Penny Dreadful

‘Penny Dreadful’, the gothic horror television series created by John Logan, is a rich tapestry of dark themes, complex characters, and intricate storytelling. Drawing heavily from classic literature, particularly works like ‘Dracula,’ ‘Frankenstein,’ ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’ and ‘Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde,’ the show weaves together a narrative that pays homage to these timeless tales while offering a fresh and captivating interpretation. Let's delve into the depths of ‘Penny Dreadful’ and explore its references to these literary masterpieces.

Penny Dreadful, a Victorian horror romp through London's underbelly, threw a monstrous curveball at fans of classic horror. This show, inspired by the lurid penny dreadful pamphlets of the era, featured a mashup of iconic characters – Frankenstein, Dorian Gray and Dracula, just to name a few. Season 3 added Dr. Henry Jekyll (played by Shazad Latif) to the creepy crew, but this Jekyll wasn't quite the Hyde-y fellow audiences expected.

The Victorian society in the mid-19th century witnessed the rise of the Penny Dreadful as they grappled with rapid industrialization...

‘Penny Dreadful’ stands as a captivating tapestry where threads of religion, mythology and folklore intertwine to create a rich and immersive