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The Best Episodes of Behind the Monsters

Every episode of Behind the Monsters ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Behind the Monsters!

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A docu-series exploring how Chucky, Michael Myers, Pinhead and more came to be icons of the horror genre.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Behind the Monsters Season 1 Episode 5 - Jason Voorhees
    8.1/10(43 votes)

    #1 - Jason Voorhees

    S1:E5

    A look at the accidental creation of a machete-wielding avatar of conservative 1980s morality - one that, absent a new entry, a fiercely loyal fan base has taken to resurrecting on their own.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Behind the Monsters Season 1 Episode 1 - Michael Myers
    8.0/10(55 votes)

    #2 - Michael Myers

    S1:E1

    A cheap film shot in 21 days changed the landscape of horror, made several careers, and gave one actress an iconic role that she’s tweaking 42 years later.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Behind the Monsters Season 1 Episode 4 - Freddy
    7.8/10(42 votes)

    #3 - Freddy

    S1:E4

    Perhaps the most recognizable horror icon, Freddy Krueger's one-liners and merchandise has proven to be enjoyed by horror and non-horror fans alike.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Behind the Monsters Season 1 Episode 2 - Candyman
    7.5/10(52 votes)

    #4 - Candyman

    S1:E2

    The genre's first black slasher showed up in 1992, rich with subtext about racial tensions in American history. In 2021, he's coming back - and is perhaps the most relevant horror icon imaginable.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Behind the Monsters Season 1 Episode 3 - Chucky
    7.5/10(44 votes)

    #5 - Chucky

    S1:E3

    What started as a nasty spin on 80s consumerism flourished over three decades into an unlikely progressive horror property that refuses to get back on the shelf.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Behind the Monsters Season 1 Episode 6 - Pinhead
    7.5/10(35 votes)

    #6 - Pinhead

    S1:E6

    Emerging from a low budget independent film, this character who was simply called "Lead Cenobite" would become the undeniable symbol of pleasure and pain and the icon of the "Hellraiser" franchise.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Jason Voorhees" is the best rated episode of "Behind the Monsters". It scored 8.1/10 based on 43 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/24/2021. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Michael Myers".