Key Facts
Oscar-winning actress Geena Davis is set to executive-produce and star in a new HBO true crime drama titled 'Dorothea.' The series will focus on the infamous California serial killer Dorothea Puente, who operated a boarding house in Sacramento during the 1980s. Davis will play Puente, a woman who murdered her tenants and fraudulently collected their social security checks.
Details of the Series
According to reports, the show is being developed by showrunner Joshua Michael Stern, known for his work on 'Graves.' The story is based on a co-write by Michael Rosenbaum and Jane Whitney. The series is currently in the early stages of development at HBO.
The official logline describes Puente as a Sacramento woman who ran a boarding house for the less fortunate. Her seemingly benevolent actions masked her sinister motives: she murdered her boarders and continued to cash their social security checks. She evaded suspicion for years due to her disarming, matronly demeanor but was eventually arrested. After a dramatic trial, she was convicted of three murders and spent her remaining years in prison.
If the series moves forward, it will mark Davis's first leading television role since ABC's 'Commander in Chief,' which aired for one season in 2006.
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FAQ
Who is Dorothea Puente?
Dorothea Puente was a California woman who ran a boarding house in Sacramento in the 1980s. She murdered several boarders and cashed their social security checks. She was convicted of three murders.
When will the HBO series 'Dorothea' premiere?
No premiere date has been announced yet. The series is still in development.
Who else is cast in 'Dorothea'?
Only Geena Davis has been announced so far. The showrunner is Joshua Michael Stern.