Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story

Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story

ENDED1 Seasons9 Episodes7.6
NetworkNetflix
First AiredSep 19, 2024
Last AiredSep 19, 2024
GenreDrama, Crime
Created ByRyan Murphy, Ian Brennan

The story of the Menéndez brothers, who were convicted in 1996 of murdering their parents José and Mary Louise “Kitty” Menéndez.

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Cast

Javier Bardem
Javier Bardem
José Menendez
Chloë Sevigny
Chloë Sevigny
Mary Louise 'Kitty' Menendez
Cooper Koch
Cooper Koch
Erik Menendez
Nicholas Alexander Chavez
Nicholas Alexander Chavez
Lyle Menendez

Seasons & Episodes1 season · 9 episodes

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Blame It on the Rain
E1Blame It on the Rain
Sep 19, 202458m7.4
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.
Spree
E2Spree
Sep 19, 202455m7.3
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.
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
E3Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
Sep 19, 202450m7.0
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.
Kill or Be Killed
E4Kill or Be Killed
Sep 19, 202450m7.2
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.
The Hurt Man
E5The Hurt Man
Sep 19, 202437m7.3
During an emotional conversation with Leslie, Erik gives a harrowing account of the sexual abuse and torture he experienced throughout his childhood.
Don't Dream It's Over
E6Don't Dream It's Over
Sep 19, 202466m7.1
The trajectory of Jose and Kitty's relationship — from their courtship through their fracturing marriage — plays out against family therapy sessions.
Showtime
E7Showtime
Sep 19, 202455m7.1
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.
Seismic Shifts
E8Seismic Shifts
Sep 19, 202452m7.0
A captivating witness alters courtroom dynamics, and Erik's testimony causes a sibling rift. The Menendez pop-culture moment begins to fade.
Hang Men
E9Hang Men
Sep 19, 202456m6.8
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.

About Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story

Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story is a drama, crime series on Netflix. The show first aired on Sep 19, 2024 and currently has 1 season and 9 episodes. Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story has ended after 1 seasons. It has a rating of 7.6/10 based on 486 votes. The cast includes Javier Bardem, Chloë Sevigny, Cooper Koch, Nicholas Alexander Chavez. Created by Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan.

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