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Masters of Horror S1E12 — Haeckel's Tale
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Masters of Horror•Season 1•Episode 12

Haeckel's Tale

6.1/10 · 3,332 votesJan 27, 200659 min

Ranked #10 of 12 in Season 1•−0.1 vs season avg

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Based on Clive Barker's short story. While on his way to see his sick father, Ernest Haeckel takes shelter with an elderly man and his young wife but soon discovers their horrible secret...

Directed byJohn McNaughton
Written byMick Garris
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Episode Summary

"Haeckel's Tale" is episode 12 of Masters of Horror season 1. It scored 6.1/10 from 3,332 votes, ranking #10 of 12 episodes this season (season average 6.2). Directed by John McNaughton and written by Mick Garris, it aired on January 27, 2006.

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