Get ready for a dark and gripping ride into the heart of the Bible Belt! Joe Robert Cole, the writer of Black Panther and “American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson,” is bringing S.A. Cosby’s New York Times bestselling novel, “All the Sinners Bleed,” to life as a new series for Netflix.
A Community in Danger
This isn’t your feel-good small-town story, folks. Our protagonist is the first black sheriff in a tight-knit, deeply religious county in southern Virginia. However, he’s a man haunted by his past life in the FBI and the recent death of his mother. Now, he’s tasked with leading the chilling hunt for a serial killer who has been quietly stalking and preying on black communities in the area for years, all under the twisted guise of doing God’s work.
Behind the Camera
Cole isn’t just adapting the novel; he’s taking the reins as showrunner, writer, and executive producer. He’s also set to direct the first few episodes, setting the tone for what’s sure to be a compelling and atmospheric series.
Adding even more weight to the project, the author, S.A. Cosby, will also serve as an executive producer. And if that wasn’t enough, Higher Ground Productions and Amblin Entertainment—some serious heavy hitters in the industry—are also executive producing the series.
A Must See
What’s particularly cool is that Higher Ground Productions is the company co-founded by none other than Barack Obama, who included Cosby’s novel on his 2023 Summer Reading List. When the former president gives a book his seal of approval, you know it’s probably worth paying attention to.
With a gripping premise, a talented creative team, and the backing of some major players, this adaptation of All the Sinners Bleed will be a must-watch series for anyone who loves a dark, complex thriller with a powerful story to tell. Keep an eye out for it on Netflix!
