10 History Documentary TV Movie Horror

Haunted Heartland

2026
Brian "Fox" Ellis explores the history behind Central Illinois legends and ghost stories.
Trailer
Gather around the campfire with Storyteller Brian "Fox" Ellis for four Central Illinois legends. From Illinois Wesleyan’s Lady in Red and Peoria State Hospital’s Old Bookbinder to Springdale Cemetery’s Witches Circle and the Cole Hollow Monster, Haunted Heartland explores the history behind the mystery and the real people whose lives inspired stories that still spark our imaginations. TV Special released by PBS Illinois Public Media WTVP.
Release Date
2026-10-20
Status
Released
Original Title
Haunted Heartland
Runtime
30 min
Original Language
EN
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
Illinois Public Media
Overview
Gather around the campfire with Storyteller Brian "Fox" Ellis for four Central Illinois legends. From Illinois Wesleyan’s Lady in Red and Peoria State Hospital’s Old Bookbinder to Springdale Cemetery’s Witches Circle and the Cole Hollow Monster, Haunted Heartland explores the history behind the mystery and the real people whose lives inspired stories that still spark our imaginations. TV Special released by PBS Illinois Public Media WTVP.
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