The series is set to star Vera Farmiga as Norma Louise Bates, the mother of horror icon Norman Bates and is officially described as follows:
“Bates Motel” gives viewers an intimate understanding of how Norman Bates’ psyche developed from his childhood through his teen years. Fans will have access to the dark, twisted backstory and learn first hand how his mother, Norma, and her love damaged Norman, helped forge the most well-known serial killing motel owner in history.
Bates Motel is produced by Universal Television for A&E Network. The script was written by Anthony Cipriano. For more details about what it may include, check out 10 Things We Know About the Psycho Prequel TV Pilot Bates Motel.
