“Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy” is available on Peacock. The series follows the twisted life of Gacy, while showcasing the victims and their families that were affected by the horrific actions of one man. All while also exploring the systematic failures that allowed Gacy’s evil to continue.

A CHAT WITH MARIN IRELAND

With the release of “Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy”, I spoke with actress Marin Ireland. She plays Elizabeth Piest, a mother who’s son was a victim of Gacy. We talk about the tone and focus of the series, and how she was able to channel Piest, who there is not a lot of information on. It was a great conversation that you can check out below!

ABOUT “DEVIL IN DISGUISE: JOHN WAYNE GACY”

From 1972-1978, thirty-three young men were kidnapped, murdered, and buried in a crawl space beneath their killer’s house. And no one was the wiser. Not for all those years. Why? He was charming and funny. Had a good, All-American job. Was a community leader. He even volunteered to entertain sick kids… while dressed as a clown.

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“Devil In Disguise: John Wayne Gacy” peels back the twisted layers of Gacy’s life while weaving in heartrending stories of his victims; exploring the grief, guilt, and trauma of their families and friends; and exposing the systemic failures, missed opportunities, and societal prejudices that fueled his reign of terror.