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Season 1

7.5/1076 votes
Blame It on the Rain
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 9/19/2024
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
Writer: Ian Brennan, Ryan Murphy
7.3/1040 votes
Spree
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 9/19/2024
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
Writer: Ian Brennan, David McMillan
7.1/1037 votes
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 9/19/2024
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
Writer: Ian Brennan, David McMillan
7.3/1033 votes
Kill or Be Killed
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 9/19/2024
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
Writer: Ian Brennan, David McMillan
7.5/1035 votes
The Hurt Man
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 9/19/2024
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
7.1/1035 votes
Don't Dream It's Over
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 9/19/2024
The trajectory of Jose and Kitty's relationship — from their courtship through their fracturing marriage — plays out against family therapy sessions.
Director: Max Winkler
Writer: Ian Brennan, Ryan Murphy
7.2/1032 votes
Showtime
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 9/19/2024
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
Writer: Reilly Smith, David McMillan, Todd Kubrak
7.0/1032 votes
Seismic Shifts
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 9/19/2024
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
6.8/1033 votes
Hang Men
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 9/19/2024
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
Writer: Reilly Smith, Ian Brennan, David McMillan, Todd Kubrak