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Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story

Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story
★ 7.6/10•2024•TV-MA•Drama•Crime
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Are they monsters?

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

StatusEnded
LanguageEN
First Air DateSep 19, 2024

Episodes

Episode 1 - Blame It on the RainE158m

Blame It on the Rain

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.

Sep 19, 2024

Episode 2 - SpreeE255m

Spree

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.

Sep 19, 2024

Episode 3 - Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?E350m

Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?

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.

Sep 19, 2024

Episode 4 - Kill or Be KilledE450m

Kill or Be Killed

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.

Sep 19, 2024

Episode 5 - The Hurt ManE537m

The Hurt Man

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

Sep 19, 2024

Episode 6 - Don't Dream It's OverE666m

Don't Dream It's Over

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

Sep 19, 2024

Episode 7 - ShowtimeE755m

Showtime

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.

Sep 19, 2024

Episode 8 - Seismic ShiftsE852m

Seismic Shifts

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

Sep 19, 2024

Episode 9 - Hang MenE956m

Hang Men

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.

Sep 19, 2024

Actors

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

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