Myths: Great Mysteries of Humanity S02E05 - Werewolves

Episode Overview

Researchers are delving into a long-standing murder spree from centuries past while also examining recent sightings. Historical court documents and illustrations from the 1700s tell the story of a creature that kills like a beast yet behaves like a human. Could this be a werewolf? Some victims were discovered unclothed, while others were found decapitated. A biotechnologist is exploring whether the brutality of the attacks can reveal the identity of the perpetrator. In Lemgo, historian Dr. Utz Anhalt is looking into a convicted werewolf case, while cryptozoologist Ken Gerhard investigates a reported werewolf encounter in the US, uncovering vivid accounts that shed light on this fearsome legend.