Ella Beatty to Lead Netflix’s ‘MONSTER: Lizzie Borden
Netflix’s hit anthology series MONSTER is back—and this time, it’s digging into one of the most infamous murder cases in American history.
Ella Beatty, daughter of Hollywood legends Annette Bening and Warren Beatty, is set to star as Lizzie Borden in the fourth installment of MONSTER, the true crime series created by Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan. Following the massive success of Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story and Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menéndez Story, the next chapter promises another chilling deep dive into a headline-grabbing case that shocked the world.
The Lizzie Borden case has long fascinated the public. In 1892, Borden was accused of brutally murdering her father and stepmother with an axe in their Massachusetts home. Though she was ultimately acquitted, the case remains a subject of speculation, folklore, and endless intrigue more than a century later.
Ella Beatty’s casting marks a major breakout moment. Known for her scene-stealing role in Ryan Murphy’s Feud: Capote vs. The Swans, Beatty is quickly becoming one of the most talked-about rising stars in the industry.
And the cast doesn’t stop there.
Joining Beatty is an impressive lineup of talent:
Charlie Hunnam, likely to portray a detective or key figure in the investigation
Vicky Krieps, known for her intense, layered performances
Rebecca Hall, no stranger to psychological thrillers
Billie Lourd, bringing her signature mix of charisma and depth
Jessica Barden, adding indie edge and emotional complexity
Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan continue to explore the dark underbelly of American crime, blending true events with dramatic storytelling in a way that consistently pulls in massive audiences. Dahmer alone drew over a billion viewing hours on Netflix, making it one of the platform’s most-watched shows ever.
While no release date has been confirmed yet for MONSTER: Lizzie Borden, production is reportedly underway, and anticipation is already building. With a sensational true story, a rising star in the lead, and a powerhouse ensemble, this next chapter in the MONSTER anthology is shaping up to be must-watch TV.
