Dahmer:  5 reasons To Watch

Not more Dahmer: 5 reasons why Netflix's "Monster" might actually be worthwhile

Netflix today released a new mini-series, "Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story," about the serial killer case that shocked Milwaukee and the entire country.

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Here are five reasons why "Monster" might hopefully make wandering back into the Dahmer case worthwhile.

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There have been a number of Jeffrey Dahmer projects over the years – but probably not one as star-studded as "Monster." The cast includes the acclaimed likes of Richard Jenkins and Niecy Nash.

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Ryan Murphy is involved, for better or worse Even since his breakout with "Nip/Tuck" and "Glee," Ryan Murphy's become one of the most prominent producers in Hollywood

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While "Monster" doesn't technically fall under the "American Crime Story" umbrella, it feels of a piece with those Murphy productions, taking a more thoughtful, deep dive into what these real-life stories say and mean beneath their grim and garish details.

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There are surprises behind the scenes While "Monster" has a number of notable names in front of the camera, its most impressive collaborators may actually be behind the scenes.

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It should have something to say Too many recent true crime mini-series have nothing to offer but lurid real-life thrills, quarter-baked conspiracies and streaming views for their respective services.

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The preview looks quite good If none of that sold you on "Monster," well, then maybe I'll just let the mini-series itself try.

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