New Netflix Series "Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story" premieres Thursday on Netflix, detailing the infamous 1989 murder case involving the Menendez brothers.

The Crime On August 20, 1989, Lyle (21) and Erik Menendez (18) shot and killed their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez, in their Beverly Hills mansion.

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The Trials The brothers were sentenced to life in prison in 1996 after two highly publicized trials, the first of which was broadcast on Court TV.

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Changing Perceptions Public opinion on the Menendez brothers has become increasingly divided over the years, with some questioning whether they were cold-blooded opportunists or victims of their circumstances.

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The New Series Ryan Murphy's new scripted series stars Nicholas Alexander Chavez and Cooper Koch as Lyle and Erik, with Javier Bardem and Chloë Sevigny as their parents.

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Anthology Series This series is the second installment of the "Monster" anthology created by Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan, following the success of their Jeffrey Dahmer series.

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Media Coverage Since the crime, the Menendez brothers' story has been explored in various documentaries, podcasts, and even a "Law & Order" series.

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Cultural Evolution The Menendez case has evolved over the years, reflecting changing cultural attitudes toward crime, family dynamics, and media sensationalism.

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Renewed Interest Recent developments and continuous public fascination have kept the Menendez case in the spotlight, sparking new discussions and media interpretations.

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Catching Up For those unfamiliar with the case, the new Netflix series offers a detailed look at the trials and the brothers' lives, adding fresh perspective to a decades-old story.

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