There is a certain thrill in watching history’s shadows come alive on screen, an intoxicating blend of glamour and gore. Streaming platforms have perfected the art of turning infamy into bingeable obsession, where every glance, every whisper, and every scandalous secret is magnified in HD. Netflix’s Monster franchise has taken that art to the next level, leaving viewers wondering which notorious figure will next get the chilling treatment and whose psyche will unravel before their eyes.

While some shows sparkle with laughs and glitter, Monster dives headfirst into darkness, proving that fear, obsession, and twisted fame can be streamed like the most addictive guilty pleasure.

Ella Beatty and Charlie Hunnam are back in the horror spotlight as production on Monster season 4 kicks off just days after season 3’s premiere. This time, the series shifts focus to one of history’s most infamous women, Lizzie Borden, with Beatty stepping into the lead role. Hunnam returns as Andrew Borden, joined by Vicky Krieps, Rebecca Hall, Billie Lourd, and Jessica Barden, promising another star-studded installment under Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan’s banner.

Season 3, which focused on Ed Gein, debuted last Friday and immediately became a hit, hitting No. 2 on Netflix’s top 10 most-watched TV shows list and amassing 122 million views in its first two days. With the rapid turnaround into season 4 production, the franchise is clearly capitalizing on its popularity, promising viewers another chilling dive into real-life horrors, and this time, with a woman at the center of the story.

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While Monster pivots from Lizzie Borden to production, the shadow of Ed Gein lingers, proving that real-life horror is less about the axe and more about a twisted mind.

While Monster is already pivoting to Lizzie Borden in season 4, the shadow of Ed Gein’s chilling story still looms large. Season 3 did more than entertain; it dissected a monster’s mind, showing how schizophrenia, extreme isolation, and a domineering mother created a perfect storm of psychological chaos. Charlie Hunnam’s portrayal added humanized eeriness, reminding viewers that monsters are often shaped by circumstances, not just their crimes.

As audiences eagerly await season 4, the transition from Gein to Borden highlights Monster’s fascination with how women and men navigate notoriety and infamy differently. Lizzie Borden’s story, centered on alleged filicide and societal scrutiny, promises a fresh exploration of motive and madness. Just as Gein’s legal battles underscored the intersection of mental illness and criminality, Borden’s narrative will probe rumor, gendered perception, and societal pressure.

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What are your thoughts on Ella Beatty and Charlie Hunnam returning for Monster season 4 just days after season 3’s debut? Are you ready for Lizzie Borden’s chilling spotlight? Let us know in the comments below.