9 Shows and Documentaries about the Menendez brothers for True-Crime Enthusiasts

The 1989 murder of Jose and Kitty Menendez by their own sons, Lyle and Erik, sent shockwaves through Beverly Hills and beyond. The sensational trial that followed captivated the nation, exposing dark family secrets and sparking debates on privilege, family dynamics, and justice. This infamous Menendez brothers’ case has become a true-crime phenomenon, fueling numerous films, TV shows, podcasts, and documentaries.

In 2024 alone, three notable TV productions explored the case: Fox Nation’s Menendez Brothers: Victims or Villains (25 March), Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan’s Netflix series Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story (19 September), and Alejandro Hartmann’s documentary The Menendez Brothers (7 October).

Even the 2017 series Law & Order True Crime: The Menendez Murders, starring Edie Falco, received much critical acclaim.

This indicates that even after 35 years, the case continues to fascinate and tick with the audiences. True crime enthusiasts are drawn to the case’s toxic mix of murder, money and media madness. Yet, their story transcends sensationalism, offering a complex exploration of motivations, courtroom drama, and lasting impact. So here are the best series, films and documentaries ever made on the Menendez family that highlight this high-profile crime story — including a few in which Erik and Lyle have themselves featured.

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Chilling shows and documentaries about the Menendez brothers