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The Ancient Terror of the Chinese Hopping Corpse, Jiangshi
Season 6
Episode 9
Draped in Qing dynasty robes and sporting fanged teeth, long nails and grasping, outstretched arms, the Chinese hopping corpse, jiangshi, is a variation on the vampire that you won’t soon forget!

6:40
The mythological origins of iconic dragons from Game of Thrones and The Hobbit.

6:04
Rethinking the characterization of Frankenstein's Monster as more sympathetic and soulful.

7:02
Post-Dracula Vampires: From Anne Rice to Twilight

5:51
Meet the Headless Horseman and his terrifying cousin, the Irish Dullahan.

6:07
Legend has it this monster could take down ships and create whirlpools.

5:44
Medusa has inspired art for centuries, whether as a symbol of protection or a monster.

6:12
What do the Sagas of the Icelanders and Game of Thrones have in common?

6:27
Did you know there are two different types of chupacabras?

5:33
The legend of La Llorona, the “weeping woman,” has terrified generations.

6:15
How did Golem become so influential?

7:59
The stories of Martians have changed throughout time. Find out how aliens invaded Earth!

8:32
Explore the symbolic interpretations of the windigo.