Peacock Unveils Premiere Date, First Look Photos & Teaser for ‘Hysteria!’

Written by John Edward Betancourt

HYSTERIA! -- "The Satanic Panic" Episode 101 -- Pictured: Julie Bowen as Linda Campbell -- (Photo by: PEACOCK)

There was a time, not that long ago, where summer harbored zero elements of horror. For that was reserved for the fall, and summer was all about the outdoors and just enjoying time under the sun. But as horror continues to cement itself as a true mainstream staple, courtesy of an incredible demand for scary stories… that’s all changed. For now, studios and networks release horror stories during the summer if it fits the time period properly, and they do indeed announce upcoming scary stories in the middle of the summer, as evidenced by what Peacock is doing this year. 
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For the streamer announced a bevy of details about its upcoming horror series, Teacup, at San Diego Comic Con and earlier today, it released a multitude of ghoulish gifts. For Peacock unveiled the premiere date, some first look photos and an epic teaser for its upcoming horror series, Hysteria! A unique story set in the 1980s that explores some fears that haven’t left us in modern America, and it boasts a stunning cast, one that includes genre legend Bruce Campbell and TV mega star Julie Bowen and well, that’s plenty of reason to be excited for spooky season and a fine reminder of how popular horror has become, and now… is your chance to get a sampling of Hysteria!

For Peacock was kind enough to send over everything they have on the show, including the teaser and photos in question, and we are going to share that with you now as we begin the countdown to another horrific delight that will further enhance what’s shaping up to be, one epic spooky season.  

A NOTE FROM MATTHEW SCOTT KANE AND DAVID A. GOODMAN
(EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS/WRITERS)
 
“What are those kids up to? Whatever it is, it can’t be good.”

That fear haunts every generation. Children of the Atomic Age went on to terrifying their families by turning on, tuning in and dropping out in the sixties. Those same “free spirits” went on to vote for Reagan and called for censorship of the “obscene” and “satanic” heavy metal bands their own kids worshiped. Now, those kids are adults who rail against pronouns, TikTok, and a movie about Barbie. The cycle doesn’t end. And it’s hard to escape the feeling that someone, or something, is sitting by watching it all, and laughing.

Hysteria! is about both sides of that generational fear. It’s about the thrills of being young, rebellious in spirit and aspirational at heart – and the horrors of growing up and realizing that the world you thought you knew has shifted beneath your feet. 

Our hope is that parents and children (of the appropriate age, of course) can enjoy the chills, the laughs, the music, and the heart of Hysteria! together. Growing up is scary. So is parenting.
 
ABOUT HYSTERIA!
 
When a beloved varsity quarterback disappears during the “Satanic Panic” of the late 1980s, a struggling high school heavy metal band of outcasts realize they can capitalize on the town’s sudden interest in the occult by building a reputation as a Satanic metal band, until a bizarre series of murders, kidnappings, and reported “supernatural activity” triggers a leather-studded witch hunt that leads directly back to them.

ABOUT THE SERIES
Premiere Date: October 18, 2024 (Binge)
Writers / Executive Producers: Matthew Scott Kane (Stitchers) and David A. Goodman (The Orville) 
Executive Producers: John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein (Dungeons & Dragons, Game Night); Chris Bender and Jake Weiner for Good Fear Content (My Spy, Mulan, Under the Silver Lake)  
Supervising Producer: Scott Stoops for Good Fear 
Director (101 & 108) / Executive Producer: Jordan Vogt-Roberts (The Kings of Summer, Kong: Skull Island) 
Series Regulars: Julie Bowen, Anna Camp, Emjay Anthony, Chiara Aurelia, Kezii Curtis and Nikki Hahn 
Recurring Guest Stars: Bruce Campbell, Garret Dillahunt, Nolan North, Elijah Richardson, Milly Shapiro, Allison Scagliotti and Jessica Treska
Studio: UCP, a division of Universal Studio Group    
Format: Drama Series, 8 x 60 minutes Episodes

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First Look Photos

Teaser