Evan Peters plays Jeffrey Dahmer, with Richard Jenkins as his father Lionel Dahmer and Molly Ringwald as his stepmother Shari Dahmer in the Netflix true-crime series ‘Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story’.
Main cast
- Jeffrey DahmerEvan Peters1Main
- Lionel DahmerRichard Jenkins1Main
- Shari DahmerMolly Ringwald1Main
- Glenda ClevelandNiecy Nash1Main
Supporting cast
- Detective Patrick KennedyColin Ford1Supp
- Detective Dennis MurphyMichael Learned1Supp
- Catherine DahmerDyllón Burnside1Supp
- Tracy EdwardsShaun Brown1Supp
Guest & voice
- Joyce DahmerPenelope Ann Miller1Guest
- David DahmerCameron Britton1Guest
- Ronald FlowersMichael Beach1Guest
- AnitaKieran Tamondong1Guest
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About this cast
Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story is a 2022 Netflix biographical crime drama series that chronicles the crimes of serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer and the systemic failures that enabled them. The series stars Evan Peters in the title role, with a supporting cast including Richard Jenkins, Molly Ringwald, and Niecy Nash.
FAQs
Who plays Jeffrey Dahmer in Dahmer?
Evan Peters portrays Jeffrey Dahmer in the Netflix series ‘Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story’.
Is Dahmer based on a true story?
Yes, the series is based on the real-life crimes of Jeffrey Dahmer, who murdered 17 men and boys between 1978 and 1991.
How many episodes are in Dahmer?
The series consists of 10 episodes, all released on Netflix on 21 September 2022.
Who plays Lionel Dahmer in Dahmer?
Richard Jenkins plays Lionel Dahmer, Jeffrey Dahmer’s father.
What awards did Dahmer win?
The series won several awards, including a Golden Globe for Evan Peters and a Primetime Emmy for Niecy Nash.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026