Urban Gothic 2000
What is Urban Gothic?
Urban Gothic is a horror anthology television series that aired on Channel 5 for two series between May 2000 and December 2001. The program features a collection of short stories set in London, with each episode utilizing a different stylistic approach.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2000
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 22
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- May 17, 2000
- Last aired
- Dec 28, 2001
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- 5
- Genres
- Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 4.8/10 from 7 votes
- Format
- 2 seasons · 22 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~30 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- 5
How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 22 episodes and an average 30-minute runtime.
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Overview
Urban Gothic is a horror anthology television series that aired on Channel 5 for two series between May 2000 and December 2001. The program features a collection of short stories set in London, with each episode utilizing a different stylistic approach. These formats range from documentary-style independent filmmaking and spoofs to slick dramas comparable in tone to The Twilight Zone or The Outer Limits. Although the series was produced on a low budget and scheduled for a late-night broadcast slot, it successfully developed an audience. The show is structured around an underlying narrative thread that connects the individual stories, which only becomes fully apparent during the final episodes of each series. Following its initial run on Channel 5, the program has been broadcast on the Horror Channel. The series is characterized by its varied presentation styles and its commitment to the horror genre, maintaining a consistent thematic focus throughout its tenure on television.
Should you watch it?
“Anthology of London‑set horror tales linked by a hidden story.”
- Diverse storytelling styles keep each episode fresh
- Underlying mystery rewards binge‑watching
- Inconsistent production values due to low budget
Watch it if you enjoy atmospheric horror anthologies with a slowly revealed overarching plot.
The series features horror themes and occasional intense imagery, suitable for mature audiences.
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Season 1 · 13 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Dead Meat Mytharc May 17, 2000
- E2 Vampirology Core May 24, 2000
- E3 The One Where... Core May 31, 2000
- E4 Sum of the Parts Core Jun 7, 2000
- E5 Deptford Voodoo Core Jun 14, 2000
- E6 Old Nick Core Jun 21, 2000
- E7 Lacuna Core Jul 5, 2000
- E8 Cry Wolf Core Jul 12, 2000
- E9 Be Movie Core Jul 19, 2000
- E10 Pineapple Chunks Core Jul 26, 2000
- E11 The Boy's Club Core Aug 2, 2000
- E12 Turn On Mytharc Aug 9, 2000
- E13 Thirteen Mytharc Aug 16, 2000
Season 2 · 9 episodes
Open the complete Season 2 guide & lore primer →- E1 Sandman Mytharc Oct 22, 2001
- E2 Membrane Core Oct 29, 2001
- E3 Necromance Core Nov 5, 2001
- E4 Eater Core Nov 12, 2001
- E5 Serotonin Wild Core Nov 19, 2001
- E6 The End Core Dec 25, 2001
- E7 Ritual Slaughter Core Nov 26, 2001
- E8 Dollhouse Burns (1) Mytharc Dec 28, 2001
- E9 Dollhouse Burns (2) Mytharc Dec 28, 2001
Frequently asked questions
What type of series is Urban Gothic?
It is a horror anthology series of short stories set in London.
When did it originally air?
It was broadcast on Channel 5 from May 2000 to December 2001 across two series.
Does the show have a continuous storyline?
While each episode stands alone, an underlying story thread becomes clear in the final episodes of each series.
What styles are used in the episodes?
Episodes range from documentary‑style independent film to spoof and slick dramas reminiscent of The Outer Limits or The Twilight Zone.
Has the series been shown again since its original run?
Yes, it has been repeated on the Horror Channel.
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