Witches of Salem

Name: Witches of Salem
Genre: History
Released: 2023-03-13

Network:Sky History

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Aired on Apr 3, 2023, 8:00 PM

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Description

Witches of Salem unravels the hysteria that unfolded during the Salem witch trials and led to the execution of 20 women in an affluent New England community.This docu-drama is a real-life horror story with young teenage girls tragically accused and convicted by the shadowy adults lurking in the background. The series draws on extensive historical documents and court records to bring this drama to life. Narrated by Mark Strong.

Details

Status: Running
Language: English
Runtime: 60 min
Premiered: March 13, 2023
Schedule: Monday at 9:00 PM

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Episodes (1 Season · 4 Episodes)

Satan Comes to Salem

Mark Strong narrates a real-life horror story, with young teenage girls tragically accused and convicted by the shadowy adults lurking in the background. The series draws on extensive historical documents and court records to bring this drama to life.

Mar 13, 2023

60 min

The Road to Hell

How paranoia regarding the suprnatural reached fever pitch as the demonic conspiracy terrorising Salem village grew, leaving no one safe. Boston jail filled with suspected witches and those accused faced execution if found guilty.

Mar 20, 2023

60 min

Lust for Blood

The Salem witch trials began with the case against Bridget Bishop, who is quickly found guilty and sentenced to death by hanging. Her death was not enough to quell the hysteria, and five more women were tried and executed within a month. Narrated by Mark Strong

Mar 27, 2023

60 min

Pray for Mercy

A look at how the trials were suddenly halted when the Massachusetts elite were accused of witchcraft and as the prisoners were freed, Salem had to deal with the aftermath.

Apr 3, 2023

60 min