Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story release date, cast, synopsis, trailers, first look photos, and more (2024)

As we inch closer to October, Netflix is getting ready to start releasing their slate of spooky content in time for Halloween. Horror fans can expect shows like The Midnight Club from Mike Flanagan and the intriguing anthology seriesGuillermo del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities. True crime junkies can binge a new season of Untold Mysteries, andConversations With a Killer will continue with a new story, this time focusing on Jeffrey Dahmer.

Ahead of the release of the new Dahmer docuseries, the streamer is also dropping a new scripted show following the infamous serial killer, starring American Horror Story‘s Evan Peters. Fans of the actor have been looking forward to this release for a while now, and we finally have all the details onMonster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story.

Here’s everything to know about the new show.

Clear your calendars, because Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story is coming to Netflix sooner than you might think! The streamer announced today that the scripted series will drop Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2022. That’s less than a week away!

Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story cast

The upcoming show, created byRyan Murphy and Ian Brennan, has a stellar cast. Alongside Peters, Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story stars familiar faces like Niecy Nash,Richard Jenkins,Molly Ringwald, andMichael Learned. Check out the full cast, provided by Netflix, below:

  • Evan Peters as Jeffrey Dahmer
  • Niecy Nash as Glenda Cleveland
  • Richard Jenkins as Lionel Dahmer
  • Molly Ringwald as Shari Dahmer
  • Michael Learned as Catherine Dahmer
  • Penelope Ann Miller as Joyce Dahmer
  • Michael Beach as Detective Murphy
  • Colby French as Detective Kennedy
  • Shaun J. Brown as Tracy Edwards
  • Mac Brandt as Officer Rauth
  • Grant Harvey as Officer Mueller
  • Matthew Alan as Officer Gabrish
  • Scott Michael Morgan as Officer Balcerzak
  • Josh Braaten as Young Lionel Dahmer
  • Savannah Brown as Young Joyce Dahmer
  • Nick A. Fisher as Young Jeffrey Dahmer
  • Cameron Cowperthwaite as Steven Hicks
  • Vince Hill-Bedford as Steven Tuomi
  • Blake Cooper Griffin as Charles
  • Matt Cordova as Detective Rauss
  • Rodney Burford as Tony Hughes
  • Karen Malina White as Shirley Hughes
  • Nikyla Boxley as Young Shirley Hughes
  • Karl Makinen as Officer Clyde Reynolds
  • Nigel Gibbs as Jesse Jackson
  • Brandon Black as Dean Vaughn
  • Raphael Sbarge as Mayor John Norquist
  • David Barrera as Police Chief Arreola
  • Dyllón Burnside as Ronald Flowers
  • Khetphet “KP” Phagnasay as Sounthone Sinthasomphone
  • Ken Lerner as Joseph Zilber
  • Dominic Burgess as John Wayne Gacy
  • Chris Greene as Assistant Chaplain Adams
  • Furly Mac as Christopher Scarver
  • Linda Park as Julie Yang

The cast list reveals that we’ll see a new portrayal of John Wayne Gacy in this show, another notorious serial killer. Gacy will be played byDominic Burgess, who you might’ve seen in things like9-1-1: Lone Star,Dr. Death, andSanta Clarita Diet.

Dahmer is a well-known figure because of how heinous his crimes were. The serial killer lived inMilwaukee, Wisconsin, and murdered 17 men — at least, that’s how many he was convicted for — between the years 1978 and 1991. He’s most notorious for partaking in necrophilia and cannibalism with his victims. It’s truly a gruesome story.

Here’s the official synopsis provided by Netflix:

"“Between 1978 and 1991, Jeffrey Dahmer gruesomely took the lives of seventeen innocent victims. DAHMER – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story is a series that exposes these unconscionable crimes, centered around the underserved victims and their communities impacted by the systemic racism and institutional failures of the police that allowed one of America’s most notorious serial killers to continue his murderous spree in plain sight for over a decade.”"

Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story trailer

Netflix also just released the first trailer for Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, and I’ve got to say, it looks great. Based on the cast, we know the acting will be good, and the trailer proves that it’s also made really well. The tone is extremely dark, as it should be, and it looks very compelling. Check it out below.

The second trailer came out on Sept. 20, giving us a better glimpse into the victims’ stories. I’m really glad this show will be focusing on the victims and how the police handled the accusations against Dahmer, instead of glorifying the serial killer. Watch it here:

We’ve got a bunch of stills from the show to share with you ahead of the release. Check them out here:

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FAQs

Who is the serial killer in the monster series? ›

Netflix's series Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story tells the terrifying (mostly) true story of serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer. Created by six-time Emmy Award-winner Ryan Murphy, Monster follows Dahmer's numerous murders through the lens of his victims.

