Back in the 1980s, many people believed that a sinister influence was affecting children. This period was known as the “Satanic Panic.” While it’s a topic of humour today, it has also inspired some recent TV shows such as Stranger Things season 4 and horror films like The House of the Devil. This eerie influence is set to continue with the new Peacock TV series Hysteria!
This upcoming show will not only explore the strange phenomenon from the Reagan era; but will also honour the classic ’80s horror films. If you are eager to learn more about the show and its release date, we suggest you give this post a read.
When Is Hysteria! Releasing?
For those eagerly waiting for Hysteria!, we have good news. Peacock has set a release date for the show. According to the announcement made by the streaming service, the series will premiere on 18th October 2024, with all eight episodes available on the streaming platform.
On the same day, the series premiere will also air on Syfy and USA Network. USA Network will continue to air the show with one episode per week.
The story is set in the late 1980s during the Satanic Panic, in a suburban town where the varsity quarterback disappears mysteriously. A struggling high school heavy metal band of outcasts sees an opportunity to exploit the town’s obsession with the occult by branding themselves as a satanic metal band. However, things take a dark turn when a string of bizarre kidnappings, and murders start happening, leading to a witch hunt.
The show is written and executive produced by David A. Goodman and Matthew Scott Kaine. Now that the release date is out, fans should mark their calendars and renew their subscription.
What To Expect In Hysteria!?
According to the show’s creators, Hysteria! explores the generational fear that kids are up to no good when left alone. The show captures the excitement of being young, rebellious, and full of dreams, while also showing the scary reality of growing up and realizing that the world has changed. The creators hope that both parents and their kids enjoy the spooky moments together.
Based on the official synopsis, the story follows a high school heavy metal band during the Satanic Panic of the late 1980s. When a popular varsity quarterback goes missing, the band decides to take advantage of the town’s sudden interest in the occult by labelling themselves as a Satanic metal band.
But when strange kidnappings, murders, and reports of supernatural activity start happening, a witch hunt begins, and the band finds themselves at the centre of it.
Who Is Cast In Hysteria!?
The names of the actors appearing in Hysteria! have already been revealed. However, we are yet to know the characters they are playing.
Here is the cast of Hysteria!:
- Anna Camp
- Emjay Anthony
- Chiara Aurelia
- Kezia Curtis
- Nikki Hahn
- Bruce Campbell
- Garret Dillahunt
- Nolan North
- Elijah Richardson
- Milly Shapiro
- Allison Scagliotti
- Jessica Treska
