The True Crime TV Show That Will Leave You Breathing Heavily

Ryan Murphy's latest true crime drama, Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, has taken the top spot on Netflix's most-watched TV list. The series delves into the lives of two brothers who murdered their parents in Beverly Hills back in 1989. The show's graphic depiction of the murder scene has left many viewers shaken, with some describing it as "horrific" and "extremely graphic. " Nicholas Alexander Chavez and Cooper Koch play the roles of Erik and Lyle Menendez respectively, while Javier Bardem and Chloë Sevigny portray their parents. The show's staging of the murder scene has been a topic of discussion on social media, with some viewers warning others about the violent content.The show has received praise for its portrayal of the Menendez brothers, with some viewers commending the acting, particularly from the two lead actors. The show's three-star review in The Independent praised its ability to draw viewers in, citing the grim details of the case. However, the review also noted that the show's violent excesses lacked the gruesome content seen in Murphy's other series, but also felt like a mix of the best and worst of his work.