Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story
2024 — 1 seasons
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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Episodes
E1: Blame It on the Rain
Air: 2024-09-19
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.
E2: Spree
Air: 2024-09-19
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.
E3: Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
Air: 2024-09-19
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.
E4: Kill or Be Killed
Air: 2024-09-19
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.
E5: The Hurt Man
Air: 2024-09-19
During an emotional conversation with Leslie, Erik gives a harrowing account of the sexual abuse and torture he experienced throughout his childhood.
E6: Don't Dream It's Over
Air: 2024-09-19
The trajectory of Jose and Kitty's relationship — from their courtship through their fracturing marriage — plays out against family therapy sessions.
E7: Showtime
Air: 2024-09-19
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.
E8: Seismic Shifts
Air: 2024-09-19
A captivating witness alters courtroom dynamics, and Erik's testimony causes a sibling rift. The Menendez pop-culture moment begins to fade.
E9: Hang Men
Air: 2024-09-19
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.
Cast
Javier Bardem
José Menendez
Chloë Sevigny
Mary Louise 'Kitty' Menendez
Cooper Koch
Erik Menendez
Nicholas Alexander Chavez
Lyle Menendez
Dallas Roberts
Dr. Jerome Oziel
Marlene Forte
Marta Cano
Ari Graynor
Leslie Abramson
Blanca Araceli
Grandma Maria
Leslie Grossman
Judalon Smyth
Larry Clarke
Brian Andersen
Nathan Lane
Dominick Dunne
Jason Butler Harner
Det. Les Zoeller