Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story

Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story is a true-crime anthology series installment created for Netflix by Ryan Murphy. The project explores high-profile American criminal history by dramatizing the lives, trials, and crimes of infamous historical figures, centering its main narrative on the notorious 19th-century axe-murder mystery of Lizzie Borden.

Lead actress Vicky Krieps stars in the central role as Borden. The series frames the historical axe slayings as a terrifying ripple effect, presenting Borden's actions as a potential blueprint for future female murderers throughout history. The installment also features Emmy-winning actress Sarah Paulson appearing as notorious real-life serial killer Aileen Wuornos, who was convicted of shooting seven men between 1989 and 1990.

Preceded by a trailer reveal displaying Paulson's dramatic transformation, the show served as a major September premiere release for Netflix. The project celebrated its debut with a star-studded red carpet screening event in Hollywood, bringing together cast members and industry figures including Ella Beatty and Billie Lourd.