’sThe Handmaid’s Tale,” which is expected to arrive in 2021. With “The Act” and “The Handmaid’s Tale” both on Hulu, it’s not out of the realm of possibility that the streaming platform could land “Candy.” The report claims that the producers are approaching premium networks and streaming services about the project.