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The Best Episodes of Dark Marvels Season 1

Every episode of Dark Marvels Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Dark Marvels Season 1!

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Since the dawn of civilization through modern times, humankind’s capacity for cruelty and darkness has known no bounds. Dark Marvels is a documentary series that explores the history and engineering behind the world’s most diabolical

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Dark Marvels Season 1 Episode 1 - Death Devices
    7.9/10(46 votes)

    #1 - Death Devices

    S1:E1

    The dark origin stories behind some of history’s most notorious methods of execution, from the guillotine to the electric chair.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Dark Marvels Season 1 Episode 2 - Temples of Doom
    7.7/10(38 votes)

    #2 - Temples of Doom

    S1:E2

    The gates are open to some of history's most sinister structures. From the terrifying Tower of London to a hotel of horrors, discover the dark secrets hidden within these foreboding fortresses.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Dark Marvels Season 1 Episode 3 - Treacherous Traps
    8.1/10(37 votes)

    #3 - Treacherous Traps

    S1:E3

    Whether they're used to stop treasure hunters, body snatchers, or wartime enemies, booby traps are diabolical devices just waiting to kill.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Dark Marvels Season 1 Episode 4 - Pain and Punishment
    8.2/10(34 votes)

    #4 - Pain and Punishment

    S1:E4

    The twisted origin stories of some of history's most diabolically creative, and brutal, torture devices; from the "Iron Maiden" to the pear of anguish.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Dark Marvels Season 1 Episode 5 - Blades of Fury
    8.2/10(32 votes)

    #5 - Blades of Fury

    S1:E5

    From the destructive Viking axe, to the sacred but deadly Samurai katana, razor sharp blades wielded by fearsome warriors have spilled blood and forged empires.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Dark Marvels Season 1 Episode 6 - Superweapons of Fear
    8.4/10(29 votes)

    #6 - Superweapons of Fear

    S1:E6

    From the world's largest trebuchet to Nazi super cannons, these are the deadly weapons that rain destruction and spread fear on the battlefield.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Dark Marvels Season 1 Episode 7 - Sinister Spy Weapons
    8.1/10(33 votes)

    #7 - Sinister Spy Weapons

    S1:E7

    An exploration into the dark art of spy-craft, from the frankenkitty to the umbrella gun, reveals the deadliest spy weapons deployed to gather information and assassinate enemies.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Dark Marvels Season 1 Episode 8 - Bloodsports
    8.4/10(26 votes)

    #8 - Bloodsports

    S1:E8

    From ancient times through the modern day, brutal games thrill both players and spectators. Explore the origins of history's deadliest games--from Roman bloodsports to Russian Roulette.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Death Devices" is the best rated episode of "Dark Marvels" season 1. It scored 7.9/10 based on 46 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/10/2023. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Temples of Doom".