In the 1980s, a wave of fearful suspicion that a devilish influence was infecting children across the country began to spread, which eventually came to be known as the “Satanic Panic.” These days, this trend is more often referenced in jest, but has also served as a source of inspiration as of late for some great horror movies — such as Ti West’s The House of the Devil — and horror TV shows, like Season 4 of Stranger Things, most notably. Its influence will continue with the premiere of Hysteria!
This upcoming Peacock TV show will not only be the latest modern series to comment on that bizarre, Reagan-era phenomenon, but also appears to be paying tribute to classic horror movies of the ‘80s, especially with the casting of one of the decade's most beloved horror movie icons in a major role. So, what exactly is the plot of Hysteria!, who all can we expect to see in the cast, and who is running the show? We reveal all that we know so far about the thriller below.
