All we know About the Chilling new Docuseries — The Fox Hollow Murders: Playground of a Serial Killer 

Disney’s ABC News Studios has unveiled The Fox Hollow Murders: Playground of a Serial Killer, a chilling new docuseries that delves into one of America’s most disturbing true crime cases. 

This series revisits the gruesome discoveries at Fox Hollow Farm, unraveling the shocking double life of Herb Baumeister and the secrets that may still be buried. With exclusive survivor interviews and new revelations, the docuseries is set to expose hidden truths that have remained in the shadows for decades.

From the latest updates to key details about its release, we’ve gathered everything you need to know. As new information emerges, we’ll continue to update this article—stay tuned for more shocking discoveries.

Release date & Where to Watch

The Fox Hollow Murders: Playground of a Serial Killer is a four-part series premiering on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025, on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ in the United States.

What is The Fox Hollow Murders: Playground of a Serial Killer About?

In the wealthy suburbs of Indianapolis, Herb Baumeister appeared to be a successful businessman and devoted father of three. But beneath the facade, he led a chilling double life—one that saw him luring gay men to his sprawling Fox Hollow Farm, where authorities later discovered thousands of human bones. His suspected victim count may even surpass that of Jeffrey Dahmer.

The Fox Hollow Murders: Playground of a Serial Killer is a four-part docuseries that follows Hamilton County coroner Jeff Jellison as he reopens the decades-old case, using advanced DNA technology to identify the remains and bring long-awaited closure to victims’ families. As the investigation unfolds, new questions emerge about potential accomplices, missing evidence, and a key witness whose shifting story raises suspicions.

Featuring never-before-seen archival footage and exclusive interviews, including a survivor, Mark Goodyear, speaking on camera for the first time, the series sheds light on how Baumeister’s crimes went undetected for years. Investigators, victims’ relatives, and cold case experts provide fresh insights into a case that continues to haunt those seeking justice.

Is There a Trailer for The Fox Hollow Murders: Playground of a Serial Killer?

Not yet, but we'll update this space as soon as we get one.

Episode Guide

• Season 1 Episode 1: The Lost Boys (Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025)
• Season 1 Episode 2: A House with Good Bones (Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025)
• Season 1 Episode 3: Answer the Riddle (Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025)
• Season 1 Episode 4: No Longer Forgotten (Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025)

Behind the Scenes

The Fox Hollow Murders: Playground of a Serial Killer is produced by One Traveler, an All3Media Company, for ABC News Studios. Directed by Alex Jablonski, the series features executive producers Jen Casey, Nick Gilhool, Alex Walton, and Jacob-Cohen Holmes for One Traveler and All3Media. 

Jablonski also serves as an executive producer alongside Victoria Thompson, with Angela Borg and Sophie Kruz as co-executive producers. David Sloan is the senior executive producer for ABC News Studios.