Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story Topped Netflix Rankings
The new series debuted at number one, surpassing the previous chart-topper Crew Girl on the streaming platform.
Updated on Sept. 18, 2026 in Television
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Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story premiered on Netflix on September 17, 2026, and immediately claimed the top spot on the platform's top 10 list. The series pushed the previous number one title, Crew Girl, out of the top position.
Why it matters
The show is the latest installment in a high-profile anthology series that has previously garnered 31 Emmy nominations and 3 wins. Its performance is being monitored as it builds on the legacy of the preceding three seasons.
The series currently holds a 50% critic score and a 27% audience score. These figures follow previous entries in the Monster anthology that varied significantly in reception, such as the Jeffrey Dahmer Story, which earned a 57% critic score.
The players
Netflix
Netflix is a global streaming service that produces and distributes original entertainment content.
Lizzie Borden
Lizzie Borden was a historical figure acquitted of murder charges in 1892 who died at age 66.
The details
The narrative centers on the historical figure of Lizzie Borden, who was famously acquitted of murder charges in 1892 and later died at age 66 from pneumonia. The series is currently expected to maintain its top position on the streaming platform's list for the immediate future.
Timeline
Lizzie Borden was acquitted of murder charges in 1892.
Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story debuted on Netflix on September 17, 2026.
The article detailing the show rankings was published on September 18, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
This release continues the strategy of high-profile true crime anthology programming on global streaming platforms. It follows a release pattern established by earlier franchise entries like the Jeffrey Dahmer Story, which significantly shaped audience expectations for the genre.
Viewers can currently access the new series exclusively through the Netflix platform. The show's top-ranking status indicates it is now the primary featured content for subscribers browsing the site's top 10 list.
The takeaway
The series continues the commercial momentum of the Monster anthology despite mixed critical and audience scores. Prospective viewers can use the show's top ranking as a guide to current platform trends for popular true crime content.
Further reading
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