The cast, creator and real-life inspiration for the series "Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story" have all spoken out about the show’s controversial reception.

The Menendez brothers have been given a platform on Murphy's Netflix true-crime series, and they should be grateful. They've had the chance to be tried in the court of public opinion, before their case goes back to the real courts, and Murphy thinks it could possibly set them free:

Following the success of Ryan Murphy's "Monsters," the documentary allows the brothers to tell their story together.

O’Donnell, who has been a longtime advocate of Lyle and Erik Menendez, spoke to News Nation after Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced at a press conference on Thursday, Oct. 3, that he is "keeping an open mind" about the Menendez brothers' bid for release.

Audiences have spent more than 251 million hours watching a scripted drama about their lives. Now it's Erik and Lyle Menendez's time to talk.

There may be more of Lyle and Erik Menéndez 's stories left to tell. Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story co-creator Ryan Murphy told Variety that he could envision including a few follow-up episodes to his hit series.

Netflix's Monsters renewed public interest in the Menendez brothers' case. The show's revival may influence retrial requests by highlighting abuse allegations. Ryan Murphy defends his creative portrayal,