Laura Dern to Star in Epstein Limited Series

New show based on journalist's investigation of Epstein case

Mar. 30, 2026 at 6:56pm

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An extreme close-up of a shattered mirror reflecting a faint glimmer of light, conceptually representing the complex web of power and influence that enabled Jeffrey Epstein's crimes.A new limited series dramatizing the investigative reporting that exposed the Jeffrey Epstein scandal aims to shed light on the complex power dynamics that allowed his crimes to go unchecked for years.Today in Miami

Acclaimed actress Laura Dern will portray Miami Herald investigative journalist Julie K. Brown in a new limited series about Brown's groundbreaking reporting that exposed the secret plea deal between Jeffrey Epstein and federal prosecutors. The series is being executive produced by Adam McKay.

Why it matters

Brown's reporting was instrumental in bringing the Epstein case back into the public spotlight and leading to the disgraced financier's eventual arrest and conviction. This limited series dramatization will shed further light on the complex web of power, influence, and cover-ups that enabled Epstein's crimes to go unchecked for years.

The details

The new limited series will dramatize Brown's explosive investigative work that revealed the controversial non-prosecution agreement Epstein had secured from federal prosecutors in the late 2000s, despite numerous allegations of sexual abuse against underage girls. Dern will play the lead role of Brown, the tenacious Miami Herald reporter who helped uncover this scandal.

  • In the late 2000s, Epstein secured a controversial non-prosecution agreement from federal prosecutors.
  • In 2018, the Miami Herald published Brown's groundbreaking reporting on the Epstein case.
  • In 2019, Epstein was arrested and charged with sex trafficking of minors.

The players

Laura Dern

An acclaimed American actress who will portray investigative journalist Julie K. Brown in the new limited series.

Julie K. Brown

The Miami Herald investigative journalist whose reporting exposed the secret plea deal between Jeffrey Epstein and federal prosecutors.

Adam McKay

The acclaimed filmmaker who is serving as an executive producer on the new limited series.

Jeffrey Epstein

The disgraced financier whose crimes and controversial plea deal are the focus of the new limited series.

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What’s next

The limited series is currently in development, with no set release date announced yet. Casting for additional roles beyond Dern's lead part is expected to be announced in the coming months.

The takeaway

This new limited series dramatizing Julie K. Brown's groundbreaking reporting on the Epstein case underscores the vital role of investigative journalism in holding the powerful accountable and bringing long-buried scandals to light.