Lizzie Borden Documentary on Netflix: Everything We Know So Far About the New 'Monster' Series

Published 07/07/2025, 11:18 PM EDT

When the chilling narrative of Jeffrey Dahmer unfolded on screen, it peeled back layers of human depravity, leaving audiences spellbound and questioning the very nature of evil. One might wonder if even Dahmer himself considered the permanence of a tattoo, a stark contrast to the fleeting nature of life which was brutally exploited. But for fans of the dark and compelling, a different kind of permanence is on the horizon: the Monster anthology series is officially set for another chilling installment, diving into one of America's most enduring murder mysteries.

A new subject for Netflix's chilling true-crime series has been unveiled. The next season is poised to explore another dark chapter in American history.

The next chapter unveiled: Lizzie Borden

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Netflix's critically acclaimed Monster anthology series is reportedly moving forward with its fourth season, set to dig into the infamous Lizzie Borden murders. According to What's on Netflix this latest chapter will explore the harrowing 1892 killings of Andrew Borden and Abby Borden, for which their daughter Lizzie Borden was famously tried and acquitted, yet forever carved into history as a prime suspect. Early development is already underway, with plans to commence filming in Los Angeles this fall.

Showrunner and executive producer Ian Brennan was attached to pen the script alongside Ryan Murphy, bringing their signature dramatic flair to this historical true-crime narrative. While no casting details have been revealed, the season is expected to focus on Lizzie Borden, her father, stepmother, and the family housekeeper. This new direction promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats, exploring the complexities of a case that continues to baffle and fascinate.

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The Borden case stands as one of America's most enduring and confusing true-crime sagas. The Monster series will offer a fresh perspective on this century-old story.

An enduring American mystery reimagined

The story of Lizzie Borden has infused popular culture for over a century, retold through countless films, television shows, and theatrical productions, with actresses like Christina Ricci and Chloë Sevigny taking on the titular role. Borden’s trial and subsequent acquittal, despite compelling evidence, left an indelible mark on American legal and criminal history, making her case a cornerstone of true crime lore.

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The Monster series aims to reimagine this enduring mystery, much like its previous iterations explored figures such as Jeffrey Dahmer and the Menendez brothers. Before the Borden story, audiences can anticipate The Original Monster, Season 3, featuring Charlie Hunnam as the notorious grave robber and serial killer Ed Gein. This anthology approach continues to explore the origins and cultural impact of the figures.

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Soma Mitra

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Soma is a storyteller with a flair for all things thrilling—especially when crime and psychology collide. With 100+ articles, short films, podcasts, and countless interviews under her belt, she dives deep into docu-dramas like Zodiac and House of Secrets. A research buff with papers on film and color psychology, she’s obsessed with decoding directors' minds and the societal impact of cinema.

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