First Look: Sarah Paulson Transforms Into Aileen Wuornos in 'Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story' Trailer

Netflix has officially dropped the trailer for *Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story*, giving true-crime fans their first terrifying look at the next chapter of the hit streaming anthology. Alongside footage showcasing lead actress Vicky Krieps in the main role, the new video delivers a surprise reveal: Sarah Paulson stepping into the shoes of infamous serial killer Aileen Wuornos. The upcoming installment frames the notorious 19th-century ax slayings as a terrifying ripple effect, suggesting Borden’s gruesome crimes served as a blueprint for generations of female murderers to come.

Sarah Paulson Aileen Wuornos Monster First Look Paulson’s dramatic transformation into Wuornos stands out as one of the trailer's biggest highlights. While Charlize Theron previously won an Academy Award for playing Wuornos in the 2003 film *Monster*, Paulson is bringing her signature horror intensity to the Ryan Murphy-created Netflix universe. The preview hints at how the anthology will link historical killers across different eras through thematic story threads. Meanwhile, Krieps anchors the core storyline as Borden, detailing her dark thoughts about violence during an unsettling voiceover sequence. Early scenes depict Borden's turbulent family life before transitioning into a cold contemplation of weapon choices. "A knife is too easy," Krieps whispers in the footage, adding that using a rifle feels far too merciful. The camera then lingers ominously on the heavy axe that defined the historical case.

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What Is Monster The Lizzie Borden Story About The new season revisits the infamous events of August 4, 1892, when Andrew Borden and his second wife, Abby Borden, were brutally slaughtered inside their Fall River, Massachusetts home. Both victims suffered multiple fatal blows from an axe in broad daylight, shocking the surrounding community and dominating national news coverage. Lizzie Borden quickly became the prime suspect in the double homicide after delivering deeply contradictory statements during initial questioning. Despite facing intense public scrutiny and standing trial for the murders, she was ultimately acquitted by a jury. No one else was ever charged in connection with the slayings, leaving the gruesome case as one of America's most famous unsolved mysteries. Now, Netflix is revisiting the bloody saga with a star-studded cast.