Cursed Histories

A gruesome story penned on a centuries-old scroll makes its way across Europe and leaves a trail of misfortune in its wake. A stone-age mummy emerges from the icy alps and unleashes a spell of death for those who dare get too close.

The Hope diamond makes its way across the world, leaving behind a trail of misfortune and death. The remains of William Shakespeare are at the centre of centuries-old rumors suggesting someone stole his skull.

Soviet archaeologists are believed to have unleashed a terrible curse by opening the tomb of Amir Temur in Samarkand. A healer drowns a city in a swamp.

In 1244, over 200 people threw themselves into a pyre at the French castle of Montségur. Circus pioneer P.T. Barnum exploited people - is that why his property went up in flames?

An ancient story leaves a trail of misfortune in its wake. In a ruined city, the souls of the dead cry out at night. A stone-age mummy unleashes a spell of death.