108: Tragedy On Set: The Omen

In 1976, a chilling horror film hit theaters, introducing the world to Damien, the Antichrist child. But while audiences were terrified on screen, strange and deadly events were unfolding behind the scenes. The Omen didn’t just scare moviegoers, it seemed to haunt its cast and crew in real life.

Was it coincidence? Or did the dark subject matter of Satan, prophecy, and the Antichrist bring real-world consequences? In this episode, we’ll explore the chilling events, behind-the-scenes horror, and the enduring legend of The Omen curse.

Sources:

Cursed Films: The Omen 

The Omen

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https://www.popsugar.com/entertainment/omen-movie-curse-42514085

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https://fiveable.me/key-terms/cognitive-psychology/invisible-gorilla-experiment