Renewed Interest in Menendez Brothers Case Sparks Calls for Re-examination

A new Netflix documentary and public campaigns have brought fresh attention to the Menendez brothers' life sentences for the 1989 murder of their parents.

The Los Angeles District Attorney is reviewing evidence in the Menendez brothers' case after a resurgence of public interest and new information from recent media projects.
The Netflix documentary 'The Menendez Brothers' features over 20 hours of interviews with Lyle and Erik Menendez, offering their perspective on the case and the media portrayal of their story.
The brothers' first trial ended in a hung jury, but their second trial excluded key evidence of alleged abuse, leading to their conviction for first-degree murder.
Critics argue that the media's depiction of the Menendez brothers as 'monsters' has overshadowed potential abuse claims, impacting public perception and legal outcomes.
High-profile figures, including Kim Kardashian, have advocated for a re-evaluation of the brothers' sentences, citing new evidence and the handling of their original trial.