Laura Dern to Star in Series on Epstein Crimes Investigation

The actress will portray the journalist who uncovered the shocking details of the Epstein case.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 6:32pm

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An abstract illustration using bold black shapes and high-contrast colors to conceptually represent the themes of power, corruption, and the pursuit of justice.A new scripted series dramatizes the investigative work that exposed the shocking crimes of Jeffrey Epstein.Los Angeles Today

Acclaimed actress Laura Dern has been cast to play the lead role in an upcoming scripted series based on the book 'Perversion of Justice: The Jeffrey Epstein Story'. The series will dramatize the real-life investigation conducted by the journalist who uncovered the shocking details of Epstein's crimes and the systemic failures that allowed them to continue for years.

Why it matters

The Jeffrey Epstein case was one of the most high-profile and disturbing scandals of the 21st century, exposing the power dynamics and institutional complicity that enabled a wealthy and connected sexual predator to operate with impunity for decades. This new series aims to shed further light on the investigative work that eventually brought Epstein's crimes to public attention.

The details

The series will be based on the book 'Perversion of Justice: The Jeffrey Epstein Story' by Julie K. Brown, the Miami Herald journalist whose relentless reporting was instrumental in finally bringing Epstein to justice. Dern will portray Brown as she delves into the complex web of Epstein's crimes and the powerful individuals who shielded him from accountability.

  • The series is currently in development and does not yet have a confirmed release date.

The players

Laura Dern

An acclaimed American actress known for her roles in films such as 'Jurassic Park', 'Little Women', and 'Marriage Story'.

Julie K. Brown

An investigative journalist for the Miami Herald whose reporting on the Jeffrey Epstein case was instrumental in bringing his crimes to light.

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What they’re saying

“This is a story that needs to be told, and I'm honored to bring Julie's courageous reporting to life on screen.”

— Laura Dern

The takeaway

This series represents an important opportunity to further examine the systemic failures and power dynamics that enabled Jeffrey Epstein's crimes to continue for so long, and to shine a light on the vital role of investigative journalism in uncovering the truth.