Monster (2022)

Netflix | Release Date: September 21, 2022

6.2	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 80 Ratings

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Chubbs19Oct 10, 2022

Overall I found the series an interesting watch and gives you an idea of the story of Jeffrey Dahmer and his victims. However it only gives you an idea, although it's based on a true story many parts of it have been fabricated to either makeOverall I found the series an interesting watch and gives you an idea of the story of Jeffrey Dahmer and his victims. However it only gives you an idea, although it's based on a true story many parts of it have been fabricated to either make the story more dramatic or to paint the police force and justice system as all racist and homophobic. There may have been some truth to these aspects but it was overdone and clearly just another way for Netflix to push their personal biased views on others with a rewriting of true events.

I must give credit to Evan Peters on his portrayal on Jeffrey Dahmer as he done an amazing job immersing you into the series and truly making you believe you're watching a documentary and that's why I've put the score up a little.… Expand

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rpotter1000Nov 4, 2022

Some of the early episodes where they were just telling the story were great. There were little hints early on that the makers were going to be a little moralistic and “my truthy” about things, but it was forgivable and still well done and atSome of the early episodes where they were just telling the story were great. There were little hints early on that the makers were going to be a little moralistic and “my truthy” about things, but it was forgivable and still well done and at times riveting. Then came the last few episodes. Wow, what a steaming pool of wet poop it turned into. Just endless scenes and hours of sappy, patronizing, moralizing, sophomoric crap.… Expand

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CiriofRiviaOct 7, 2022

Masterful piece of work by Evan Peters and of course the touch of Ryan Murphy as the creative mind behind this shockingly wicked and beautiful piece of cinema

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Luka1998010Oct 9, 2022

The level of detail that this show has in it made me sick because that is exactly why it is what it is.
To never forget what was done to ordinary human beings by someone as twisted as Dahmer.

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All_ButTrU4Sep 23, 2022

An ambitious slow burn with a greater emphasis on telling the full story without romanticism. It's well made in every aspect and it really does establish it's tone very well. Evan Peter's performance is a chilling resurrection of an infamousAn ambitious slow burn with a greater emphasis on telling the full story without romanticism. It's well made in every aspect and it really does establish it's tone very well. Evan Peter's performance is a chilling resurrection of an infamous cannibalist murderer. It's non-linear storytelling envelopes you completely as we see how the reports and victims were ignored.… Expand

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NewNewAmsterdamOct 6, 2022

Finally , finally Netflix is showing some cajones, some grit again and of course contemporary critics dont like it . Not enough of the "message" for you? This show is excellent because it dares to be weird , asking tough questions , beingFinally , finally Netflix is showing some cajones, some grit again and of course contemporary critics dont like it . Not enough of the "message" for you? This show is excellent because it dares to be weird , asking tough questions , being tough on humankind and being very nuanced at times as well . It is at the same time very woke and very anti woke , which is excellerating and welcome for a green right winger like me who is tired of all the woke goody safe zone shows out there . The acting is stellar all round , Dahmer and his dad are extremely convincing, and once again quite nuanced and layered , and his victims are actually interesting for a change , compared to similar shows . The Tony episode , it actually got to me . I felt for the guy ( they show a part of Tony's history , a deaf man) even while it also showed Dahmer at his most vulnerable. Holly woke pay attention, this show is a rare flash of realism these days and a deep dive into the gray, difficult minds of human beings with all their eccentricity. It’s a bit much on the black victimhood , I took one point for that , but still refreshing… Expand

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Tjxxx679Sep 22, 2022

I reallly like the fact that this is such an all sides told type of story. I really hope that people take away that it’s not so much about Dahmer but more so about his victims and how he got there.

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SoyddOct 3, 2022

Excellent series, full of suspense, mystery, finally an interesting series, excellent performances, each scene is incredible and contributes a lot to its story, good character development, the characters are excellent, it is very easy toExcellent series, full of suspense, mystery, finally an interesting series, excellent performances, each scene is incredible and contributes a lot to its story, good character development, the characters are excellent, it is very easy to empathize with them, highly recommended.… Expand

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AmadouIraklidisNov 2, 2022

A mildly interesting show. Like many crime dramas, there is always that thrill that accompanies them, the morbid curiosity, and the show plays on it well. Beyond that, it is mostly boring. However, the biggest flaw is the incessant, inane,A mildly interesting show. Like many crime dramas, there is always that thrill that accompanies them, the morbid curiosity, and the show plays on it well. Beyond that, it is mostly boring. However, the biggest flaw is the incessant, inane, and bat **** crazy attempt to make it all about race. The first people who were victimized were white. Many different races were targeted. The revisionist history of a "woke"-pandering hollywood is in full display in this one, to the detriment of the viewer. Dahmer was a homicidal, loser, maniac cannibal who targeted vulnerable people, drugged them to get them defenseless, then killed them and defiled their bodies. That's the story. Not a racist criminal operating in a racist city that happened to involve murder, cannibalism, and predatory behavior. For that, the show loses major points.… Expand

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MrPajamasOct 16, 2022

It's a hit. I like crime themes, including murder, and this was pretty damn hilarious. Very interesting. The main draw for me was the fact that it was based on a true story. I enjoyed it. It was interesting to follow the life of JeffreyIt's a hit. I like crime themes, including murder, and this was pretty damn hilarious. Very interesting. The main draw for me was the fact that it was based on a true story. I enjoyed it. It was interesting to follow the life of Jeffrey Dahmer. The killers are generally interesting and so they are good to work with for the story, which I think worked well here. It went by quickly and I was almost sorry it was over. Not surprising when you can fit the highlights into 10 episodes. I'm just saying that it went by quickly and that I had fun. For me, a great series that I would recommend to crime genre enthusiasts.… Expand

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MazePLnOct 13, 2022

Finally some great representations of the LGBTQ community. Without that White man propaganda. I love it, all people should watch this and learn what the gay community looks like.

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HamadtheOct 9, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This show is a masterpiece, it has excellent pace and shows the horrors of that man, I love how they pay tribute to all the victims and families of the victims… Expand

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EstebanRLSFeb 8, 2023

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bertobellamyOct 21, 2022

Ryan Murphy finally deviates a little from his outdated formula; still, 'Dahmer' relies on the most morbid aspect of this story to shock audiences. But, as with his most serious shows, Murphy incorporates a social them that resonates withRyan Murphy finally deviates a little from his outdated formula; still, 'Dahmer' relies on the most morbid aspect of this story to shock audiences. But, as with his most serious shows, Murphy incorporates a social them that resonates with today's troubles. The best part, of course, is Evan Peter's acting.… Expand