I’m also unsure about another new high-profile drama making its debut next week – FX’s “The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story.”

There is a lot to like about the follow-up to “The People v. O.J. Simpson” which focuses on the death of fashion icon Gianni Versace (Edgar Ramirez) at the hands of serial killer Andrew Cunanan (Darren Criss). Based on the book “Vulgar Favors” by Maureen Orth, the 10-episode series jumps around in time to show us the lives of Cunanan and Versace and what led to that fateful shooting. The cast is outstanding, led by the downright chilling Criss. And Penelope Cruz is nearly unrecognizable as she truly becomes Donatella Versace. Plus, the premiere looks amazing thanks to the direction of executive producer Ryan Murphy.

The problem with “Versace” is that it just goes too far. Since Cunanan was a serial killer, you expect to see disturbing behavior depicted, but much of what we get is completely unnecessary and basically serves as sensationalist filler. The second episode was the last one I could handle after an extremely disturbing scene involving Cunanan in his underwear, duct tape and the music of Phil Collins.

“O.J.” was so brilliant that I know there has to be some of that same brilliance in “Versace” yet to come. But I don’t think I have the stomach to stick around for it.

“The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story” premieres at 10 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 17, on FX.

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