Dark Marvels

2023

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EP1 Death Devices Jul 10, 2023

The dark origin stories behind some of history’s most notorious methods of execution, from the guillotine to the electric chair.

EP2 Temples of Doom Jul 17, 2023

The gates are open to some of history's most sinister structures. From the terrifying Tower of London to a hotel of horrors, discover the dark secrets hidden within these foreboding fortresses.

EP3 Treacherous Traps Jul 24, 2023

Whether they're used to stop treasure hunters, body snatchers, or wartime enemies, booby traps are diabolical devices just waiting to kill.

EP4 Pain and Punishment Jul 31, 2023

The twisted origin stories of some of history's most diabolically creative, and brutal, torture devices; from the "Iron Maiden" to the pear of anguish.

EP5 Blades of Fury Aug 07, 2023

From the destructive Viking axe, to the sacred but deadly Samurai katana, razor sharp blades wielded by fearsome warriors have spilled blood and forged empires.

EP6 Superweapons of Fear Aug 14, 2023

From the world's largest trebuchet to Nazi super cannons, these are the deadly weapons that rain destruction and spread fear on the battlefield.

EP7 Sinister Spy Weapons Aug 21, 2023

An exploration into the dark art of spy-craft, from the frankenkitty to the umbrella gun, reveals the deadliest spy weapons deployed to gather information and assassinate enemies.

EP8 Bloodsports Aug 21, 2023

From ancient times through the modern day, brutal games thrill both players and spectators. Explore the origins of history's deadliest games--from Roman bloodsports to Russian Roulette.
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Official Website: https://www.history.com/shows/dark-marvels
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Since the dawn of civilization through modern times, humankind’s capacity for cruelty and darkness has known no bounds. Dark Marvels is a documentary series that explores the history and engineering behind the world’s most diabolical inventions. From devious torture and death devices, to terrifying weapons of war, sinister spy tools, and games that kill, these are the fascinating origin stories of the innovations that emerged from the darkest recesses of the most wicked minds. Compelling expert interviews, evocative recreations, archival footage, and premium 3D graphics unpack the twisted tales behind these nefarious technologies, their creators, and the historical figures who succumbed to their lethality. It’s a heart-pounding probe into evil ingenuity, that shows the darkest marvel of all is the human imagination.

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