Eli Roth's History of Horror (2018)

S01E02 Slashers (1)

In the 1980s, slasher films faced a decline due to their graphic violence, perceived misogynistic themes, and a barrage of sequels that nearly spelled doom for the genre. However, iconic supernatural villains like Chucky and Freddy resurrected the genre, breathing new life into it and steering it away from the brink of extinction.