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Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story
The story of the Menéndez brothers, who were convicted in 1996 of murdering their parents José and Mary Louise “Kitty” Menéndez.
- Created by:
- Ryan Murphy, Ian Brennan
- Cast:
- Javier Bardem, Chloë Sevigny, Cooper Koch, Nicholas Alexander Chavez
- Language:
- English
- Country:
- United States of America
- Network:
- Netflix
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E01
Episode 1
★ 7.5Blame It on the Rain
2024-09-19 · 58mPlagued by dark thoughts after the murders, Erik opens up to his therapist and shares disturbing details that put the doctor in a difficult position.
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E02
Episode 2
★ 7.3Spree
2024-09-19 · 55mAfter throwing suspicion elsewhere during police questioning, Lyle and Erik go on a wild spending spree while waiting for Jose's will to be read.
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E03
Episode 3
★ 7.1Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
2024-09-19 · 50mThe 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.
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E04
Episode 4
★ 7.3Kill or Be Killed
2024-09-19 · 50mLyle 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.
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E05
Episode 5
★ 7.5The Hurt Man
2024-09-19 · 37mDuring an emotional conversation with Leslie, Erik gives a harrowing account of the sexual abuse and torture he experienced throughout his childhood.
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E06
Episode 6
★ 7.1Don't Dream It's Over
2024-09-19 · 66mThe trajectory of Jose and Kitty's relationship — from their courtship through their fracturing marriage — plays out against family therapy sessions.
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E07
Episode 7
★ 7.2Showtime
2024-09-19 · 55mLyle and Erik struggle to shape their defense before the trial. Then Menendez mania hits — from cheering crowds to fan mail and courtroom TV cameras.
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E08
Episode 8
★ 7.0Seismic Shifts
2024-09-19 · 52mA captivating witness alters courtroom dynamics, and Erik's testimony causes a sibling rift. The Menendez pop-culture moment begins to fade.
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E09
Episode 9
★ 6.8Hang Men
2024-09-19 · 56mAt 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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Javier Bardem
José Menendez
Chloë Sevigny
Mary Louise 'Kitty' Menendez
Cooper Koch
Erik Menendez
Nicholas Alexander Chavez
Lyle Menendez
