Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan, creators of the hit series Dahmer: Monster, present season 2 of their anthology Monsters, entitled The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story. The new season, which will be available on Netflix on September 19, 2024, looks at one of the most shocking crimes of the '90s: the double murder of the Menendez couple by their own sons, Lyle and Erik, convicted in 1996. With a cast led by Cooper Koch and Nicholas Alexander Chavez, the series promises to explore in depth the family dynamics and secrets behind this tragic drama.
Monsters: The Story of Lyle and Erik Menendez revisits the 1989 murder of the wealthy Menendez couple in Beverly Hills, a crime that made headlines at the time. Lyle (played by Cooper Koch) and Erik Menendez(Nicholas Alexander Chavez), two young men from wealthy families, are accused of murdering their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez. The ensuing trial reveals a series of shocking revelations about family dynamics and the abuse the brothers are alleged to have suffered. This series explores the complex motivations of the two young men, their justifications, and the media impact of the trial that captivated America.
This series will appeal to fans of true crime, psychological dramas and complex crime stories, like the first season devoted to Jeffrey Dahmer. Monsters: The Story of Lyle and Erik Menendez explores not only the legal aspects of the trial, but also the psychology of the two brothers, offering an intense look at a family crime that shocked American society. Those who enjoyed series such as Mindhunter or The People vs. O.J. Simpsons will findthis a fascinating new exploration of the world of notorious criminals.
With Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan continue to shed light on some of the most disturbing crimes in modern history. This new season, to be released on Netflix on September 19, 2024, plunges into the heart of the Menendez family drama, between chilling revelations and psychological investigation. A captivating series for fans of dark crime stories and intense drama.
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