Paramount+’s new crime drama series, Happy Face, delves into the harrowing true story of Melissa Moore, daughter of the notorious “Happy Face Killer,” Keith Hunter Jesperson. Premiering on March 20, 2025, the series explores Melissa’s struggle to reconcile her father’s gruesome legacy while seeking justice for his unknown victims. This article provides an overview of the Happy Face’s plot, introduces the main cast and characters, details the complete release schedule, and informs you where to watch this compelling narrative.

Plot Overview of Happy Face

Happy Face centers on Melissa Reed (Annaleigh Ashford), a makeup artist and daughter of incarcerated serial killer Keith Hunter Jesperson (Dennis Quaid). Having concealed her father’s identity from her family and colleagues, Melissa’s past resurfaces when Jesperson contacts her employer, Dr. Greg (David Harewood), host of a true crime television show. Jesperson claims to have information about an additional murder but insists...