Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story is the fourth installment of Netflix’s Monster anthology, and all eight episodes have been streaming since September 17, 2026. Ella Beatty stars as Lizzie Borden, alongside Vicky Krieps, Charlie Hunnam, Rebecca Hall, Jessica Barden, Joey Pollari, Billie Lourd, and Sarah Paulson.
The Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story soundtrack (2026) pairs an original score by Bryce Dessner with a set of bold, anachronistic needle drops. Netflix Music released the score album on the same day as the premiere.
This guide covers the full tracklist with durations, the composer’s background, the confirmed licensed songs, and where to stream the music.
Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story Soundtrack Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Series | Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story |
| Season | Season 4 of the Monster anthology |
| Platform | Netflix |
| Created by | Ian Brennan (Monster anthology with Ryan Murphy) |
| Directors | Max Winkler, Sarah Adina Smith |
| Series release date | September 17, 2026 (all eight episodes) |
| Composer | Bryce Dessner |
| Album title | Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story (Soundtrack from the Netflix Series) |
| Label | Netflix Music |
| Album release date | September 17, 2026 |
| Format | Digital |
| Total tracks | 23 |
| Runtime | 42:08 |
| Renewal Status | Season 5 renewed; subject not yet announced |
Monster: The Lizzie Borden Soundtrack Overview
The official album, Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story (Soundtrack from the Netflix Series), gathers selections of Dessner’s original music for the show. Netflix Music released it digitally on September 17, 2026.
It contains 23 tracks and runs 42 minutes and 8 seconds. Every track is credited to Dessner, and many titles name key figures in the story, including Maggie, Abby, Andrew, and John Morse.
This is a score-only release. The licensed songs heard in the series, covered further down, are not part of the album.
Co-showrunner Ian Brennan has said the modern songs were meant to keep the Victorian-era setting from feeling like a museum display. He also noted that the season hops through time, so bringing in present-day music felt like a natural extension.
This season topped Netflix’s global charts in its opening week, and Netflix has already renewed the anthology for a Season 5. Creator Ian Brennan has said he and Ryan Murphy have discussed a long-term plan that could run as many as ten seasons of Monster, though no subject has been confirmed yet for the next installment.
Who Composed Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story Soundtrack?
Bryce Dessner (born April 23, 1976, in Cincinnati, Ohio) is an American composer and guitarist based in Paris. He is a founding member of the rock band The National, where his twin brother Aaron also plays.
He studied at Yale University and the Yale School of Music. A Grammy winner, he has been commissioned by ensembles such as Orchestre de Paris and the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
In film, Dessner is best known for The Revenant, co-scored with the late Ryuichi Sakamoto, which earned Grammy and Golden Globe nominations. His music for The Two Popes won Discovery of the Year at the World Soundtrack Awards.
In 2026, he earned his first Academy Award nomination for Train Dreams. His recent credits also include Sing Sing, We Live in Time, and Apple TV’s Manhunt.
Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story Official Tracklist
Some track titles hint at plot events, so read on with care if you have not finished the series.
- Monster Theme – 0:49
- This Evenings Proposal – 2:44
- More Instructions – 1:30
- Cleaning the Sofa – 1:30
- Lizzie and Maggie – 1:56
- You Can and You Will – 1:40
- Necessary Alterations – 1:02
- Dust Check to Doves – 1:46
- Real Mother – 3:19
- Blood Bath – 1:43
- Maggie’s Crate – 1:18
- Marriage Proposal – 0:53
- Maggie Kiss – 2:32
- Abby Kills – 3:11
- End Cue – 1:19
- Andrew’s Axes – 1:34
- John Morse – 1:09
- Lizze Steals – 0:51
- Story to Whips Maggie – 4:55
- Real Hero to Sex – 2:12
- Abby’s Journal – 2:25
- Elizabeth’s Revenge – 0:57
- Conflicting Story – 0:53
Total runtime: 42:08
Score Highlights
Monster Theme (0:49) opens the album and serves as the season’s signature cue. It was previewed publicly before the album arrived.
Lizzie and Maggie (1:56) is named for the season’s central pairing, the bond between Lizzie Borden and the Borden family’s housemaid.
Real Mother (3:19) is one of the album’s longer cues. Its title likely points to the strained mother-daughter dynamic in the household, though the album offers no scene notes.
Abby Kills (3:11) stands out for its blunt title. It hints at a dramatic turn involving Abby, but the exact scene is not confirmed.
Story to Whips Maggie (4:55) is the longest track. Its title suggests several linked moments combined into one extended cue.
End Cue (1:19) sits at track 15 rather than at the close. That placement suggests the album is arranged for listening rather than strictly in story order.
Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story Licensed Songs (Needle Drops)
The series layers anachronistic songs over its Victorian-era story, many of them from punk and riot-girl acts. Here are the confirmed licensed songs, listed by episode.
| Episode | Song | Artist |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cherry Bomb | The Runaways |
| 1 | Hounds of Love | Kate Bush |
| 2 | mangetout | Wet Leg |
| 2 | Cuntology 101 | Lambrini Girls |
| 3 | Today | Jefferson Airplane |
| 3 | The End | The Doors |
| 4 | Stumblin’ In | Suzi Quatro and Chris Norman |
| 4 | I’m On Fire | Chromatics (cover of the Bruce Springsteen song) |
| 6 | Smalltown Boy | Bronski Beat |
| 7 | The Last Time | Andrew Oldham Orchestra (version of The Rolling Stones song) |
| 8 | Carnival | Natalie Merchant |
Bryce Dessner Filmography
| Year | Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | The Revenant | Film | Co-scored with Ryuichi Sakamoto; Grammy and Golden Globe nominee |
| 2019 | The Two Popes | Netflix film | World Soundtrack Awards Discovery of the Year |
| 2021 | Cyrano | Film | Musical directed by Joe Wright |
| 2021 | C’mon C’mon | Film | Directed by Mike Mills |
| 2024 | Manhunt | Apple TV series | Limited series |
| 2024 | Sing Sing | Film | A24 release |
| 2024 | We Live in Time | Film | A24 release |
| 2025 | Train Dreams | Netflix film | First Academy Award nomination (2026) |
His credits also include The Accountant 2, Bardo, A Good Person, She Came to Me, and Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette.
Where to Listen Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story Soundtrack?
The official Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story soundtrack album is available to stream on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon, along with other major digital music services. The series itself streams on Netflix, with all eight episodes available now. Netflix’s official YouTube channel also carries the Monster Theme as an official soundtrack video.
FAQs
Who composed the Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story soundtrack?
Bryce Dessner, the guitarist of The National, composed the original score.
How many tracks are on the Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story soundtrack?
The official album has 23 tracks and a total runtime of 42:08.
When was the Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story soundtrack released?
Netflix Music released it digitally on September 17, 2026, the same day the series premiered.
Where can I stream the Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story soundtrack?
You can stream it on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, and other major digital music services.
Which songs are used in Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story?
Confirmed licensed songs include Cherry Bomb by The Runaways, Hounds of Love by Kate Bush, mangetout by Wet Leg, and The End by The Doors.
Are the licensed songs on the official soundtrack album?
No. The album contains Dessner’s original score only, and the licensed songs are not included.
What is the longest track on the album?
Story to Whips Maggie is the longest at 4:55, while the opening Monster Theme is the shortest at 0:49.
Is Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story getting a Season 5?
Yes. Netflix has renewed the Monster anthology for a fifth season. Co-creator Ian Brennan has discussed a long-term plan of up to ten seasons, but the Season 5 subject has not been announced.
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