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Exhumed: A History of Zombies

Series Overview

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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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedMiniseries
Original Network
PBS Digital Studios
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 3 Episodes

Air Date Window

2020 – 2020

Premiered: Fri, Oct 16, 2020

Created By
Dr. Emily Zarka

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Fri, Oct 30, 2020

Season 1, Episode 3: “Modern Zombies: The Rebirth of the Undead”

This final episode of our three-part series, brings us to the 21st-century zombie where the monstrous legacy of both the original Haiti zombi and the Romero ghoul play a role in the rebirth of public interest in the zombie. Explore how the effects of new global anxieties like terrorism, bioweapons, global warming and overpopulation have forever solidified the zombie narrative in global society.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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Exhumed: A History of Zombies | Official Preview | PBSOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2020-10-13

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Dr. Emily Zarka

Screenplay & Story

Dr. Emily Zarka

Department Leadership Roster

Dr. Emily Zarka

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-PG

TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-PG

Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

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What is Exhumed: A History of Zombies about?

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.

How many seasons does Exhumed: A History of Zombies have?

Exhumed: A History of Zombies comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Exhumed: A History of Zombies?

Key cast members in Exhumed: A History of Zombies include Dr. Emily Zarka.

Who created or directed Exhumed: A History of Zombies?

Exhumed: A History of Zombies was developed and directed by Dr. Emily Zarka.