A chilling new true-crime docuseries is about to premiere, shining a disturbing spotlight on one of Florida’s most notorious recent murder cases. Handsome Devil: Charming Killer examines the life, crimes, and unsettling online fascination surrounding Wade Wilson — a man sentenced to death for two brutal murders in Cape Coral, Florida.

Set to debut exclusively on Paramount+, the series goes beyond courtroom headlines to explore how a convicted killer became an object of obsession on social media, raising uncomfortable questions about crime, notoriety, and digital culture.

What Is Handsome Devil: Charming Killer About?

According to the official press release, Handsome Devil: Charming Killer investigates how Wade Wilson — dubbed online as the “Deadpool Killer” due to his appearance and tattoos — developed a devoted online following despite the horrific nature of his crimes.

The docuseries uses police body-camera footage, jailhouse phone calls, courtroom material, and first-hand interviews to trace how Wilson’s mugshot ignited viral fascination. His “bad-boy” image, confident demeanor, and unsettling charm attracted attention even as the details of his violence became increasingly disturbing.

At its core, the series examines the collision between true crime, social media fixation, and the reality of extreme violence, asking how such notoriety is created — and why it resonates.

Who Is Wade Wilson, and What Did He Do?

On October 7, 2019, Wade Wilson met Kristine Melton (35) and her friend Stephanie Sailors at a bar in Fort Myers, Florida. After spending the night at a friend’s home, Wilson later went with Melton to her Cape Coral residence.

After Sailors left, Wilson strangled Melton to death while she slept.

He then stole her car and drove to Fort Myers, where he attempted to abduct his girlfriend from her workplace. When she resisted, he violently assaulted her. She escaped and immediately contacted police.

Shortly afterward, Wilson encountered Diane Ruiz (43) walking along a Cape Coral street. After asking her for directions, he lured her into the stolen vehicle. When Ruiz attempted to exit, Wilson brutally attacked her — beating and strangling her before pushing her from the car and running her over between 10 and 20 times.

Wilson was arrested the following day, October 8, 2019.

Trial, Conviction, and Death Row

Five years later, on June 12, 2024, a Lee County jury found Wade Wilson guilty of both murders and recommended the death penalty. The sentences were formally imposed on August 27, 2024.

During sentencing, the court emphasized the cruelty and premeditation involved, describing the murders as “heinous, atrocious, and cruel,” with the second killing deemed “cold, calculated, and premeditated.”

Wilson currently resides on Florida’s death row at Union Correctional Institution in Raiford, following additional legal proceedings related to drug charges incurred while in custody.

The Role of His Father — A Key Turning Point

One of the most haunting aspects explored in the documentary involves Wilson’s biological father, Steven Testasecca.

After the murders, Wilson repeatedly called his father from jail, confessing in graphic detail. Initially dismissing the calls as exaggerations, Testasecca eventually put the calls on speaker with his wife listening. Realizing the severity of the admissions, he cooperated with law enforcement.

In a pivotal moment, Testasecca asked Wilson for his location, pretending to send him an Uber — while instead providing the information to police, leading to Wilson’s arrest.

The trailer includes a chilling exchange in which Testasecca tells his son:

“Everyone in the state thinks you are a monster.”

Where to Watch Handsome Devil: Charming Killer

Streaming Platform: Paramount+

Release Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Availability: Exclusive to Paramount+

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Why This Docuseries Is Generating Attention

The series arrives amid growing public debate over the glamorization of criminals in the digital age. Handsome Devil: Charming Killer doesn’t just recount the crimes — it confronts the unsettling reality of how violence, charisma, and social media intersect.

The trailer’s final moments underscore that discomfort, featuring Wilson’s own chilling words:

“A rage overcomes me to just kill, kill, kill. When I get that way, I become the devil.”

Final Thoughts

Handsome Devil: Charming Killer promises to be a disturbing yet necessary examination of modern true-crime culture. By centering not only on the crimes, but on the public’s reaction to them, the docuseries challenges viewers to reflect on how fascination can blur into glorification.

For true-crime audiences seeking depth, accountability, and unfiltered reality, this Paramount+ release is set to be one of the most talked-about documentaries of 2026.