[05/12/25 - 07:02 AM] Jessica Biel Executive Produces and Narrates New True Crime Series Profiling Stories When Paradise Becomes Perilous in ID's "Fatal Destination" Idyllic getaways unravel into haunting mysteries exposing the sinister secrets lurking?beneath sunlit shores, mountain retreats, and bustling boardwalks in the new six-part series.
[via press release from Investigation Discovery]
JESSICA BIEL EXECUTIVE PRODUCES AND NARRATES NEW TRUE CRIME SERIES PROFILING STORIES WHEN PARADISE BECOMES PERILOUS IN ID'S "FATAL DESTINATION"
(New York, NY) - Golden Globe and Emmy Award-nominated actress Jessica Biel serves as narrator and executive producer for ID's upcoming series exploring the dark side of paradise with FATAL DESTINATION. Idyllic getaways unravel into haunting mysteries exposing the sinister secrets lurking beneath sunlit shores, mountain retreats, and bustling boardwalks in the new six-part series. Each story unfolds through first-person accounts of friends, family, locals, journalists, and law enforcement who unpack the chilling tales of deception, violence, and tragedy in exotic locales where being a tourist is anything but a vacation. Narrated and executive produced by Jessica Biel, produced by her production company Iron Ocean and Propagate Content, FATAL DESTINATION premieres on Tuesday, June 3 at 10/9c on ID. Episodes will be available to stream on Max.
"Jessica Biel is a true powerhouse, both on and off the screen," said Jason Sarlanis, President of Investigation Discovery. "Having captivated audiences with her portrayals of characters inspired by true crime, Jessica's deep commitment to storytelling and her compelling narration now bring these real-life mysteries to life. At ID, we're always looking for bold new ways to tell stories that captivate and resonate with our audience, and with Jessica at the helm, FATAL DESTINATION offers an unforgettable exploration into the dark side of paradise."
"I have always been fascinated by the complexities behind true crime - what drives a person to commit such a heinous act, the dogged investigators that work diligently to solve the cases, and of course, the devastating impact on the loved ones left behind," said executive producer Jessica Biel. "While I have performed in several scripted crime series, FATAL DESTINATION marks my first foray into executive producing unscripted true crime content, so partnering with ID, the leader in the genre, has been a dream come true in the process of exposing real-life nightmares."
From a couple's romantic trip to Vermont ending in a camper turned crime scene to a spring breaker's disappearance sparking a decade-long search or a luxury boat mysteriously adrift with no crew, each episode of FATAL DESTINATION plunges into the sinister side of leisure and reveals how dreams of escape can have dire consequences. In the premiere episode, a lavish getaway to Mexico becomes the setting for a haunting crime when Jake Merendino is found brutally murdered. Drawn to Rosarito, Mexico with dreams of a coastal retreat, he enters a world of opulence and hidden motives. What begins as a celebration of luxury unravels into a chilling tale of manipulation, dark secrets, and shattered trust. A mysterious handwritten note and damning evidence point to the tangled web of relationships surrounding him, as investigators piece together the shocking truth behind his final day. "Baja Noir" premieres on Tuesday, June 3 at 10/9c on ID.
Additional episodes of FATAL DESTINATION this season include:
Where's Emily?
Premieres Tuesday, June 10 at 10/9c on ID
A couple's anniversary trip to Vermont takes a sinister turn, unraveling into a tale of secrets and violence. What begins as a romantic getaway ends with a man's chilling confession and a camper turned into a crime scene. As investigators piece together the events leading up to the horrifying discovery, they uncover a story of volatile relationships and a dark undercurrent beneath a seemingly idyllic life. The tragedy prompts a relentless search for answers, exposing the fragile line between love and control.
Missing in Myrtle Beach
Premieres Tuesday, June 17 at 10/9c
A teenager's spring break getaway to Myrtle Beach turns into a mystery that grips the nation. Sneaking off without her parents' permission, she vanishes into the night, leaving behind a trail of cryptic clues. From the bustling boardwalk to the desolate swamps of South Carolina, the search for answers uncovers a chilling web of secrets, suspicious behaviors, and dead ends. Over the years, investigators chase suspects, explore shocking leads, and fight to keep hope alive for her grieving family. As new evidence emerges, the haunting truth behind her disappearance finally comes to light, unraveling a story that spans over a decade and reveals the darkness hiding beneath the bright lights of a spring break paradise.
Blood on Bourbon Street
Premieres Tuesday, June 24 at 10/9c on ID
A hotel room in New Orleans turns into a macabre scene: a man dead in a blood-filled hot tub, Bible pages plastered on walls, and a voodoo doll on the bed. CCTV footage reveals four goth strangers arriving with the victim hours earlier. As detectives dive into the city's dark subcultures, they uncover a sinister cocktail of occult symbols, manipulation, and violence. The investigation stretches across state lines, exposing fractured identities, shocking motives, and a haunting descent into the underbelly of New Orleans' French Quarter.
