Exhumed: A History of Zombies
Documentary

Exhumed: A History of Zombies

In this new one-hour Halloween PBS special, Dr. Emily Zarka will deconstruct some of the most significant moments in zombie popular culture over the last two centuries to reveal what these creatures say about us.

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Created By

Dr. Emily Zarka

Status

Ended

Original Name

Exhumed: A History of Zombies

First Air Date

October 16, 2020

Last Air Date

October 30, 2020

Seasons

1

Episodes

3

Language

English

Production Companies

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Modern Zombies: The Rebirth of the Undead

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