For those who may be completely unfamiliar, Cape Fear centers on a happily married pair of attorneys named Amanda and Steve Bowden who become targets for Max Cady, a notorious killer whose past connects with the couple's. This version, however, is said to be an "examination of America's obsession with true crime in the 21st century."

Apple TV+ has given a series order to a series adaptation of "Cape Fear," with Javier Bardem set for one of the lead roles.

Nick Antosca, who created the true crime dramas 'A Friend of the Family' and 'The Act,' is writing and will showrun the series that is based on the iconic 1962 and 1991 movies.

On Monday, Nov. 18, Apple TV+ announced a new 10-episode series adaptation of “Cape Fear,” executive produced by and starring Javier Bardem as Max Cady, a killer who gets out of prison and haunts the lives of married attorneys Amanda and Steve Bowden.

Apple TV+ has announced a series order for “Cape Fear,” a new thriller series based on the classic novel and films. The 10-episode series will star Academy Award winner Javier Bardem as Max

The actor will play infamous killer Max Cady in the Apple TV+ show. Javier Bardem to Star in Cape Fear Series from Steven Spielberg and Martin Scorsese Eddie Fu

Apple TV+ has ordered a Cape Fear TV show from executive producers Martin Scorsese, Steven Spielberg, and Javier Bardem.The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox

Apple TV+ has granted a series order for "Cape Fear," which will be written and showrun by Nick Antosca ("The Act," "Candy," "A Friend of the Family"). Antosca will executive produce alongside Scorsese,

Apple TV+ has given a formal green light to Cape Fear, a TV series executive produced by two Oscar winners, Martin Scorsese and Steven Spielberg. They are joined by a third, Javier Bardem, who will star and executive produce.