The Best Episodes of Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
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   8.8/10(8016 votes)

   #1 - Don't Dream It's Over

   S1:E69/19/2024

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

   Director:Max Winkler

   Writers:Ryan Murphy, Ian Brennan

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   Director:Max Winkler

   Writers:Ryan Murphy, Ian Brennan
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   8.2/10(8497 votes)

   #2 - Blame It on the Rain

   S1:E19/19/2024

   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.

   Director:Carl Franklin

   Writers:Ryan Murphy, Ian Brennan

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   Director:Carl Franklin

   Writers:Ryan Murphy, Ian Brennan
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   8.1/10(5476 votes)

   #3 - Seismic Shifts

   S1:E89/19/2024

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

   Director:Ian Brennan

   Writer:Ian Brennan

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   Director:Ian Brennan

   Writer:Ian Brennan
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   7.9/10(5767 votes)

   #4 - The Hurt Man

   S1:E59/19/2024

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

   Director:Michael Uppendahl

   Writer:Ian Brennan

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   Director:Michael Uppendahl

   Writer:Ian Brennan
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   7.9/10(5817 votes)

   #5 - Showtime

   S1:E79/19/2024

   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.

   Director:Michael Uppendahl

   Writers:David McMillan, Todd Kubrak, Reilly Smith

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   Director:Michael Uppendahl

   Writers:David McMillan, Todd Kubrak, Reilly Smith
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   7.8/10(5972 votes)

   #6 - Kill or Be Killed

   S1:E49/19/2024

   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.

   Director:Paris Barclay

   Writers:David McMillan, Ian Brennan

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   Director:Paris Barclay

   Writers:David McMillan, Ian Brennan
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   7.7/10(6851 votes)

   #7 - Spree

   S1:E29/19/2024

   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.

   Director:Carl Franklin

   Writers:David McMillan, Ian Brennan

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   Director:Carl Franklin

   Writers:David McMillan, Ian Brennan
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   7.7/10(6356 votes)

   #8 - Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?

   S1:E39/19/2024

   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.

   Director:Paris Barclay

   Writers:David McMillan, Ian Brennan

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   Director:Paris Barclay

   Writers:David McMillan, Ian Brennan
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   7.3/10(5346 votes)

   #9 - Hang Men

   S1:E99/19/2024

   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.

   Director:Michael Uppendahl

   Writers:David McMillan, Todd Kubrak, Ian Brennan, Reilly Smith

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   Director:Michael Uppendahl

   Writers:David McMillan, Todd Kubrak, Ian Brennan, Reilly Smith