
Season 1
Episodes

1. Death Devices
2023-07-10
The dark origin stories behind some of history’s most notorious methods of execution, from the guillotine to the electric chair.

2. Temples of Doom
2023-07-17
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.

3. Treacherous Traps
2023-07-24
Whether they're used to stop treasure hunters, body snatchers, or wartime enemies, booby traps are diabolical devices just waiting to kill.

4. Pain and Punishment
2023-07-31
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.

5. Blades of Fury
2023-08-07
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.

6. Superweapons of Fear
2023-08-14
From the world's largest trebuchet to Nazi super cannons, these are the deadly weapons that rain destruction and spread fear on the battlefield.

7. Sinister Spy Weapons
2023-08-21
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.

8. Bloodsports
2023-08-21
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.