The Menendez Murders: Erik Tells All
Overview
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.
Key Crew
Producer: Jim Bunn, Monica Caston, Nancy Saslow, Carolyn Carmines
Director: Eamon Harrington, Nancy Saslow
Top Cast
Erik Menendez
Self (voice)
Lyle Menendez
Self (archive footage)
William Vicary
Self - Erik's Psychiatrist
Seasons
Season 1 (2017)
No overview available.
5 episodes
Episodes
Episode 1: A Murder in Beverly Hills
2017-11-30In 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.
Runtime: 43 minEpisode 2: A Family With a Dirty Secret
2017-12-07The Trial of the Century takes a shocking turn when the defense says Erik and Lyle Menendez killed their parents after years of sexual abuse.
Runtime: 43 minEpisode 3: Abuse Excuse?
2017-12-14Erik 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.
Runtime: 43 minEpisode 4: Trials and Reversals
2017-12-21The 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.
Runtime: 43 minEpisode 5: Final Verdict
2017-12-28After 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?
Runtime: 43 minVideos
The Menendez Murders: Erik Tells All | Limited Series Premieres Nov. 30 at 10/9c | A&E
