The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story episode 1, The Man Who Would Be Vogue, advanced preview
By Sandy C.
The second season of Ryan Murphy’s American Crime Story premieres Wednesday, January 17. Searching for a spoilery advanced preview? You came to the right place!
After the first season of American Crime Story took us on a wild ride as we watched the O.J. Simpson trial unfold, the series now shifts our attention to spree killer Andrew Cunanan and his crimes leading up to the murder of fashion icon Gianni Versace.
We have binged-watched the first eight episodes of The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story to bring you an advanced preview of what to expect! Avoiding all spoilers? Turn away now!
"Official episode synopsis: The murder of Gianni Versace turns the eyes of the world onto Miami Beach. Written by Tom Rob Smith; Directed by Ryan Murphy."
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Episode 1, “The Man Who Would Be Vogue,” introduces Gianni Versace (Edgar Ramirez), his longtime partner Antonio (Ricky Martin), Gianni’s sister Donatella (Penelope Cruz), and serial killer Andrew Cunanan (Darren Criss). The episodes play in chronological order, beginning with only a few moments before Versace’s assassination and then taking viewers back in time.
While the real reason for Versace’s assassination remains unknown, American Crime Story goes on to speculate Cunanan’s motives and what leads him to murder Gianni. The final moments of “The Man Who Would Be Vogue” return audiences to the aftermath of Gianni Versace’s death, introducing his sister, Donatella.
Episode 1 “The Man Who Would Be Vogue” image gallery:
Pictured: Darren Criss as Andrew Cunanan. CR: Jeff Daly/FX The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story via FX Press Room
Pictured: Edgar Ramirez as Gianni Versace. CR: Jeff Daly/FX The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story via FX Press Room
Pictured: Darren Criss as Andrew Cunanan. CR: Jeff Daly/FX The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story via FX Press Room
Pictured: Edgar Ramirez as Gianni Versace. CR: Jeff Daly/FX The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story via FX Press Room
Pictured: Penelope Cruz as Donatella Versace. CR: Jeff Daly/FX The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story via FX Press Room
Pictured: Edgar Ramirez as Gianni Versace. CR: Jeff Daly/FX The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story via FX Press Room
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Lines to look out for:
- “You tell gay people you’re gay, and straight people you’re straight.”
- “For me, family is everything. Everything.”
- “My hope is that when people wear my clothes they will get to know me a little bit. You know? They will get to know my character. My love for life.”
- “We’ll remain a private company. A family company.”
- “Was I paid to love him?!”
- “Nothing was ever asked of you, except to take care of him. And you couldn’t even do that.”
The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story premieres Wednesday, January 17, on FX. Be sure to tune in!