Is Dahmer Monster scary? ›

it hits different. Well, it's the Dahmer story. So by default, it's hard and gross and scary. The acting is top notch.

What is the movie Dahmer monster about? ›

Synopsis. The series is about the life of Jeffrey Dahmer, and how he became one of the most notorious serial killers in America. His murders were executed in Bath Township, Ohio, West Allis, Wisconsin, and Milwaukee, Wisconsin between 1978 and 1991.

Will there be a season 2 of Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story? ›

Monster Season 2 explores the Menendez brothers' murder case. With a late 2024 release, the Netflix series delves into their trial, marked by conflicting accounts, privilege and a high-profile cast. Netflix's Monster Season 2 is in the works, shifting focus from Jeffrey Dahmer to the infamous Menendez brothers.

Who was the real Monster killer? ›

Aileen Wuornos (born February 29, 1956, Rochester, Michigan, U.S.—died October 9, 2002, Starke, Florida) was an American serial killer who murdered at least seven people in 1989–90.

Who was killed in Monster book? ›

Nesbitt died to drown in his blood after getting shot. According to James's testimony, Steve was the one who pulled the trigger that murdered the innocent Mr. Nesbitt.

Who was the worst serial killer? ›

7 of History's Most Notorious Serial Killers
  • Jack the Ripper. We call him “Jack the Ripper,” but we don't really know who the person behind one of the older and most notorious murder sprees was. ...
  • Jeffrey Dahmer. ...
  • Harold Shipman. ...
  • John Wayne Gacy. ...
  • H.H. Holmes. ...
  • Pedro Lopez. ...
  • Ted Bundy.

How gory is Monster Dahmer? ›

Dahmer cuts the head of a victim in his grandma's house, and is seen kissing it. Limbs are seen in acid tubs with flesh burned off. A scene of Dahmer cooking and eating his victim. Has scenes of intense violence, gore, blood, and torture.

Is Dahmer Netflix disturbing? ›

Even the most diehard true crime fan would say DAHMER - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story is so dark and disturbing that it's difficult to watch. It's also a brilliant masterpiece from co-creators, writers and executive producers Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan.

How accurate is Monster? ›

Patty Jenkins stayed true to the real-life story of Aileen Wuornos in the film Monster, despite facing criticisms for sympathetically portraying the serial killer. The portrayal of Aileen's childhood in the film is largely accurate, but the real story is even more tragic and heartbreaking.

Can kids watch Dahmer? ›

Overall, this series is heartbreaking, showing the true reality of what really happened to Dahmer's victims, and therefore I would strongly advise for older teens and adults to watch this. Therefore, I would give a final rating of 16+.

Is Monster available on Netflix? ›

Watch Monster | Netflix Official Site.

Who is playing the Menendez brothers in Monster? ›

Playing the infamous brothers who were convicted in 1996 of murdering their parents are newcomers Nicholas Alexander Chavez and Cooper Koch, who will star as Lyle and Erik Menéndez, respectively.

What is the Netflix movie Monster 2024? ›

The 2024 Indonesian movie on Netflix called Monster revolves around two schoolchildren named Alana and Rabin who get abducted by a man named Jack. Jack feels like the real monster in the story, as it becomes clear he has done this before. But he is not alone; his wife, Murni, is also involved in these abductions.

Who are the killers in Monster season 2? ›

The two trials of Lyle and Erik Menendez will assuredly be a focal point of Monster season 2, as they were widely publicized. On August 20th, 1989, wealthy corporate executive José Menendez and his wife Kitty were murdered by their sons Erik and Lyle in the den of their Beverly Hills home.

Who is the real killer in Monster anime? ›

Johan Liebert is the titular main antagonist in the manga and anime series Monster and the overarching antagonist of its light novel sequel Another Monster. He is a ruthless and psychopathic serial killer whose life was saved by Kenzo Tenma as a child.

Who committed the crime in the book Monster? ›

Steve Harmon was accused of taking part in the robbery that resulted in his murder. Steve's name was linked with James King and Bobo Evans—two neighborhood thugs. The two had implicated Steve as their look-out for the day they had planned to rob Mr. Nesbitt.

Is Steve guilty in the Monster? ›

The jury's decision of not guilty frees Steve from prison but not from his feelings of alienation and guilt. The story leaves unresolved whether Steve Harmon is a good or bad person and whether he is innocent of the crime. After the trial, Steve himself tries to resolve these questions by continuing to make movies.

Who is the villain in the movie Monster? ›

Aileen Wuornos is the main antagonist of the 2003 film Monster. She is based on the real life serial killer with the same name and backstory. She is portrayed by Charlize Theron.

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