The Tawdry History of Penny Dreadfuls
This tidbit of pop culture from the 19th century changed the landscape of horror.
By
MacKenzie Stuart | Published Jul 14, 2021
- A penny dreadful featuring Spring-heeled Jack.Photo Credit: Public domain via Pinterest
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A promotional still for the 2014 horror drama series 'Penny Dreadful'.
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