How to stream 'Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story'? All you need to know about Ryan Murphy's true crime show
Show name: MONSTERS: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story
Platform: Netflix
Date of release: September 19, 2024
Country of origin: United States
Genre: Biography/Crime/Drama
Directors: Carl Franklin, Paris Barclay
Full cast list: Cooper Koch, Nicholas Alexander Chavez, and others
Netflix is gearing up for the release of their biographical crime series titled, 'MONSTERS: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story', which is set to release on Thursday, May 16.
Following the success of 'DAHMER – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story' in 2022, Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan are set to deliver two more seasons of the anthology series. The next installment, titled 'MONSTERS: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story', is currently in production.
'DAHMER' quickly became one of Netflix's top-viewed series, ranking third after 'Stranger Things' and 'Wednesday' in the English-language category. It premiered globally on September 21, 2022.
Netflix officially announced the second season, 'MONSTERS: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story', in May 2023. Alongside a new title card teaser, they revealed the focus of the upcoming season.
Additionally, Netflix also secured exclusive access to Lyle and Erik Menendez for an upcoming documentary feature.
What is the real-life story behind 'MONSTERS: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story'?
The upcoming season will center on the notorious case of the Menendez brothers, who gained infamy for killing their wealthy parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez, in their Beverly Hills home in 1989.
Aged 21 and 18 when they committed the crime, the brothers claimed they acted in self-defense, citing years of physical, sexual, and emotional abuse. However, the prosecution argued that their motive was greed and the desire to inherit their parents' fortune.
Much of the series will likely unfold in the courtroom, where the highly publicized trial lasted for months, captivating the nation's attention. Eventually, the brothers were charged for their actions.
Initially held in separate prisons, the older brother, Lyle, was incarcerated at Mule Creek State Prison from 1996 to 2018, while Erik served his sentence at Pleasant Valley Prison. They reunited in 2018 at the R J Donovan Correctional Facility in San Diego.
In 2021, the brothers made headlines once again, with many people on social media rallying to their defense.
'MONSTERS: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story' main cast
Cooper Koch
Cooper Koch was born on July 16, 1996, and raised in Woodland Hills. As of 2023, he resides in Los Angeles.
In May 2018, he earned a BFA in Acting from Pace School of Performing Arts in New York City. Cooper is represented by Innovative Artists and Silver Lining Entertainment.
While there isn't much information available about him currently, we'll provide updates as they become available.
Nicholas Alexander Chavez
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Nicholas Alexander Chavez is a talented actor known for his captivating performances. Born on September 6, 1999, he hails from Houston, Texas. Chavez gained recognition for his role as Spencer Cassadine on the popular soap opera 'General Hospital'.
With his passion for storytelling and commitment to his roles, Nicholas Alexander Chavez is a rising star to watch in the entertainment industry.
How to stream 'MONSTERS: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story'?
'MONSTERS: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story' will be exclusively available on Netflix from Thursday, May 16. Don't have Netflix? Worry not!
Access to the film requires a Netflix membership, available starting from $6.99/month for the standard plan with ads.
The standard plan without ads is priced at $15.49/month, while the Premium plan costs $22.99/month.
'MONSTERS: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story' trailer