The Menendez Murders: Erik Tells All

Name: The Menendez Murders: Erik Tells All
Released: 2017-11-30
Rating: 6.8

2017 · 43m · TMDB 6.8/10 (5 votes)

For the first time in over a decade, Erik Menendez opens up with his most in-depth interview to date in a new documentary series that re-examines one of the most fascinating true crime tragedies of the past century through the lens of one of the convicted killers. This riveting series includes extensive phone interviews with Erik as well as rare emotional footage, never-before-seen photos and new interviews with prosecutors, law enforcement, close family, friends and medical experts that chronicle the story you thought you knew.

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About The Menendez Murders: Erik Tells All

This riveting series includes extensive phone interviews with Erik as well as rare emotional footage, never-before-seen photos and new interviews with prosecutors, law enforcement, close family, friends and medical experts that chronicle the story you thought you knew.

Status: Ended
TMDB rating: 6.8/10 from 5 votes
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 5

Seasons and episodes

The latest season with aired episodes is shown first. Specials are kept separate.

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Season 1

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S1 E1Nov 30, 201743 min

A Murder in Beverly Hills

In 1989, 21-year-old Lyle and 18-year-old Erik Menendez walked into their parents' den and killed them. Erik Menendez himself shares in stunning detail the events of the week leading up to the murders and the motive behind the crime that shocked America.

TMDB 6.0/10 from 1 votes

S1 E2Dec 7, 201743 min

A Family With a Dirty Secret

The Trial of the Century takes a shocking turn when the defense says Erik and Lyle Menendez killed their parents after years of sexual abuse.

TMDB 6.0/10 from 1 votes

S1 E3Dec 14, 201743 min

Abuse Excuse?

Erik Menendez recalls his mother's decline in the years leading up to the murders and looks on in agony as his brother Lyle testifies, vividly describing the abuse at the hands of their father.

TMDB 6.0/10 from 1 votes

S1 E4Dec 21, 201743 min

Trials and Reversals

The first trial ends in a stunning surprise verdict. Erik alone takes us inside the prep for his second trial, his unlikely connection with OJ Simpson, and why he alone is left to speak for both the brothers.

TMDB 6.0/10 from 1 votes

S1 E5Dec 28, 201743 min

Final Verdict

After the verdict comes in, at the last minute, Erik Menendez and his brother, Lyle, are sent to separate prisons. Erik marries and begins to mount an appeal. Will his case be given another chance?

TMDB 6.0/10 from 1 votes