Cursed Films

Overview

A documentary series exploring the myths and legends behind some of Hollywood’s notoriously “cursed” horror film productions. From plane accidents and bombings during the making of The Omen, to the rumored use of real human skeletons on the set of Poltergeist, these stories are legendary amongst film fans and filmmakers alike. But where does the truth lie?

Episodes

The Exorcist

S01E01 The Exorcist

April 2, 2020 6.5 29 min
The release of The Exorcist was surrounded by controversy, as reports of fainting theatre-goers and mysterious on-set accidents raised questions as to whether or not the film itself was evil.
The Omen

S01E02 The Omen

April 9, 2020 6.0 28 min
A series of unfortunate events plague the cast and crew during the making of The Omen, raising concerns that the film might be cursed by the devil himself.
Poltergeist

S01E03 Poltergeist

April 9, 2020 7.5 26 min
A series of untimely deaths connected to the making of the Poltergeist films inspire rumours that the production was cursed. Supernatural suspicions are stoked by rumours that real human skeletons were used during the making...
The Crow

S01E04 The Crow

April 16, 2020 8.0 28 min
Years after Bruce Lee's mysterious death is attributed to the "Lee Family Curse", his son Brandon's life was cut short due to a tragic on-set accident during the making of The Crow.
Twilight Zone: The Movie

S01E05 Twilight Zone: The Movie

April 16, 2020 7.5 29 min
A horrific on-set accident during the production of Twilight Zone: The Movie leaves those involved in the making of the film cursed by the memory of the incident they witnessed.

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