Scout Taylor-Compton’s ‘What Ever Happened to Daisy?’ Blends ‘Scream’ and ‘Desperate Housewives’
Scout Taylor-Compton, known for her role in Rob Zombie’s Halloween, has ventured into directing with her new murder-mystery series, What Ever Happened to Daisy? This eight-episode series merges elements of Scream and Desperate Housewives, creating a unique blend of suspense and drama.
Overview of the Series
Created, written, and produced by Owsley Robinson, What Ever Happened to Daisy? follows three estranged siblings. They must uncover the identity of a masked killer haunting their family’s opulent estate. Meanwhile, the ladies from their late mother’s social circle arrive, each with their own hidden agendas.
Cast and Production Team
- Christa B. Allen – Known from Revenge
- Elisa Donovan – Famous for Clueless
- Cerina Vincent – Starred in Cabin Fever
- Barbara Crampton – Featured in Re-Animator
- Owsley Robinson – Creator and producer
- Anthony Del Negro – Acted in Deep in the Darkness
- Catherine Corcoran – Appeared in Terrifier
- Olivia D’Abo – Recognized from The Wonder Years
- Brittany Daniel – Known for Club Dread
- Justiin Davis – Featured in Boardwalk Empire
- Tom O’Connell – Starred in Obi-Wan Kenobi
- Charlene Tilton – Famous for Dallas
The show also boasts an executive production team that includes Bryan Coyne, who has worked on James Wan’s upcoming Creature of the Black Lagoon reboot. Alongside him are Del Negro, Shane O’Brien, and Zach O’Brien.
Production Insights
Taylor-Compton shared her excitement about the project, stating, “Filming What Ever Happened to Daisy? was like getting invited to the most glamorous dinner party —only to realize someone’s about to be murdered between the second course and dessert.” She expressed that it was an exhilarating experience, filled with elegance and deep secrets.
This series was independently produced, and the creators are now seeking distribution options to bring this thrilling mystery to a wider audience.
