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Penny Dreadful

TV-MA2014–20163 seasonsJohn Logan
IMDb 8.2

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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.

Sci-Fi & FantasyDramaMysteryAction & Adventure
London, EnglandWitchMonsterUndergroundVampireHalloweenIncantationBlack MagicSupernaturalVictorian England

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What is Penny Dreadful (2014) about?

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.

Who stars in Penny Dreadful?

Penny Dreadful stars Eva Green (Vanessa Ives), Josh Hartnett (Ethan Chandler), Timothy Dalton (Sir Malcolm Murray), Harry Treadaway (Dr. Victor Frankenstein), Reeve Carney (Dorian Gray). The series was created by John Logan.

How many seasons does Penny Dreadful have?

Penny Dreadful has 3 seasons. There are 27 episodes in total.

Is Penny Dreadful worth watching?

Penny Dreadful holds an IMDb rating of 8.2/10. Fans of Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama, Mystery are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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