'Fatal Attraction' plot explained: Here's what Paramount's remake of iconic erotic thriller is all about

The show stars Lizzy Caplan and Joshua Jackson
PUBLISHED APR 12, 2023
Joshua Jackson and Lizzy Caplan in 'Fatal Attraction' (Paramount+)
Joshua Jackson and Lizzy Caplan in 'Fatal Attraction' (Paramount+)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: You're about to be drawn in by a fresh interpretation of 'Fatal Attraction'. The original 1987 movie, which starred Glenn Close and Michael Douglas as a couple whose relationship goes gravely awry, was a worldwide blockbuster and received six Oscar nominations.

The timeless psychological thriller is currently being turned into a Paramount+ television series. This time, Alex Forrest, portrayed by Lizzy Caplan, refuses to severe her relationship with married man Dan Gallagher, played by Joshua Jackson. The following television show will be directed by Silver Tree and is written by Alexandra Cunningham and Kevin J Hynes. Want to know the entire plot of the upcoming remake? Read below to know the details

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What is the plot of Paramount's 'Fatal Attraction'?

The official synopsis of the mini series reads, “A deep-dive reimagining of the classic 80's thriller, exploring timeless themes of marriage and infidelity through the lens of modern attitudes toward strong women, personality disorders, and coercive control.”

Is there a trailer for 'Fatal Attraction'?

Yes there are infact two trailers released by the creators, find them below :



 



 

'Fatal Attraction' debuts on April 30 on Paramount+.

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