Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story has scenes involving a 19th-century vibrator

Ryan Murphy's latest installment of his Monster anthology series, The Lizzie Borden Story, revolves around the infamous 1892 murder case involving Borden, whose father and stepmother were killed. Despite Borden's acquittal, many believe she was the perpetrator. Murphy, a proponent of sensationalism in his storytelling, takes creative liberties with the true crime adaptation, including the inclusion of a vintage sex toy known as the Veedee, a mechanical vibrator.

The Veedee, made in Germany, was marketed as a medical device for various ailments. Bridget Sullivan, Borden's maid, is shown with the Veedee in the show, symbolizing a transformative period in her life. The presence of the Veedee in the series, though historically inaccurate, adds a layer of intrigue and drama to the otherwise factual account.