Menendez Brothers Case Renewed by Netflix Series

The Netflix series 'Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story' has reignited public interest in the infamous case of the Menendez brothers, who were convicted for the 1989 murders of their parents. The series, which has become Netflix's most-watched show, dramatizes the brothers' claims of long-term sexual and physical abuse by their father. Following the show's success, LA County District Attorney George Gascon announced a review of new evidence, including a letter from Erik Menendez that supports their abuse allegations. Additionally, a docuseries titled 'Menendez + Menudo: Boys Betrayed' has been cited in their legal efforts, highlighting past abuse allegations against their father. The Menendez brothers, now in their 50s, are serving life sentences and have publicly condemned the dramatization as inaccurate. Ryan Murphy, the series creator, stated that the show aims to shed light on the case and its complexities in the public sphere.