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The Ed Gein Story – Monster

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Ed Gein, a seemingly harmless Wisconsin recluse in the 1950s, commits horrific crimes that shock the nation.
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Melanie McFarland Salon.com It may seem as if the point is to turn the mirror on society’s endless appetite for monstrosity. But, as usual, the makers of “Monster” want to have it all ways. Oct 31, 2025 Full Review Amber Dowling Globe and Mail For all its craft and conviction, this series doesn’t illuminate our fascination with evil so much as indulge it, and that’s the real horror. Oct 22, 2025 Full Review Matthew Creith TheWrap “Monster: The Ed Gein Story” strives to tell this monster’s story, but fails to deliver eight episodes worthy of a binge watch. Fantastic performances are diluted with exaggerated B-stories that go nowhere at a slow pace. Oct 9, 2025 Full Review Denise Zubizarreta LatinaMedia.Co The show is both critique and confession, art and indictment. It’s a true-crime thriller that eats its own genre alive. Rated: A+ Nov 3, 2025 Full Review Austin Burke Austin Burke/Flick Fan Nation Season 3 is visceral, uncomfortable, and tells this true story of Ed Gein in a slightly fictionalized way, not straying away from his atrocities. Hunnam makes some interesting decisions that are memorable, regardless of how divisive they will be. Rated: 7/10 Oct 24, 2025 Full Review Emiliano Basile EscribiendoCine Instead of offering a deep and sober exploration of one of the most disturbing criminals of the 20th century, it opts for a mix of sensationalism and stylized fiction that strays...[Full review in Spanish] Rated: 5/10 Oct 21, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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Dennis L Way too long and way boring. Terrible acting. A jumble of stories from Ed Gein, Tony Perkins, Alfred Hitchcock and the kitchen sink. Slogged through 4 episodes too many. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 11/13/25 Full Review Eduardo José T o negocio de ficar mostrando o presente é ridiculo, descredibilizou muito. se fosse a série corrida seria bem melhor. Mas as cenas são bem pesadas e dignas de uma série que retrara oq realmente aconteceu Rated 3 out of 5 stars 11/12/25 Full Review Juliana f Literally the part where tha n4zï dies, the most boring and absolute unnecessary part, like what was even about? The last two episodes don’t add any substance at ALL. Please, don’t watch it, 1. Doesn’t give the story the impact, a story like this should have. 2. Really freaking offensive for his victims Rated 1 out of 5 stars 11/12/25 Full Review Rich G Too slow and too long. Might have made a better movie than a series. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 11/11/25 Full Review Nichole D Before watching this, I didn’t know much about Ed Gein’s story. This series completely pulled me in. The directing is sharp and immersive, and every actor gives a layered, gripping performance. The pacing, tone, and emotional depth made it much more than just another true-crime retelling. I’m honestly surprised it only has 22% on Rotten Tomatoes because I thought it was outstanding. It’s unsettling, yes, but also incredibly well-crafted. If you appreciate thoughtful storytelling and strong acting, it’s worth watching. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/11/25 Full Review Juniper R A criticism of murderer romanticism that is in itself the problem. It's both far too long and full of too much nonsensical filler. It tried, and failed, to be deep and artsy. It's not hard to see what the creators were going for at parts, but that doesn't mean they achieved it at all. The excellent performances can't save it from being a trainwreck. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 11/11/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Ryan Murphy

Creator

Ian Brennan

Creator

Charlie Hunnam

Ed Gein

Suzanna Son

Adeline Watkins

Tom Hollander

Alfred Hitchcock

Laurie Metcalf

Augusta Gein

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 3, 2025 Mother! On a remote Wisconsin farm, troubled loner Ed Gein's twisted bond with his domineering mother triggers a terrifying descent into madness. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 3, 2025 Sick as Your Secrets Tormented by visions, Ed turns his fixation with death into a grisly hobby; years later, fiction and reality collide on a Hollywood film set. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 3, 2025 The Babysitter Ed's warped search for connection leads him from a late-night rendezvous to a grotesque magic show and ignites a bitter grudge that's hard to shake. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 3, 2025 Green Ed finds himself torn between two very different women; as the Vietnam War rages, tales of a real-life bogeyman inspire a young Texas filmmaker. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 3, 2025 Ice Adeline's dreams of fame clash with the harsh realities of life in the big city; consumed by his dark desires, Ed commits unconscionable acts. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 3, 2025 Buxom Bird When the authorities uncover a nightmarish crime scene, Ed's puzzling explanations raise deeper questions; Adeline steps into the spotlight. Details Episode 7 Aired Oct 3, 2025 Ham Radio Deputy Frank turns the Gein farmhouse into a sordid spectacle; Ed devises a unique method to communicate with his heroes in the outside world. Details Episode 8 Aired Oct 3, 2025 The Godfather Ed finds new purpose helping investigators crack a disturbing case; but as the past and present blur, his terrifying legacy looms larger than ever. Details

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Season Info

Creator
Ryan Murphy, Ian Brennan
Executive Producer
Ryan Murphy, Ian Brennan, Alexis Martin Woodall, Carl Franklin, Janet Mock, Eric Kovtun
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Crime, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 3, 2025
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