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The Best Episodes of Monsters

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The Best Episodes of Monsters

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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  1. 8.8/10(7.2k votes)

    #1 - Don't Dream It's Over

    S1:E6

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

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  2. 8.2/10(7.5k votes)

    #2 - Blame It on the Rain

    S1:E1

    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.

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  3. 8.1/10(4.8k votes)

    #3 - Seismic Shifts

    S1:E8

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

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    Director:Ian Brennan
  4. 7.9/10(5.1k votes)

    #4 - The Hurt Man

    S1:E5

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

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  5. 7.9/10(5.1k votes)

    #5 - Showtime

    S1:E7

    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.

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  6. 7.8/10(5.3k votes)

    #6 - Kill or Be Killed

    S1:E4

    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.

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  8. 7.7/10(6.1k votes)

    #7 - Spree

    S1:E2

    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.

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  9. 7.7/10(5.6k votes)

    #8 - Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?

    S1:E3

    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.

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  10. 7.3/10(4.7k votes)

    #9 - Hang Men

    S1:E9

    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.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Don't Dream It's Over" is the best rated episode of "Monsters". It scored 8.8/10 based on 7223 votes. Directed by Max Winkler and written by Ryan Murphy, Ian Brennan, it aired on 9/19/2024. This episode scored 0.6 points higher than the second highest rated, "Blame It on the Rain".