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Netflix's Ed Gein Story Earns Mixed Reviews, Low Score

10/7/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Monster: The Ed Gein Story on Netflix has a 29% Rotten Tomatoes score and mixed reviews.
Critics describe it as sensationalist and inaccurate.
It's part of an anthology exploring notorious criminals, following Jeffrey Dahmer and the Menendez brothers.
New series Department Q (Dept. Q) follows a flawed Scottish detective solving cold cases, praised for depth and humor.

History

Historical Context

Ed Gein's arrest in 1957 for the murder of Bernice Worden shocked America, revealing the sinister aspects of rural Wisconsin life. Diagnosed with schizophrenia, Gein was found not guilty by reason of insanity and spent his life in a mental institution until his death in 1984. His gruesome acts inspired iconic horror films, reflecting society's ongoing fascination with notorious criminals.

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Story summary

Monster: The Ed Gein Story on Netflix has a 29% Rotten Tomatoes score and mixed reviews.
Critics describe it as sensationalist and inaccurate.
It's part of an anthology exploring notorious criminals, following Jeffrey Dahmer and the Menendez brothers.
New series Department Q (Dept. Q) follows a flawed Scottish detective solving cold cases, praised for depth and humor.

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