Lizzie Borden case resurfaces through Netflix series and new horror film

The historical Lizzie Borden case is seeing a resurgence in popular culture following the release of Netflix’s fourth 'Monster' anthology installment, 'Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story'. Created by Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan, the series stars Ella Beatty as Lizzie Borden and explores themes of female rage and patriarchal oppression.

While the Netflix series dramatizes the 1892 Fall River murders, some historical inaccuracies have been noted, such as the depiction of a romantic relationship between Lizzie and the housekeeper Bridget Sullivan, for which there is no reliable documentation. Additionally, the series links Lizzie to the death of Bertha Manchester, though historical timelines suggest Lizzie was already in custody at the time of that murder.

Capitalizing on the renewed interest, Breaking Glass Pictures is releasing 'The Lizzie Borden Game', a supernatural horror thriller. Unlike the true-crime approach of the Netflix series, this film uses the Borden legend as a foundation for a contemporary story involving a group of friends and a deadly ritual.