Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story
Seen it?2026 | 1 seasons | Drama, Crime
Weeknight WatchWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
People are still talking about it, but middling reviews (38% on Rotten Tomatoes) and a lukewarm 7.1 out of 10 from audiences held it back. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for crime-drama fans.
- The mood
- Dark and gritty.
- The pace
- One season: easy to finish in a weekend or two.
- What might put you off
- Rated TV-MA: expect violence.
Trapped in a cruel Victorian-era household, Lizzie Borden kills her parents in a gory ax murder that shocks the nation.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsBelow par
38% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesBelow par
7.1 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
Award season hasn't happened yet, so this isn't counted
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Limited series that reached a modest audience; spent 4 weeks in Netflix's global Top 10
- Buzz & cultural impactVery strong
About 2.3 million people sought it out in the past year, and interest is climbing
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Cast & crew
Created by Ian Brennan
- Ella BeattyLizzie Borden
- Vicky KriepsBridget Sullivan
- Sarah PaulsonAileen Wuornos
- Charlie HunnamAndrew Borden
- Rebecca HallAbby Borden
- Billie LourdEmma Borden
- Jessica BardenNance O'Neil