Late Night Horror
Late Night Horror

Late Night Horror

1968TV ShowEnded1 SeasonEnglish

A short-lived horror anthology broadcast in the United Kingdom weekly in 1968 from 11 April until 16 May 1968 on the BBC. After complaints that is was not suitable for audiences, the series was pulled, with five of the six episodes believed lost.

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Director: VariousGenres: Horror, Anthology

Plot Summary

Late Night Horror was a British television anthology series that aired sporadically in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Each episode presented a standalone horror story, often featuring supernatural elements, psychological terror, and Gothic atmosphere. The series aimed to deliver chills and suspense through a variety of tales, showcasing different directors and writers.

Critical Reception

As an anthology series with a rotating cast and crew, critical reception was varied and often tied to individual episodes. However, the series as a whole is remembered for its atmospheric tension and its contribution to the genre of television horror during its era. It is often seen as a precursor to later anthology shows.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric and suspenseful storytelling.
  • Appreciated for its variety of horror subgenres within episodes.
  • Often noted for its successful use of low-budget production to create effective scares.

Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for 'Late Night Horror (1968)' is not readily available, as the series predates widespread online review platforms. General audience reception was likely positive among horror fans of the era who appreciated its television format.

Fun Fact

The series was notable for being broadcast on BBC Two, a channel then known for more experimental and artistic programming, which allowed 'Late Night Horror' to explore darker themes than might have been typical for mainstream television at the time.

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