Ryan Murphy’s The Shards has emerged as a strong performer on Hulu, attracting attention for its dark, sexually charged storyline. Based on Bret Easton Ellis’ semi-autobiographical novel, the series follows a group of privileged teenagers as a serial killer terrorizes the city. The Shards is a streaming hit on HuluRyan Murphy’s The Shards is gaining traction on Hulu, where the sexually charged thriller has climbed the platform’s rankings in the United States. The series follows a weekly release schedule, with the ninth and final episode set to arrive on September 2, 2026. Set in 1981 Los Angeles, The Shards follows 17-year-old Bret during his final year at the elite Buckley prep school.