‘A Friend of the Family’ Teaser: Anna Paquin and Unrecognizable Colin Hanks Star in True Crime Kidnapping Drama

You never know when there’s a killer next door.Anna Paquin and Colin Hanks star as Mrs.

and Mr.

Broberg, a classic suburban couple dedicated to their faith, family, and friends.

That is, until one “friend” (Jake Lacy) repeatedly kidnapped their daughter over the course of years.

Based on a true story, “A Friend of the Family” is the latest series from “The Act” and “Candy” executive producer Nick Antosca, who serves as showrunner, EP, and writer for the upcoming Peacock limited series, premiering October 6.Lio Tipton, Mckenna Grace, and Hendrix Yancey also star in “A Friend of the Family,” all on edge as a next-door neighbor succumbs to “impulsive mood” swings with fatal consequences.

Alex Hedlund and Eliza Hittman also executive produce the series, with “Never Rarely Sometimes Always” director Hittman helming multiple episodes including the pilot.

Real-life survivors Jan and Mary Ann Broberg additionally both serve as producers on the series.

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