Scorsese returns to executive produce this expanded, modern take on the ultimate stalker thriller starring Javier Bardem.
Series Analysis:
Martin Scorsese and Nick Antosca are resurrecting a legendary nightmare. This latest iteration of Cape Fear transforms the classic tale of revenge into a modern psychological siege, with Javier Bardem stepping into the terrifying role of Max Cady. The premise remains a masterclass in tension: a lawyer’s past sins manifest as a relentless ex-con targeting his family. But this time, the threat has hours to breathe, turning the Bowden family's paranoia into a suffocating slow burn. The air is thick with the promise of violence as we wait for Cady’s arrival. With the storm clouds gathering over the Cape, setting a reminder for the premiere is the only way to secure your windows before the first thunderclap strikes.
Tone: Menacing, Psychological, Claustrophobic
Last Updated: February 2026