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Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story

Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story (2024)

Are they monsters?

  • 7.6/10 · 568
  • TV-MA
  • Sep 19, 2024
  • 1 season · 9 episodes
  • English
  • Ended
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The story of the Menéndez brothers, who were convicted in 1996 of murdering their parents José and Mary Louise “Kitty” Menéndez.

Creator
Ryan Murphy, Ian Brennan
Starring
Javier Bardem, Chloë Sevigny, Cooper Koch, Nicholas Alexander Chavez
Network
Netflix
Country
United States of America

Seasons

Miniseries · 9 episodes

  1. 1. Blame It on the Rain

    Sep 19, 2024 · 58m · ★ 7.4

    Plagued by dark thoughts after the murders, Erik opens up to his therapist and shares disturbing details that put the doctor in a difficult position.

  2. 2. Spree

    Sep 19, 2024 · 55m · ★ 7.3

    After throwing suspicion elsewhere during police questioning, Lyle and Erik go on a wild spending spree while waiting for Jose's will to be read.

  3. 3. Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?

    Sep 19, 2024 · 50m · ★ 7.0

    The brothers navigate life behind bars after police receive a tip-off about the tapes. A new defense attorney prompts Erik to talk about the past.

  4. 4. Kill or Be Killed

    Sep 19, 2024 · 50m · ★ 7.2

    Lyle shares painful memories of trying to live up to his father's expectations, detailing the timeline and impact of Jose's abuse and its effect on Erik.

  5. 5. The Hurt Man

    Sep 19, 2024 · 37m · ★ 7.4

    During an emotional conversation with Leslie, Erik gives a harrowing account of the sexual abuse and torture he experienced throughout his childhood.

  6. 6. Don't Dream It's Over

    Sep 19, 2024 · 1h 6m · ★ 7.0

    The trajectory of Jose and Kitty's relationship — from their courtship through their fracturing marriage — plays out against family therapy sessions.

  7. 7. Showtime

    Sep 19, 2024 · 55m · ★ 7.0

    Lyle and Erik struggle to shape their defense before the trial. Then Menendez mania hits — from cheering crowds to fan mail and courtroom TV cameras.

  8. 8. Seismic Shifts

    Sep 19, 2024 · 52m · ★ 6.9

    A captivating witness alters courtroom dynamics, and Erik's testimony causes a sibling rift. The Menendez pop-culture moment begins to fade.

  9. 9. Hang Men

    Sep 19, 2024 · 56m · ★ 6.8

    At a second trial, the prosecution aims to prove that Erik and Lyle are cold-blooded killers. After the verdict, the brothers face a new reality.

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Details

First aired
Sep 19, 2024
Last aired
Sep 19, 2024
Status
Ended
Languages
English
Production
Ryan Murphy Television, Prospect Films
Keywords
based on true story, miniseries, privileged life, brother brother relationship, parricide, brothers, abusive parent

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