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Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story

  • Ended
  • 9 episodes
  • TMDB 7.6/10 · 574 votes

Overview

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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Seasons & episodes

Miniseries

  1. 1. Blame It on the Rain

    58 min

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    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

    55 min

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    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?

    50 min

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    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

    50 min

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    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

    37 min

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    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

    66 min

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

  7. 7. Showtime

    55 min

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    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

    52 min

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    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

    56 min

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    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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