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For the first time in over a decade, Erik Menendez opens up with his most in-depth interview to date in a new documentary series that re-examines one of the most fascinating true crime tragedies of

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Menendez Murders: Erik Tells All Season 1 Episode 4 - Trials and Reversals
    7.9/10(24 votes)

    #1 - Trials and Reversals

    S1:E4

    The first trial ends in a stunning surprise verdict. Erik alone takes us inside the prep for his second trial, his unlikely connection with OJ Simpson, and why he alone is left to speak for both the brothers.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Menendez Murders: Erik Tells All Season 1 Episode 5 - Final Verdict
    7.9/10(25 votes)

    #2 - Final Verdict

    S1:E5

    After the verdict comes in, at the last minute, Erik Menendez and his brother, Lyle, are sent to separate prisons. Erik marries and begins to mount an appeal. Will his case be given another chance?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Menendez Murders: Erik Tells All Season 1 Episode 1 - A Murder in Beverly Hills
    7.7/10(34 votes)

    #3 - A Murder in Beverly Hills

    S1:E1

    In 1989, 21-year-old Lyle and 18-year-old Erik Menendez walked into their parents' den and killed them. Erik Menendez himself shares in stunning detail the events of the week leading up to the murders and the motive behind the crime that shocked America.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. The Menendez Murders: Erik Tells All Season 1 Episode 3 - Abuse Excuse?
    7.7/10(27 votes)

    #4 - Abuse Excuse?

    S1:E3

    Erik Menendez recalls his mother's decline in the years leading up to the murders and looks on in agony as his brother Lyle testifies, vividly describing the abuse at the hands of their father.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Menendez Murders: Erik Tells All Season 1 Episode 2 - A Family With a Dirty Secret
    7.6/10(30 votes)

    #5 - A Family With a Dirty Secret

    S1:E2

    The Trial of the Century takes a shocking turn when the defense says Erik and Lyle Menendez killed their parents after years of sexual abuse.

    Director:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"Trials and Reversals" is the best rated episode of "The Menendez Murders: Erik Tells All". It scored 7.9/10 based on 24 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 12/21/2017. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Final Verdict".