In Search of Edgar Allan Poe

Name: In Search of Edgar Allan Poe
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2024-05-08
Cast: Paul Synowiec, Stephen T. Shore

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Documentary

Creator:Andrew D. Kaplan

This documentary tells the poignant story of the poet, short story writer, and critic Edgar Allan Poe. It recounts how he invented the detective story, pioneered science fiction, and shaped the horror tale yet was beset by personal demons.

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StatusReturning Series

First AiredMay 8, 2024

Last AiredMay 8, 2024

Seasons1

Episodes2

TypeScripted

Origin CountryUnited States

Original LanguageEnglish

Last Episode

S1 E2 • 5/8/2024

Part 2

Poe's young wife suffers a fatal disease, compelling him to write "Masque of the Red Death" and "The Raven." He pioneers science fiction, and pens a cosmic prose poem, but dies tragically at 40. This part examines Poe's final days and impact on later writers.