Keira Knightley stars as reporter Loretta McLaughlin, with Carrie Coon as Jean Cole and Alessandro Nivola as detective James Conley in the true-crime film ‘Boston Strangler’.
Main cast
- Loretta McLaughlinKeira KnightleyMain
- Jean ColeCarrie CoonMain
- Detective James ConleyAlessandro NivolaMain
- Albert DeSalvoDavid DastmalchianMain
Supporting cast
- Jack MacLaineChris CooperSupp
- Detective Ed WillisBill CampSupp
- Detective DelahantyLiza Colón-ZayasSupp
- Detective William DelahantyRory CochraneSupp
- EddieRobert John BurkeSupp
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About this cast
The 2023 film ‘Boston Strangler’ follows reporter Loretta McLaughlin (Keira Knightley) as she investigates the Boston Strangler murders alongside colleague Jean Cole (Carrie Coon). Alessandro Nivola plays Detective James Conley, while David Dastmalchian portrays the suspected killer Albert DeSalvo.
FAQs
Who plays Loretta McLaughlin in Boston Strangler?
Keira Knightley plays Loretta McLaughlin, the lead investigative reporter.
Who plays Albert DeSalvo in Boston Strangler?
David Dastmalchian portrays the suspected Boston Strangler, Albert DeSalvo.
Who directed Boston Strangler?
The film was directed and written by Matt Ruskin.
Is Boston Strangler based on a true story?
Yes, it is based on the true story of the Boston Strangler murders and the reporters who uncovered them.
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