3.044 minSeason 2 • Episode 6
LatestIn 1922, only one person, Jack Parsons, believed that we could send a rocket into space and conjure a demon. By 1952, he had done both. But all he cared about was the Scarlet Woman he had both summoned, and lost, Marjorie Cameron.
This anthology series brings to life Aaron Mahnke's titular podcast and uncovers the real-life events that spawn our darkest nightmares. Blending reenactments, animation, archive and narration, Lore reveals how our horror legends – such as vampires, werewolves and body snatchers – are rooted in truth.
Production
Mixture of live-action, creepy animation, and archival footage.
Writing
Mahnke's narration makes history feel like whispered secrets.
Creator
Aaron Mahnke
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Mahnke originally recorded Lore in his spare closet; Amazon's budget finally let him hire actors.
The show premiered during peak true-crime podcast mania, capitalizing on audiences who wanted facts with their frights.
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