Netflix has released the first teaser for “Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story,” the next installment in Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan’s serial killer anthology. The show will premiere on the streaming service on Sept. 17.
The 56-second teaser opens with a theater curtain rising to reveal a nearly empty stage. A piano sits alone, and a single C key plays repeatedly by itself, creating a haunting atmosphere.
Ella Beatty stars as Lizzie Borden, the young woman accused of hacking her parents to death with an axe in the late 19th century. The case, which dates to 1892, captured national attention at the time.
The new season is the fourth chapter in Murphy and Brennan’s anthology series, following previous installments that focused on other infamous figures. The series is produced by Ryan Murphy, who has built a reputation for true-crime dramas.
While the teaser does not reveal much plot, it sets the tone for the series, which will explore the murders and the events surrounding them. Netflix has not yet announced a full-length trailer or additional casting details.
Fans of the anthology can expect the same blend of psychological drama and historical storytelling that marked earlier seasons. The release date of Sept. 17 gives viewers a chance to mark their calendars for the new installment.