Monstrum

The world is full of monsters, myths, and legends and Monstrum isn’t afraid to take a closer look. The show, hosted by Emily Zarka, Ph.D., takes us on a journey to discover a new monster for each new episode. Monstrum looks at humans unique drive to create and shape monster mythology through oral storytelling, literature and film.

Featured Videos

• Egyptian Mummies: From Sacred Vessels to Scary Undead

  S4 Ep14 | 14m 35s

• Why the Dragon is Central to Chinese Culture

  S4 Ep3 | 9m 32s

• Krampus: Origins of the Yuletide Monster

  S3 Ep15 | 8m 38s

Episodes

• Are Cyborgs Really Monsters?

  S5 Ep4 | 11m 2s

• Unicorns: Magical Icons or Violent Beasts?

  S5 Ep3 | 12m 53s

• How Bloody Mary Turns Fear Into Fun

  S5 Ep2 | 9m 35s

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Specials

• The Werewolf’s Modern Metamorphosis

  Special | 30m 50s

• The Killer Origins of the Werewolf

  Special | 25m 32s

• Modern Zombies: The Rebirth of the Undead

  Special | 16m 58s

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Extras

• Welcome to Monstrum!

  Preview | 48s

• Exhumed: A History of Zombies Preview

  Preview: Special | 30s

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