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Dahmer -- Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story — Limited Series

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Critics Reviews

Jessica Winter New Yorker It’s quite possible that “Dahmer”—despite brilliant performances from Nash, Peters, and the great Richard Jenkins as Dahmer’s father, Lionel—has no real justification for its own existence. Dec 8, 2022 Full Review Andrew Male Times (UK) A slow-burn descent into a grotesque damaged world, bolstered by Evan Peters’s chillingly believable central performance... Oct 24, 2022 Full Review Melanie McFarland Salon.com It is gruesome, disturbing, and unnervingly precise in re-creating Dahmer's history and the legend that has arisen around him. It is also an example of how the Ryan Murphy brand can be at odds with a story's mission. Oct 1, 2022 Full Review Mini Anthikad-Chhibber The Hindu Though the Netflix show, based on the life and crimes of the serial killer, purports to tell the victims’ stories, it ends up cannibalising its own good intentions. Oct 4, 2023 Full Review Akos Peterbencze Vulnerable Man (Medium) While I don't think that the series is a complete miss, I can't help but feel that there was a much greater potential to fulfill here. Jul 25, 2023 Full Review Steve Murray ArtsATL Except for the sixth episode, which turns away from the tedium of Dahmer himself to focus on the life of one of his victims, the show is a chore... Nov 8, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

Audience Reviews

Toby G This would have become part of the derivative gore genre had it not been for exceptional casting, beautiful cinematography, a suitably slow pace, and the perfectly fitting music of Nick Cave. This drama achieved what it should have achieved; it left me in a sorrowful and contemplative mood for some time, a reflection of the sociopathy and isolation of the protagonist, the innocence of the victims, and the anguish of the families and friends of those who perished at the hands of a deeply troubled outcast. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/19/24 Full Review Kelly B Evan Peters is incredible, he is so very watchable and just an amazing actor. I really enjoyed this series and which is why I gave it 5 stars. I am a true crime lover and for that reason alone I was hooked. I have read lots on Dahmer so wasn’t coming in fresh with no prior knowledge. With this series, I found myself feeling a little sorry for Dahmer, as it delves into his life & background. Where this is important from a profiling perspective & obviously his experiences shaped who he became, I feel it did mean that he was shown in more of a positive light, instead of the dangerous predator that he was. I think there is a fine line between glamorising and boosting serial killers egos & telling the story to keep the victims memories and deaths alive - for me this crossed that line a little. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 04/19/24 Full Review Audience Member A purely intense series that portrays the insanity of a serial killer. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/29/24 Full Review Peter F It's a well-made show and served as a good distraction while I was working. But it was easy to look away at my work because the show just felt kind of gross and disturbing. Rated 3.5/5 Stars • Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/05/24 Full Review Nathalie D The cast is... incredible. I was hooked from beginning to end. This series is underated and should have been acclaimed for its cast quality. The way the story is told - going back and forth in the 70's, 80's and 90's is very efficient. It is a beautiful horrible movie! Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/08/24 Full Review Tyler S Overall, I think this told Jeffrey Dahmer's story really well. Thrilling, intense, and even a little emotional. There were definitely a few things that I didn't understand in which I hope they handled it better. Still a really good series. Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/03/24 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 21, 2022 Episode One After throwing his neighbor off the stench coming from his apartment, Jeff heads to a bar, where a stranger takes him up on a tempting offer. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 21, 2022 Please Don't Go Young Jeff contends with troubles at home and school; years later, his strange behavior evolves into murderous deeds. Details Episode 3 Aired Sep 21, 2022 Doin' a Dahmer On his own after his parents' turbulent divorce, high school senior Jeff invites a hitchhiker into his home. Details Episode 4 Aired Sep 21, 2022 The Good Boy Box From high school to the army, Jeff struggles to find stability; while living in his grandmother's house, Jeff begins targeting young men at gay bars. Details Episode 5 Aired Sep 21, 2022 Blood on Their Hands Jeff's list of victims grows longer without resulting in a full police investigation; an encounter with a teen lands him in jail; later, he gets his own apartment. Details Episode 6 Aired Sep 21, 2022 Silenced Aspiring model Tony moves to Madison and meets Jeff at a bar, beginning a relationship through handwritten notes that takes a dark turn. Details Episode 7 Aired Sep 21, 2022 Cassandra An activist meets with Glenda, who recounts her experience living next door to Jeff and how her concerns went largely ignored. Details Episode 8 Aired Sep 21, 2022 Lionel As Jeff awaits trial, his father deals with his owns demons; the Milwaukee police try to save face; victims' families share their stories. Details Episode 9 Aired Sep 21, 2022 The Bogeyman Glenda and the victims and their families try to move forward despite haunting memories; Jeff attracts fanfare from behind bars. Details Episode 10 Aired Sep 21, 2022 God of Forgiveness, God of Vengeance In prison, Jeff's newfound fame makes him a target; his parents seek closure, while Glenda pushes for a memorial to honor the victims. Details

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