Karen Read Says Elizabeth Banks’ Prime Video True-Crime Drama Was ‘Not Authorized by Me’
- Elizabeth Banks will portray Karen Read in a true-crime drama that explores Read's trial for the 2022 death of John O'Keefe, who died from blunt force injuries and hypothermia.
- Karen Read was acquitted of second-degree murder after a second trial following a mistrial, but she was found guilty of operating under the influence.
- Read expressed gratitude to her supporters outside the courtroom, stating, 'I would not be standing here without these amazing supporters.'
- The series is based on the Law & Crime and Wondery podcast, Karen, marking a first for Banks in portraying a real person onscreen.
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Karen Read Says Elizabeth Banks’ Prime Video True-Crime Drama Was ‘Not Authorized by Me’
The limited series will retell the story of Read being accused and acquitted of the murder of her Boston cop boyfriend.
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Read Full ArticleElizabeth Banks Will Play Karen Read in New Limited Series
Get latest articles and stories on Entertainment at LatestLY. Actor Elizabeth Banks will be seen portraying the role of Karen Read in the series about the trial, which saw Read initially charged with second-degree murder in the death of her boyfriend, John O'Keefe, in 2022, before she was eventually acquitted of the murder charges after a second trial following an initial mistrial due to a deadlocked jury, reported People. Entertainment News | E…
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