Ryan Murphy Plans More ‘Monsters’ Episodes If Menendez Brothers Are Freed Amid Crime Recreation Details

Ryan Murphy Teases More ‘Monsters’ Episodes If Menendez Brothers Gain Freedom

As a startling development unfolds, Ryan Murphy has hinted at the possibility of additional episodes for his acclaimed series ‘Monsters’ should Erik and Lyle Menendez secure their release from prison. The Menendez brothers, who were convicted for the brutal murder of their parents, Jose and Kitty, in 1989, have recently introduced new evidence that could potentially reshape their legal standing.

The brothers have advanced claims of past abuse, substantiated by a letter Erik penned to his cousin. This letter describes his struggles with the trauma allegedly instigated by their father and expresses his fear and anxiety during that tumultuous period. It highlights Erik’s emotional turmoil as he describes, “I’ve been trying to avoid dad. It’s still happening, but it’s worse for me now.”

The Menendez brothers have been serving life sentences since their convictions, but with fresh claims of abuse coming to light, the prospect of a retrial looms large. Murphy, who has devoted two years to telling their story, expressed astonishment over the renewed interest in the case, noting that it had largely fallen off the radar prior to their series.

This resurgence was notably spurred by Murphy’s recent project, which has reinvigorated discussion around the 1990s double homicide. “We were amazed that this story has captured people’s attention again,” Murphy remarked.

The unveiling of Erik’s letter adds an emotional layer to the ongoing debate about the brothers’ culpability. However, some critics, including journalist Alan Abrahamson, have dismissed these claims as irrelevant in the context of the murders’ timeline, arguing they were not in immediate danger at that moment.

Murphy confirmed that discussions regarding follow-up episodes are indeed in the works. “I’ll tell you, there’s been interest in extending the series. People are eager to understand how this narrative ultimately concludes,” he shared.

Fans of the series have lauded its meticulous attention to detail, particularly in its recreation of period-specific elements, such as the tan Ford Escort GT driven by the brothers on the night of the murder. The production team faced challenges replicating iconic elements but ultimately succeeded in delivering an authentic portrayal.

Looking ahead, Murphy is already pivoting to explore the life of infamous serial killer Ed Gein in the next installment of the Monsters series. As public intrigue surrounding the Menendez brothers continues to build, one can’t help but wonder how their story will evolve in the coming months.