History
Station:
National Geographic (US)
Status:
Running
Start:
2024-09-29
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This exciting six-part series brings the world of so-called witches and witch-hunters vividly to life using cinematic recreations and testimony from the most respected historians and experts working in the field today. The events surrounding six of the world's worst and most fascinating witch trials are brought thrillingly to life with contemporary interpretation and analysis shedding a fresh light on the reasons for these terrifying deaths and miscarriages of justice. With stories from Germany, Scotland, England, Sweden, the USA and Ireland.
There is no Next Episode of Witches: Truth Behind the Trials planned.
S1E3 - Scotland – The King and The Witches
The terrifying true story of the first major witch trials in Scotland and new expert analysis of King James VI of Scotland's obsession with witchcraft.
Air Date: 03 Oct 2024 20:00 (CDT)
S1E4 - England – The Witchfinders' Cruel Crusade
Two self-appointed witch-hunters investigate and torture so-called witches in exchange for money during the turmoil of England's Civil War.
Air Date: 03 Oct 2024 20:00 (CDT)
S1E5 - Sweden – The Legend of Båkulla
An event in Sweden in the 17th Century creates a hysteria driven by terrified parents convinced witches are abducting their children. The children tell stories of a place where witches took them.
Air Date: 03 Oct 2024 20:00 (CDT)
S1E6 - Ireland – Possessed By The Devil
Cinematic reconstruction, analysis, and expert interviews tell the terrifying tale of demonic possession, witch trials, and punishment in 18th Century Ireland.
Air Date: 03 Oct 2024 20:00 (CDT)