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6.451 votes2018TV-MA42mEndedDocumentaryOfficial site

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“What screams are made of.”

An in-depth look at the history and pop cultural significance of horror films.

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1. ZombiesNow viewing2018-10-1442m8.7Zombies are the monsters of the 21st century, and America's major contribution to horror. What set off zombie fever? All roads lead to George Romero, who made zombies a metaphor for social ills.
2. Slashers (1)2018-10-2142m9.0Slasher films killed in the ’80s, but their violence, perceived misogyny, and endless sequels almost ended the genre. Supernatural killers Chucky and Freddy saved them from extinction.
3. Slashers (2)2018-10-2242m8.2Slashers got sophisticated in the '90s, evolving from Freddy Krueger to Candyman to the terrifying Hannibal Lector. The 2000s brought "torture porn" – a response to post-9/11 panic.
4. The Demons Inside2018-10-2842m7.8The fear that demons will enter our bodies and make us do terrible things has inspired some of the most frightening films ever made, including the masterpieces Rosemary's Baby and The Exorcist.
5. Killer Creatures2018-11-0442m8.8Monsters hold a special place in the history of horror. Stephen King, Tippi Hedren and Joe Dante weigh in on the killer predators in nature, the nightmare creatures of the fantastic, and the monsters inside us, waiting to escape
6. Vampires2018-11-1142m6.0Modern vampires come in many guises, but they all address our fascination with sex and death. From the ghastly Count Orlok to the glam vampires of True Blood, John Landis, Josh Hartnett, Mick Garris and others take a look at why thirsty fiends are endlessly appealing.
7. Ghost Stories2018-11-1842m7.8Ghost movies have been with us since the dawn of cinema. Some ghosts are benevolent, some ghosts are malicious, but they all represent the mystery of what happens to us after we die. Stephen King, Haley Joel Osment and others break down the appeal of spooky spirits.

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How many seasons does Eli Roth's History of Horror have?

Eli Roth's History of Horror has 3 seasons and 19 episodes.

When did Eli Roth's History of Horror first air?

Eli Roth's History of Horror first aired in 2018.

Is Eli Roth's History of Horror still running?

Eli Roth's History of Horror's status on TMDB is: Ended.

What genre is Eli Roth's History of Horror?

Eli Roth's History of Horror is classified as Documentary.