← Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story

EPISODE GUIDE

Miniseries

9 episodes

EPISODE 01

Blame It on the Rain

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.

58 min

EPISODE 02

Spree

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.

55 min

EPISODE 03

Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?

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.

50 min

EPISODE 04

Kill or Be Killed

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.

50 min

EPISODE 05

The Hurt Man

During an emotional conversation with Leslie, Erik gives a harrowing account of the sexual abuse and torture he experienced throughout his childhood.

37 min

EPISODE 06

Don't Dream It's Over

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

66 min

EPISODE 07

Showtime

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.

55 min

EPISODE 08

Seismic Shifts

A captivating witness alters courtroom dynamics, and Erik's testimony causes a sibling rift. The Menendez pop-culture moment begins to fade.

52 min

EPISODE 09

Hang Men

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.

56 min