“You’ve met Ed Gein. Now meet Lizzie Borden.” The axe is back… and Ryan Murphy’s MONSTER universe just got even darker. Netflix has officially begun production on the fourth installment of Murphy and Ian Brennan’s wildly successful anthology series — this time diving into the chilling, blood-soaked legend of Lizzie Borden, one of history’s most infamous women. 🎬 Ella Beatty (daughter of Warren Beatty & Annette Bening) steps into the role of the woman whose name still sends shivers through American folklore — accused of brutally murdering her father and stepmother in 1892. But was she truly guilty? Or a victim of her time — a woman crushed by the world around her? The star-studded cast includes: Charlie Hunnam as Andrew Borden — the cold patriarch whose secrets run deep. Vicky Krieps as Abby Borden — the stepmother whose quiet presence hides sharp edges. Rebecca Hall, Billie Lourd, and Jessica Barden join the ensemble — completing a cast that’s already oozing tension, mystery, and danger. Filming is now underway in Los Angeles, where sets are being transformed into the shadowy streets and creaking hallways of 19th-century Fall River — the birthplace of the Borden legend. If Dahmer made your heart race and The Menendez Brothers made you question everything, get ready — because Lizzie Borden is about to blur the line between madness, myth, and murder

“You’ve Met Ed Gein, Now Meet Lizzie Borden”: Ella Beatty Leads Ryan Murphy’s Next MONSTER Installment

Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan are back — and this time, they’re turning their sharp, unflinching lens on one of the most infamous women in American history. MONSTER, Netflix’s chilling true-crime anthology, has begun production on its fourth installment, focusing on the legend of Lizzie Borden — with rising star Ella Beatty set to take on the notorious lead role.

From Ed Gein to Lizzie Borden: A New Chapter of Horror and History

After the massive success of Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story and Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, Murphy and Brennan are continuing their exploration of American infamy — this time through the eyes of a woman whose name has become synonymous with mystery, violence, and enduring cultural fascination.

Ella Beatty, daughter of actors Annette Bening and Warren Beatty, will portray Lizzie Borden — the Massachusetts woman famously accused (and acquitted) of brutally murdering her father and stepmother with an axe in 1892. The trial became a national obsession, spawning nursery rhymes, books, and countless dramatizations.

Murphy’s take promises a darker, more psychological retelling of the case, exploring not only the gruesome murders but also the social pressures, gender politics, and family tensions that shaped Borden’s world.

A Star-Studded Cast

Joining Beatty in the new season are:

Charlie Hunnam (Sons of Anarchy) — reportedly playing Andrew Borden, Lizzie’s stern and secretive father.
Vicky Krieps (Phantom Thread, Corsage) — as Abby Borden, Lizzie’s stepmother, whose complicated relationship with Lizzie becomes central to the narrative.
Rebecca Hall (The Night House, Christine) — as Lizzie’s sister Emma, torn between loyalty and fear.
Billie Lourd (American Horror Story) — in an as-yet-undisclosed role that insiders describe as “crucial to the unraveling of the mystery.”
Jessica Barden (The End of the F**ing World*) — rumored to portray Bridget Sullivan, the family maid and key witness in the case.

Filming is currently underway in Los Angeles, with sets meticulously recreating the oppressive atmosphere of 19th-century Fall River, Massachusetts — blending gothic horror with period realism.

The MONSTER Legacy

The MONSTER anthology has become a global phenomenon since its debut in 2022. Dahmer drew more than one billion viewing hours within its first 60 days, while The Menendez Brothers installment cemented the franchise’s reputation for combining true crime with character-driven psychological drama.

Murphy and Brennan’s upcoming take on Lizzie Borden is expected to follow suit — not just recounting a crime, but dissecting the emotional, cultural, and historical forces that turned it into legend.

“Lizzie Borden isn’t just a murderer in folklore — she’s a mirror,” one insider teased. “This season asks what happens when a woman’s rage, repression, and circumstance all collide.”

What to Expect

While plot details are tightly guarded, sources close to production suggest that MONSTER: The Lizzie Borden Story will blur the line between guilt and innocence, weaving a narrative that challenges viewers to question who Lizzie really was — a victim, a villain, or something far more complex.

Murphy, known for his signature blend of horror, glamour, and social commentary, is expected to deliver a visually stunning and emotionally charged experience — one that reimagines the 1892 case through a distinctly modern lens.

MONSTER: The Lizzie Borden Story marks a bold new chapter in Ryan Murphy’s ever-expanding television empire. With production now underway in Los Angeles, the series is expected to premiere on Netflix in late 2026.

So sharpen your curiosity (and maybe hide the axes) — because Lizzie Borden is about to take the screen by storm.