Garth Marenghi's Darkplace

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Status:
Ended
Season 1:
Ended on March 04, 2004
Watched: 0%
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Season: 1
# Air Date Episode Name Watched?
E1 Jan 29, 2004 Once Upon a Beginning
E2 Feb 05, 2004 Hell Hath Fury
E3 Feb 12, 2004 Skipper the Eyechild
E4 Feb 19, 2004 The Apes of Wrath
E5 Feb 26, 2004 Scotch Mist
E6 Mar 04, 2004 The Creeping Moss From the Shores of Shuggoth
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Step into the bizarre world of Garth Marenghi's Darkplace, a cult British comedy that brilliantly parodies terrible 1980s horror shows. The series is presented as a "lost classic" from the fictional horror author Garth Marenghi, set in a hospital built over the gates of Hell. Marenghi himself stars as Dr. Rick Dagless M.D., a maverick doctor battling supernatural forces, shoddy administration, and his own massive ego. Famous for its intentionally bad acting, cheap special effects, and hilariously absurd dialogue, the show is a masterpiece of awful filmmaking. Each episode is framed with modern-day interviews with the "creators," adding another layer of comedy. You can stream this unique parody on Channel 4. The series has ended, but sign up for a reminder just in case it returns.
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Garth Marenghi’s Darkplace is a British comedy-horror TV show that originally aired on Channel 4. The series is presented as a lost classic from the 1980s, created by fictional horror writer Garth Marenghi. The show follows the bizarre events at Darkplace Hospital, where supernatural occurrences are common and the staff must deal with strange monsters and odd happenings. It parodies low-budget television shows with intentionally poor acting, cheesy special effects, and over-the-top dialogue. The humor comes from its self-awareness and deliberate flaws, making it a cult favorite among fans of surreal comedy. Although Garth Marenghi’s Darkplace has ended, but sign up for a reminder just in case it returns to screens in the future or inspires similar hilarious projects elsewhere.
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Network:
Channel 4
Seasons:
1
Years:
2004 - 2004
Genre:
Science Fiction, Horror, Fantasy, Comedy
Country:
United Kingdom
Language:
English
Rating:
TV-14
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