The true story of Lizzie Borden, the subject of Ryan Murphy’s latest Monsters installment

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A dramatised true crime anthology about an infamous historical murder case has claimed the number one spot on Netflix.

Ryan Murphy’s newest instalment of the Monsters anthology series focusing on Lizzie Borden has surged to the top of Netflix charts despite facing criticism. Although Borden was formally acquitted by a jury of the 1893 murders of her father and stepmother, the notorious unsolved case remains a fixation of American true crime culture. The dramatisation has reignited public fascination with the historical events surrounding the brutal hatchet killings.

The television series achieved the top ranking on the streaming platform shortly after its release.
Critical reception of the new true crime drama included labels describing the portrayal as ridiculous.
The historical court trial concluded in 1893 with a jury verdict of acquittal for the accused.
The original murders involved the violent deaths of both the father and stepmother in their home.

Timeline

Sep 17Media outlets reported on the historical context and background of Lizzie Borden ahead of the new series release.
Sep 18Reports confirmed that the true crime horror instalment had climbed to the number one spot on Netflix despite initial criticism.

Why it matters

Television anthologies focusing on high-profile historical crimes frequently draw massive audiences while simultaneously sparking debate regarding the ethical portrayal of sensitive legal cases.