Ryan Murphy’s ‘Monster’ Crime Guide: Menendez Bros., Ed Gein

Ryan Murphy‘S Monster has highlighted some of the most infamous true crime cases – and sparked backlash in the process.

The first season debuted in 2022 and revolved around Evan Peters‘Representation of Jeffrey Dahmer. Monster, which also starred Niecy Nashcame under fire after the family of Dahmer’s victims revealed that they had not been consulted for the show.

Peters, meanwhile, spoke about how his mental health was affected after taking on the complicated role. “I’m going to take a little break from darker roles and explore the light,” he said diversity in December 2022. “It would be interesting for me to play something a little closer to home, a little more mundane and explore the details of such experiences.”

The actor subsequently received a Golden Globe Award and an Emmy nomination for his portrayal of Dahmer.

“When I played the role, I wanted to give 120 percent until the end, so I brought a lot of darkness and negativity to it,” he explained at a panel in November 2022. “It was just about having the end goal in mind and knowing .” when we were just about to pack up and finally be able to breathe and let go and say, “Okay, now it’s time to bring in the joy and the lightness of watching comedies and romances and going to St. Louis and to see my family, friends and watch Step Brothers.’”

Season 2 experienced a similar backlash afterward Erik Menendez criticized Murphy’s portrayal of him and his brother Lyle Menendez. However, Murphy stood by his work and even claimed so Monster provided renewed support in the Menéndez case, which ultimately led to the Los Angeles district attorney’s office ordering a new hearing.

The show has already been renewed for another season Charlie Hunnam take on the role Ed Gein. Laurie Metcalf was also cast as Gein’s mother Tom Hollander will play Alfred Hitchcock And Olivia Williams plays Hitchcock’s wife, Alma Reville.

Keep scrolling for a guide on everything Monster Season – and criminal: