“There’s nothing wrong with blood.” With those chillingly calm words, Netflix officially sets the tone for the next grim obsession in its hit true-crime anthology “Monster.”
Sharpen your hatchets and adjust your petticoats. “Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story“ is heading our way this fall, and a spine-tingling trailer reveals a Victorian nightmare ready to explode onto streaming screens soon.
Unearthing History’s Most Famous Gothic Horror
Created by Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan, the acclaimed franchise has previously dissected the terrifying legacies of Jeffrey Dahmer, the Menendez Brothers, and Ed Gein. Now, the series turns back the clock to Fall River, Massachusetts, in 1892. This upcoming chapter explores the dark, enigmatic life of history’s most famous axe-wielding socialite. It offers a psychological dive into the infamous double murder that shocked the nation.
A Killer Ensemble Cast
Rising star Ella Beatty steps into the center of the storm as Lizzie Borden. Beatty is surrounded by an absolute powerhouse roster of talent. Fresh off his role in Monster: Ed Gein, Charlie Hunnam returns to the franchise to play Andrew Borden, Lizzie’s tyrannical father. The stacked ensemble is further elevated by standout performances from Rebecca Hall, Billie Lourd, Vicky Krieps, and Jessica Barden.
However, no Ryan Murphy project is complete without a jaw-dropping twist. The series transcends centuries with an unexpected casting shocker. Scream queen Sarah Paulson stars in a cameo as serial killer Aileen Wuornos.
An Unforgettable Legacy Hits Netflix This Fall
Lizzie Borden was famously tried and acquitted for the brutal double murder of her father and stepmother. She left behind a bloody mystery that continues to dominate American gothic lore. While her story has been told before—from Christina Ricci’s campy turn in The Lizzie Borden Chronicles to Chloë Sevigny’s atmospheric indie drama Lizzie—Murphy’s signature style promises a uniquely twisted, visually stunning, and brutal deep dive into history.
“Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story” premieres globally on Netflix on September 17, 2026. Watch the blood-drenched trailer below.
