Netflix's "Monster" Gets Choppy with Lizzie Borden for Season 4

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Lizzie Borden Joins Netflix’s Monster Series in Confirmed Season 4 Los Angeles, CA – Lizzie Borden is officially joining the Monster anthology series in Season 4, proving once again that Netflix will never run out of true crime material to dramatize. According to a report by Joe Otterson at Variety, the next installment of Ryan Murphy’s hit franchise will tackle the notorious 1892 axe murder case — a story filled with Victorian repression, courtroom drama, and just enough ambiguity to keep internet sleuths busy for another decade. The Monster series first made waves with Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, which managed to rack up over a billion watch hours and an equally impressive number of ethical debates. Evan Peters became award bait, Niecy Nash got overdue recognition, and Dahmer’s apartment complex turned into a low-budget tourist trap. Nothing says healing like selfies in front of trauma. Then came Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, where viewers were invited to re-litigate the question: were the brothers abused victims or just guys who didn’t want to wait for the will? Either way, two fresh-faced actors walked away with sudden fame and possibly a new agent. Season 3, The Original […]
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"Monster" series gets to the root of true crime! Season 4 is confirmed and taking an axe to the Lizzie Borden case. Following upcoming Ed Gein Season.

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[Galinda]

This show is getting worse with every season. Season 1 was already pushing the line with glamorizing a serial killer. And now they want to do Lizzie Borden? I don’t care if she’s a woman — a murderer is a murderer. I hate how they always cast attractive people, then give them soft lighting like it’s a music video. It feels fake. I’m tired of Netflix selling violence like it’s fashion. There’s no education here. It’s just good-looking actors pretending to be evil while people online fight over who was “misunderstood.” Gross.

 

["하늘바람"]

I’m really excited for Season 4. Lizzie Borden is the perfect choice. It’s not just about murder — her story is full of mystery, emotion, and hidden pain. I love when shows make me ask questions like: what would I do in her situation? The Victorian era setting will also make this season very different from the others. The style, costumes, and old house vibes are going to be amazing. I hope they cast someone who can really show both sides of Lizzie — innocent daughter and possible killer. I know people say this show makes killers look good, but to me, it’s about storytelling, not excuses.

 

[Redlips]

Okay so like, I loved Season 1 and 2 soooo much. Evan Peters was literally everything as Dahmer, like scary but also kinda hot?? Don’t judge me, okay?? And the Menendez brothers??? OMG I was crying and blushing the whole time. They didn’t even seem like killers to me, just misunderstood and really cute. I don’t care what anyone says, Erik was lowkey a sweetheart and Lyle had those dreamy eyes.

I’m super excited for Season 3 because Charlie Hunnam is seriously FINE. I don’t even know who Ed Gein is but like who cares?? It’s Charlie. I would watch him read a menu. I bet he’ll make even the gross parts look good. Netflix really knows how to cast these shows, they always pick hot guys and I love that.

But Season 4?? Ugh. Lizzie Borden?? I’m sorry but like… I’m not into girls, so I don’t really care. She just looks old and angry in the pictures. Plus like, it’s not the same when there’s no hot guys. I’ll probably skip that one. I want drama AND eye candy. Sorry not sorry.

 

[0preretgf90]

I used to respect Ryan Murphy’s work, especially back when he was doing stuff like Nip/Tuck or even early American Horror Story. But at this point, I’m just exhausted. Every time a new Monster season comes out, it feels like the same formula: choose a murderer, cast someone attractive, then spend 8 episodes trying to make us feel sorry for them. I’m not saying these stories shouldn’t be told, but there’s a big difference between telling and glamorizing.

I’ve seen how many people on social media started romanticizing Jeffrey Dahmer after Season 1. That’s not a storytelling achievement. That’s irresponsible. Now Lizzie Borden is next, and I already know how this will go — sad piano music, slow shots of her looking lonely, and dramatic speeches meant to paint her as deep and complex. I’m tired of it. Why not focus on the victims for once? Or the damage left behind? Ryan Murphy has talent, but he’s using it in a way that keeps feeding the same harmful narrative: that killers are misunderstood and stylish. Enough.

 

[Miercules]

I feel like people forgot Cristina Ricci already played Lizzie Borden not that long ago. She did both a TV movie and a limited series for Lifetime, and honestly, she nailed it. That version already gave us a dark, stylish, and mysterious take on Lizzie, so I’m not sure what Netflix can add besides a bigger budget and maybe a more modern tone. Unless they plan to go deeper into the trial or explore new angles, this might end up feeling like a remake of something we’ve already seen. I’m not saying it can’t work, but the Cristina Ricci version set a high bar.

 

[Mr.Bridges]

So now it’s Lizzie’s turn to become Netflix’s next tragic beauty with murder issues? Can’t wait for the social media posts calling her “relatable.” I bet there will be candlelight, piano music, and a scene where she holds the axe like she’s doing ballet. If Netflix can make cannibals look thoughtful, they’ll definitely make Lizzie look like a misunderstood genius in lace gloves. It’s kind of funny and sad at the same time. But I’ll still click. They win again.

 

[I've been damaged]

Murphy will probably turn Lizzie into some kind of Victorian girl boss, walking around in pastel dresses giving dead stares and monologues like she’s reclaiming power instead of standing trial for murder. You just know the internet will start posting clips of her swinging an axe with slow-motion edits and fans writing “slay queen” like it’s some feminist moment. It’s disgusting. There’s nothing empowering about killing your parents. I’m tired of people confusing murder with strength just because it’s packaged with nice lighting and soft music.

 

[Scoops_Ahoy]

Netflix knows what it's doing. They don't care about truth. They care about clicks. Season 4 will be just like the others: good acting, nice editing, and no real answers. They’ll make Lizzie look mysterious and smart, maybe even give her a sad backstory, and suddenly people online will call her a “girlboss.” I don’t think this is good for culture. People forget this was a real crime. But then again, I’ll probably still watch it. I hate that about myself.

 

[Lost_Shannon]

I feel Netflix’s Monster series has been very predictable lately. They find a gruesome crime and then make it very dramatic, with lots of style but little depth. This article points out that the new season will focus on Lizzie Borden, which is a good idea because it is a famous mystery. But I worry it will be another season that does not really explain much or make us think deeply. The history of Lizzie’s case is complicated, and there are many theories. Netflix should use this to show different sides, not just to shock or glamorize.