Jonbenét Ramsey Limited Series Shifts to Netflix With Star Cast
WHO:
Variety - The series stars Melissa McCarthy and Clive Owen as JonBenét Ramsey's parents.
WHAT:
Deadline - The series is produced by 101 Studios.
Deadline - The series was originally reported to be in the works in March 2024 and received a formal greenlight at Paramount+ later that same year.
Variety - The scripted limited series based on the murder of JonBenét Ramsey has moved to Netflix from Paramount+.
Deadline - The series is titled "The Murder of JonBenét Ramsey" and will be released as a global original on Netflix.
Deadline - The release is likely tied to the 30th anniversary of JonBenét Ramsey's killing.
WHERE:
Variety - The series was originally in development at Paramount+ before moving to Netflix.
WHEN:
Deadline - The series is set to be released in winter 2026, likely around December 25, 2026.
WHY:
Deadline - The move to Netflix is part of a strategy to align the release with the anniversary of the murder.
HOW:
Rolling Stone - The series was previously shelved before being picked up by Netflix.
Screen Rant - Netflix is officially releasing a limited series about the tragic murder of six-year-old JonBenét Ramsey after Paramount delayed the release.
Variety - The series received a formal greenlight at Paramount+ before being picked up by Netflix.
(UPDATED July 1, 2026 23:22 UTC)
A new series produced by 101 Studios is set to make its debut after being previously shelved. Netflix has now picked it up, giving it a second chance to reach audiences. The deadline for this exciting release is approaching quickly.
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(UPDATED July 1, 2026 21:24 UTC)
Netflix is set to release a limited series about the tragic murder of six-year-old JonBenét Ramsey, following a delay from Paramount. The series was initially reported to be in development in March 2024 and received a formal greenlight at Paramount+ later that same year. This new project aims to shed light on the events surrounding the case that has captivated the public for years.
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(UPDATED July 1, 2026 19:37 UTC)
A new scripted limited series titled "The Murder of JonBenét Ramsey," starring Melissa McCarthy and Clive Owen as JonBenét's parents, has officially moved to Netflix from Paramount+. The series is set to be released as a global original in winter 2026, likely around December 25, 2026, strategically timed to coincide with the 30th anniversary of JonBenét Ramsey's tragic murder. Originally developed at Paramount+, the project received a formal greenlight before its transition to Netflix.