The Ghost Ship
Premieres Tuesday, July 1 at 10/9c
A Miami couple sets sail with friends for a Bahamian getaway aboard the Joe Cool, a luxury charter boat. When the vessel is found drifting near Cuba with no sign of the crew, the Coast Guard uncovers bloodstains, shell casings, and a missing life raft. As investigators dig deeper, a tale of ambition, deception, and violence emerges, exposing the darker currents beneath the idyllic waters of the Florida Straits. What begins as a sun-soaked escape becomes a chilling mystery that haunts the shores of paradise.
Detour to Darkness
Premieres on Tuesday, July 8 at 10/9c on ID
An 18-year-old sets out on a cross-country journey, drawn to a counterculture festival that promises freedom and belonging. Along the way, she finds community, music, and fleeting joy - until her path takes a dark and unexpected turn. Days later, she is found brutally murdered in a small town far from her intended destination. The investigation uncovers a tangled web of manipulation, violence, and tragic missteps, painting a stark contrast to the festival's ideals of unity and peace. As her loved ones grapple with the devastating loss, her story becomes a haunting reminder of the risks that often lie hidden on the open road.
FATAL DESTINATION is produced for Investigation Discovery by Iron Ocean and Propagate Content. It is executive produced by Jessica Biel and Michelle Purple of Iron Ocean and Ben Silverman, Howard T. Owens, Drew Buckley, Isabel San Vargas, and Stephanya Bareham of Propagate Content.
To join the conversation and follow along with premieres on social, tag #FatalDestination and follow Investigation Discovery on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X and YouTube for exclusive content.
About INVESTIGATION DISCOVERY (ID)
Investigation Discovery (ID) is the leading true crime network on television, delivering the highest-quality programming to more than 66 million U.S. households. For exclusive web content and bonus material, fans can follow ID on X, Instagram, and Facebook or check out the network's true crime blog, CrimeFeed. Investigation Discovery is owned by Warner Bros. Discovery (NASDAQ: WBD) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates and distributes the world's most differentiated and complete portfolio of content and brands across television, film and streaming. Available in more than 220 countries and territories and 50 languages, Warner Bros. Discovery inspires, informs and entertains audiences worldwide through its iconic brands and products including: Discovery Channel, Max, discovery+, CNN, DC, Eurosport, HBO, HGTV, Food Network, OWN, Investigation Discovery, TLC, Magnolia Network, TNT, TBS, truTV, Travel Channel, MotorTrend, Animal Planet, Science Channel, Warner Bros. Film Group, Warner Bros. Television Group, Warner Bros. Games, New Line Cinema, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, Turner Classic Movies, Discovery en Español, Hogar de HGTV and others. For more information, please visit www.wbd.com.
Iron Ocean Productions
Jessica Biel and Michelle Purple formed Iron Ocean Productions with the mission to tell powerful stories that enhance female voices for all audiences. Projects include the '90s-set thriller "Cruel Summer," which debuted to record ratings and won a Hollywood Critics Association Award for Best Cable Drama Series; the crime anthology series "The Sinner," which received Emmy, Golden Globe and Critics' Choice Award nominations; and Hulu's true-crime limited series "Candy," which stars Biel as ax murderer Candy Montgomery. Previous projects include the drama series "Limetown," the film "The Book of Love" and the documentary podcast "The Lost Olympians." Up next, Amazon Prime Video's series "The Better Sister" releases May 29th.
About Propagate Content
Propagate Content, founded in 2015 by Ben Silverman and Howard T. Owens, is a multi-genre, award-winning content powerhouse with offices in Los Angeles, New York, London, and Paris. Known for its dynamic range of hit shows, Propagate Content boasts successes such as the iconic Chopped franchise for the Food Network, the Emmy-winning documentary In Her Hands for Netflix, the Emmy-nominated sports documentary series Untold for Netflix, and the upcoming animated Lulu Is a Rhinoceros for Apple+, as well as Stick (also for Apple+) starring Owen Wilson, and the Nanette Burstein-directed official SBF documentary. The company's acclaimed documentaries division is a market leader with successes including the Emmy-nominated Hillary for Hulu, LFG for HBO Max, and Anna Nicole Smith for Netflix. Propagate Content's Fuego division produced the Latin music show La Firma for Netflix and the first Spanish-language comedy for Peacock, 90 Minutos, premiering soon. Our corporate portfolio includes industry leaders such as Electus (You vs. Wild, Running Wild with Bear Grylls, Jane the Virgin, Fashion Star), Big Breakfast (Adam Ruins Everything, Hot Date), Notional (Chopped franchise), and leading talent and digital management firms Artists First, Authentic, and Select Management, cementing our status as a trailblazer in innovative and compelling content and talent representation across all platforms.
[05/12/25 - 02:18 PM] Apple TV+ Lands Jude Law and Andrew Garfield-Led Limited Series "Wild Things" The eight-episode, hour-long series, tells the wild ride relationship tale of two of the greatest showman-magicians in history who, along with their white tigers, are tasked with turning Sin City into a family-friendly destination.