Penny Dreadful

74
Metascore
2014-2016
3 seasons
Showtime Networks
Drama, Fantasy, Horror
TV-MA

Explorer Sir Malcolm Murray, American gunslinger Ethan Chandler, scientist Victor Frankenstein and medium Vanessa Ives unite to combat supernatural threats in Victorian London.

74
Metascore
2014-2016
3 seasons
Showtime Networks
Drama, Fantasy, Horror
TV-MA

Explorer Sir Malcolm Murray, American gunslinger Ethan Chandler, scientist Victor Frankenstein and medium Vanessa Ives unite to combat supernatural threats in Victorian London.

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