Teaser
Netflix has released the first teaser for “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story.” The series is scheduled to debut on September 19. This installment is part of Ryan Murphy’s true crime anthology series, “Monsters,” which began in 2022.
Storyline, Cast and Crew
The new season covers the Menendez brothers’ 1996 conviction. Lyle and Erik Menendez were convicted for murdering their parents. Nicholas Alexander Chavez plays Lyle Menendez, and Cooper Koch portrays Erik Menendez. The series will explore the details surrounding their crime and subsequent trial. Javier Bardem and Chloë Sevigny join the cast as José and Mary Louise “Kitty” Menendez.
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The series has a strong supporting cast. Nathan Lane portrays Dominick Dunne, and Ari Graynor plays Leslie Abramson. Leslie Grossman appears as Judalon Smyth, while Dallas Roberts takes on the role of Dr. Jerome Oziel. Other notable cast members include Paul Adelstein, Jason Butler Harner, Enrique Murciano, Michael Gladis, Drew Powell, and many others. The show features various episodic directors, including Brennan, Carl Franklin, Max Winkler, Paris Barclay and Michael Uppendahl. Writers include Ryan Murphy, Ian Brennan, David McMillan, Todd Kubrak and Reilly Smith.
Real-Life Inspiration
The real-life story of the Menendez brothers is at the heart of the series. Lyle and Erik Menendez were accused of murdering their parents to gain control of the family estate. The brothers defended their actions by claiming they acted out of fear after enduring years of abuse from their parents. Despite these claims, they were convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life imprisonment without parole.
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FAQs
What is the focus of ‘Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story’?
The series focuses on the 1996 conviction of the Menendez brothers for their parents’ murders, exploring the details of their crime and trial.
Who are the main actors in ‘Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story’?
Nicholas Alexander Chavez and Cooper Koch star as Lyle and Erik Menendez, with Javier Bardem and Chloë Sevigny playing their parents.
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