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The actor from the series 'Monsters', based on the controversial Menendez brothers' murder trial, has advocated for a retrial of the convicted siblings.
The actor, Lane, believes the brothers, serving life sentences for the 1989 murder of their parents, were victims of sexual abuse, a factor that may have led to their violent act.
Despite criticism, the show's creators maintain that their portrayal, focusing on the alleged abuse, could potentially aid in revisiting the case.

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'Monsters' is currently streaming on Netflix

'Monsters' actor advocates for retrial of murder-convict Menendez brothers

By Isha Sharma

Sep 28, 2024

02:09 pm

What's the story

Nathan Lane, the Emmy-winning star who plays journalist Dominick Dunne in Netflix's Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, is backing a retrial for the Menendez brothers. Even though the series has faced backlash from Erik and his family over its take on real-life events, it's still one of Netflix's most streamed shows. In an interview with PEOPLE, Lane said all the buzz around Monsters "may work in their favor" for another trial.

Defense stance

Lane defended 'Monsters' amid criticism

In response to Erik's criticism, which he called "rooted in horrible and blatant lies," Lane defended Monsters by stating, "It's a dramatization, it's not a documentary." "Not everyone is going to agree with every single point of view, but that's what makes horse races. I think they certainly cover the fact that they were abused." Meanwhile, executive producer Ryan Murphy also defended his series by stating that 60-65% of their show centers around the alleged abuse faced by the brothers.

Actor's perspective

Lane's views on the Menendez case

Lane has also weighed in on the Menendez case, sharing that he believes the brothers were sexually abused. "There were extenuating circumstances in what was happening to them from a very early age — fear and physical and emotional abuse." "They've served 35 years. They may not like how they were portrayed, it may actually help. We didn't get two thumbs up from prison, but they may revisit the trial. I think they deserve that."

Series synopsis

'Monsters' explores Menendez brothers' controversial trial

Monsters delves into the story of Erik and Lyle Menendez, who were convicted for the murder of their parents in 1989. The brothers claimed they were sexually abused by their father, leading to their violent act. After two trials, they were found guilty of first-degree murder in October 1995 and are currently serving life sentences at the Richard J Donovan Correctional Facility in San Diego. Recently, Cooper Koch, who plays Eric in the show, also expressed hope for a re-trial.