The Beauty FX Series(2026): Release Date, Trailer Breakdown, Cast & Why This Body-Horror Thriller Is a Must-Watch

Beauty can be deadly — and in FX’s bold new series, it literally is.

The Beauty is an upcoming science-fiction body-horror thriller from Ryan Murphy, and the newly released teaser makes one thing clear: this is not another glossy fashion drama. Premiering January 21, 2026, The Beauty blends glamour, conspiracy, and grotesque horror into one of FX’s most ambitious shows yet.

The Beauty – Release Date & Where to Watch

• Premiere Date: January 21, 2026

• Network: FX

• Streaming: FX on Hulu (U.S.)

• International Streaming: Disney+

• Launch Format: First 3 episodes drop on day one, followed by weekly releases

The show will also be available via Hulu on Disney+, expanding its global reach right from launch.

What Is The Beauty About?

The premise is as seductive as it is disturbing.

When international supermodels begin dying in brutal, unexplained ways, FBI agents Cooper Madsen and Jordan Bennett are assigned to investigate. What they uncover isn’t a serial killer — it’s a systemic conspiracy.

Their trail leads to a shadowy figure known only as “The Corporation”, a billionaire power broker whose trillion-dollar empire may be tied to the deaths… and to a threat that could rewrite the future of humanity itself.

This isn’t just murder.

It’s weaponized beauty.

Based on a Cult-Favorite Comic

The Beauty is adapted from the graphic novel series by Jeremy Haun and Jason A. Hurley, a cult hit known for its chilling idea:

What if physical beauty could be engineered — and at a horrifying cost?

Ryan Murphy’s adaptation leans hard into that concept, expanding it into a world-scale thriller with political, corporate, and moral consequences.

Cast: A Heavyweight Ensemble

Main Cast

• Evan Peters as Cooper Madsen (FBI agent)

• Rebecca Hall as Jordan Bennett (FBI agent)

• Ashton Kutcher as The Corporation

• Anthony Ramos

• Jeremy Pope

Notable Guest Appearances

The series also features an eye-catching lineup including Bella Hadid, Ben Platt, Meghan Trainor, Nicola Peltz Beckham, Billy Eichner, Vincent D’Onofrio, and more — blurring the line between pop culture and horror storytelling.

Genre & Tone: Why The Beauty Feels Different

This isn’t horror for jump scares.

The Beauty sits at the intersection of:

• Body horror

• Science fiction

• Corporate conspiracy thrillers

Expect:

• disturbing physical transformations

• glossy visuals hiding rot beneath

• slow-burn dread rather than cheap shocks

• social commentary on beauty, power, and exploitation

Think Black Mirror meets American Horror Story — but colder, sleeker, and more surgical.

Episode Release Schedule (Confirmed)

• Episodes 1–3: January 21, 2026

• Episode 4: January 28, 2026

• Episode 5: February 4, 2026

• Episode 6: February 11, 2026

• Episode 7: February 18, 2026

• Episodes 8–9: February 25, 2026

• Episodes 10–11: March 4, 2026

This staggered release ensures sustained conversation — and weekly cliffhangers.

Why The Beauty Could Be FX’s Next Breakout Hit

• ✔️ A high-concept premise with real-world relevance

• ✔️ Ryan Murphy’s proven track record with dark prestige TV

• ✔️ Evan Peters in another psychologically intense role

• ✔️ A rare blend of fashion, horror, and conspiracy

• ✔️ Global streaming via Disney+

This isn’t just a show — it’s a conversation starter.

The Beauty doesn’t ask whether beauty is dangerous.

It asks who controls it — and what they’re willing to sacrifice.

With its bold concept, stacked cast, and unsettling themes, this could become one of 2026’s most talked-about series — especially for viewers tired of safe television.

Drop. Dead. Gorgeous.And absolutely terrifying.