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Killing Hollywood: The Cotton Club Murder

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When cocaine queen-pin Lanie Jacobs ditches Miami for Los Angeles, she meets Roy Radin - a washed-up theater producer with big dreams (and even bigger demons). Together, they team up for a shot at greatness: A stake in The Cotton Club, a star-studded film produced by Robert Evans, the (in)famous Hollywood legend behind The Godfather and Chinatown. But as egos, ambitions, and suspicions collide, it isn’t long before the deal turns deadly.

Based on the shocking true story, Audible’s eight-part original drama series stars Academy Award- and Emmy-nominated actress Juliette Lewis (Natural Born Killers, Hysterical Blindness, The Act); Emmy-nominated actor Rainn Wilson (Six Feet Under, The Office); and Golden Globe Award-winning actor Christian Slater (Heathers, True Romance, Mr. Robot).

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Our Editor's Take

Killing Hollywood: The Cotton Club Murder is an entertaining true crime drama series in podcast form. The show recounts the story of a film producer, Roy Radin, who was murdered while working towards success in the industry.

Killing Hollywood features a star-studded cast. The show has voices from Emmy Award-winning actors Juliette Lewis and Rainn Wilson. Golden Globe Award-winning actor Christian Slater also stars in it. Lewis, famed for Cape Fear and Yellowjackets, enriches the series. Wilson, known for The Office and Six Feet Under, is also remarkable. Christian Slater, an icon from Heathers and Mr. Robot, completes the impressive team.

The podcast starts from the beginning, in the 1980s. It details how cinema impresario Roy Radin seeks success through the film The Cotton Club. Lanie Jacobs, an ambitious cocaine queen pin, joins him. The episodes reveal the chance encounters, romances, and illicit deals that cause the plot to unfold. The dramatic storytelling of this true murder tale engages listeners.

Killing Hollywood: The Cotton Club Murder is more than a typical thriller drama. It merges Hollywood storytelling with the podcasting world. It also includes a pinch of grim humor. Each episode feels like a thrilling journey. The hosts' experience in drama and suspense adds depth and makes the show more credible. Their mesmerizing voices enliven each episode of the Webby Award-winning show. The series also bagged a nomination for Best Limited Series in 2022.

The creators recorded The Killing Hollywood: The Cotton Club Murder during the COVID-19 lockdown. This highlights the hosts' resilience and the dedication of the production team. Each episode reveals their commitment to their work and their adaptability.

Killing Hollywood: The Cotton Club Murder appeals to a wide range of listeners. Fans of Lewis, Wilson, and Slater will enjoy hearing their favorite actors in this new setting. Lovers of real-life drama will also appreciate this podcast. The stimulating show is a strong example of the magic that happens when Hollywood storytelling meets podcasting. Each episode lasts from 30 to 40 minutes. It's an excellent choice to listen to during a commute or a lunch break.

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Killing Hollywood: The Cotton Club Murder Trailer
Apr 22 2021
Killing Hollywood: The Cotton Club Murder Trailer
When Lanie Jacobs (Juliette Lewis) ditches Miami for Los Angeles, she meets Roy Radin (Rainn Wilson), a washed-up theater producer with big dreams - and even bigger demons. Together, they team up for a shot at greatness: a stake in The Cotton Club, a star-studded film produced by Robert Evans (Christian Slater), the (in)famous Hollywood legend behind The Godfather and Chinatown.

Episodes

Killing Hollywood: The Cotton Club Murder Trailer
Apr 22 2021
Killing Hollywood: The Cotton Club Murder Trailer
When Lanie Jacobs (Juliette Lewis) ditches Miami for Los Angeles, she meets Roy Radin (Rainn Wilson), a washed-up theater producer with big dreams - and even bigger demons. Together, they team up for a shot at greatness: a stake in The Cotton Club, a star-studded film produced by Robert Evans (Christian Slater), the (in)famous Hollywood legend behind The Godfather and Chinatown.
Episode 1: La Rubia
May 27 2021
Episode 1: La Rubia
In 1980s Miami, cocaine queen-pin Lanie Jacobs charts a path for Los Angeles, where she sets her sights on reinvention. Meanwhile, troubled New York theater producer Roy Radin lights out for the West Coast, and disgraced Hollywood mega-producer Robert Evans plots his comeback - a prestige period drama called The Cotton Club.
Episode 2: Woodland
May 27 2021
Episode 2: Woodland
As a frustrated Roy chases his big break, a frantic Evans hustles to keep The Cotton Club afloat. But when the producer welcomes Lanie into his famed Beverly Hills mansion, sparks fly - and opportunity knocks for three unlikely partners.
Episode 3: Three's a Crowd
May 27 2021
Episode 3: Three's a Crowd
Lanie, Evans, and Roy hatch a plan to revive The Cotton Club with help from a Puerto Rican banker. But as Lanie celebrates with a girls’ trip to Vegas, a shocking betrayal puts her producing role in jeopardy - and arouses her suspicions about Roy.
Episode 4: Someone Has to Die
May 27 2021
Episode 4: Someone Has to Die
With Lanie distracted by damage control, Roy bends Evans’ ear about her place in the deal…and her dubious profession. Enraged by a buyout offer, Lanie reveals sordid details about Roy’s past - and whisks Evans off to Miami to explore an unorthodox funding option.
Episode 5: La Scala
May 27 2021
Episode 5: La Scala
After reconciling with his former collaborator, legendary filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola, Evans reconnects with The Cotton Club’s original investors. Meanwhile, Lanie and Roy’s business dinner takes a nightmarish turn.
Episode 6: The Hero of the Story
May 27 2021
Episode 6: The Hero of the Story
Lanie navigates the fallout from her evening with Roy and skips town under suspicious circumstances. As the LAPD investigates a high-profile missing persons case, Evans must salvage his passion project with an agonizing decision.
Episode 7: Okeechobe
May 27 2021
Episode 7: Okeechobe
The Cotton Club’s release means more trouble for Evans. After marrying a wealthy retired cocaine trafficker, Lanie starts another “new life” in small-town Florida - but old habits die hard, and it isn’t long before her past comes back to haunt her.
Episode 8: Reckoning
May 27 2021
Episode 8: Reckoning
Back in Los Angeles, Lanie stands trial for the crimes surrounding The Cotton Club - and the resulting media frenzy puts Evans’ embattled reputation to one final test.