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The story of the Menéndez brothers, who were convicted in 1996 of murdering their parents José and Mary Louise “Kitty” Menéndez.
During an emotional conversation with Leslie, Erik gives a harrowing account of the sexual abuse and torture he experienced throughout his childhood.
★ 7.9/10
#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.
★ 7.8/10
#3
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.
★ 7.7/10
#4
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.
★ 7.6/10
#5
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.
★ 7.5/10
#6
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.
★ 7.4/10
#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.
★ 7.4/10
#8
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.
★ 7.3/10
#9
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.
★ 7.3/10
#1
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.
★ 7.4/10
#2
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.
★ 7.4/10
#3
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.
★ 7.5/10
#4
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.
★ 7.6/10
#5
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.
★ 7.7/10
#6
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.
★ 7.8/10
#7
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.
★ 7.9/10
#8
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.
★ 9.2/10
#9
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.
★ 7.9/10
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.
★ 7.4/10
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.
★ 7.6/10
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.
★ 7.8/10
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.
★ 9.2/10
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.
★ 7.7/10
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.
★ 7.5/10
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.
★ 7.3/10
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.
★ 7.4/10
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.