Chloe Grace Moretz, who’s somehow only 27 but has already been in every movie ever made, is taking on a role that’s a mix of Sherlock Holmes, Nancy Drew, and probably that neighbor who’s a little too interested in what’s going on across the street. The crime-solving actress will star in a TV adaptation of the new true crime podcast My Mom’s Murder, which sounds like something you’d awkwardly overhear at a family reunion.
So, what’s the deal? Well, get ready, because this is juicier than a soap opera. The podcast, which just dropped on Audible (grab your earbuds, people, it’s binge time), tells the totally chill and not-at-all-traumatizing story of a woman who finds out her mom wasn’t just the victim of bad luck or a terrible accident—nope, it was murder. That’s right, MURDER. Like, Dateline style.
And guess who’s stepping into the role of Lauren Malloy, the woman digging into her mom’s murder like it’s the last slice of pizza at a party? None other than Chloe herself! Yep, Deadline confirmed that Chloe, the queen of taking on wild roles, is not only starring in this mystery-filled adventure but also throwing on her producer hat, because one job is clearly not enough for her.
Now, here’s the official scoop from Deadline (because apparently they’re in the know, and we’re just here for the snacks): Lauren Malloy, the character Chloe’s playing, thought her mom’s death was, you know, normal sad stuff. Maybe a tragic illness or an unfortunate accident. But, surprise! Turns out, mom’s death was an unsolved murder all along. So, naturally, Lauren sets out on an epic quest to crack the case, probably with a lot of dramatic pauses, suspicious side-eyes, and maybe a corkboard covered in red string. Classic detective vibes.
No word yet on whether Chloe’s going to wear a detective hat, but we can hope. Stay tuned for updates—and maybe lock your doors just in case.