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Penny Dreadful
2014·3 Seasons·27 Episodes·★ 7.8
Some of literature's most terrifying characters, including Dr. Frankenstein, Dorian Gray, and iconic figures from the novel Dracula are lurking in the darkest corners of Victorian London. Penny Dreadful is a frightening psychological thriller that weaves together these classic horror origin stories into a new adult drama.
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A tension-led series where questions, pressure, investigation, or shifting trust can keep the story moving from episode to episode.
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Who it is for
Best suited to viewers who want an ongoing hook and a reason to keep watching the next episode.
Commitment
Long-form commitment · 3 seasons
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The series
Seasons
Season 1
8 episodes
2014
Season 2
10 episodes
2015
Season 3
9 episodes
2016
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