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Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story

«Are they monsters?»

Year
2024
Age rating
TV-MA
Seasons
1 season · 9 episodes
Countries
United States of America
Genres
Drama Crime
Director
Ryan Murphy
Starring
Javier Bardem, Chloë Sevigny, Cooper Koch, Nicholas Alexander Chavez

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About the series

A crime drama about two brothers who murdered their parents in their own home in 1989 and later found themselves at the center of one of the most notorious trials in U.S. history. The series gradually explores the events leading up to the tragedy, the complicated dynamics within the family, and the brothers’ account of what drove them to commit the crime. After their arrest, Lyle and Erik become the focus of intense public scrutiny, while their case unfolds into a high-profile courtroom drama that raises one central question: what was really happening behind the closed doors of the Menendez family home?

Seasons & episodes

Season 1

2024 · 9 episodes

  1. Still from episode 1
    E01

    Blame It on the Rain

    19 Sep 2024 58 min

    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. Still from episode 2
    E02

    Spree

    19 Sep 2024 55 min

    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. Still from episode 3
    E03

    Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?

    19 Sep 2024 50 min

    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. Still from episode 4
    E04

    Kill or Be Killed

    19 Sep 2024 50 min

    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. Still from episode 5
    E05

    The Hurt Man

    19 Sep 2024 37 min

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

  6. Still from episode 6
    E06

    Don't Dream It's Over

    19 Sep 2024 66 min

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

  7. Still from episode 7
    E07

    Showtime

    19 Sep 2024 55 min

    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. Still from episode 8
    E08

    Seismic Shifts

    19 Sep 2024 52 min

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

  9. Still from episode 9
    E09

    Hang Men

    19 Sep 2024 56 min

    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.

Questions and answers

How many seasons and episodes does “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story” have?

1 season, 9 episodes.

When did “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story” premiere?

Premiere: 19 September 2024.

Where can I watch “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story”?

Available online on: Netflix.

Who stars in “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story”?

Starring: Javier Bardem, Chloë Sevigny, Cooper Koch, Nicholas Alexander Chavez.

What age rating does “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story” have?

Age rating: TV-MA.

Who directed “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story”?

Director: Ryan Murphy.

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