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A creepy modern fantasy that begins as a murder mystery and becomes a dark fantasy adventure filled with action, Irish and Norse folklore, and fae.
At the middle of season one, the world of the Hidden People is revealed, complete with magic and monsters. Come for the creepy mysteries and stay for the fantasy action. Discover the world of the Hidden People.
Created by Dayton Writers Movement.
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The Hidden People - Season 1 Teaser
This creepy modern fantasy starts as a murder mystery and unfolds into a full fantasy world packed with action and adventure. Featuring a large cast, some narration, and many twists and surprises. You may think you have it figured out, but nothing in...
Something Happened
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 1 "Something Happened" Written by Chris Burnside Directed by Chris and Megan BurnsideJoin us for the first episode of The Hidden People. Meet Mackenna Thorne, her family, and her friends. Explore the mystery of...
The Ant Farm
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 2 "The Ant Farm" Written by Cari Zahn Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside Mackenna avoids her responsibilities to hang out with Nissa and Alfie, and together, they make a mysterious new friend. Thomas and Sam...
Official Statements
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 3 "Official Statements" Written by Stephen Kallenberg Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside Sam and her partner Ron bring Mackenna, Thomas, Nissa, and Alfie in for questioning. What they discover points the...
A Game of Thornes
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 4 "A Game of Thornes" Written by Anna Adami Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside Thomas plans his parents' funeral while Mackenna watches old home movies and wonders if she ever really fit into her family. ...
Helvegen
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 5 "Helvegen" Written by Alexa Fett Fisher Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside On the run, Mackenna encounters a voice from her past. Thomas, Nissa, Alfie, and Sam are determined to find her and the reasons...
Sneaky Things
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 6 "Sneaky Things" Written by Stephen Kallenberg Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside Nissa and Alfie decide that if the cops can't solve the murders, they will. If you enjoy The Hidden People, please join us...
Deal
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 7 "Deal" Written by Megan Burnside Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside Thomas encounters the black dogs. Mackenna tries to cope with her feelings and the loss of her parents. If you enjoy The Hidden People,...
Double Rainbow
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 8 "Double Rainbow" Written by Alexa Fett Fisher Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside Thomas struggles through his first birthday without his parents. Strange things continue to happen around Mackenna. If you...
Schrodinger's Murderer
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 9 "Schrodinger's Murderer" Written by Chris Burnside Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside Sam, Ron, Nissa, and Alfie all discover evidence of the killer. The net around Mackenna Thorne begins to close. This is...
Bucket List
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 10 "Bucket List" Written by Chris Burnside Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside Nissa and Alfie close in on evidence. Sam closes in on Mackenna. The killer closes in on Thomas. This is part two of our...
Fetch
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 11 "Fetch" Written by Chris Burnside Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside Finally, the killer reveals herself. And nothing about Mackenna's life--or the show--will ever be the same. This story was never really...
Midseason Announcement
The Hidden People will be back on August 1 with episode 12 of the first season. We will continue to release new episodes every other week until all 22 episodes of the first season have been released. And with your support, we'll be bringing you...
Gestalt Shift
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 12 "Gestalt Shift" Written by Chris Burnside Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside As we enter the second half of season one, Shaylee and her assistant finally give Mackenna all the answers. Who is the...
All in Favor?
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 13 "All in Favor?" Written by Megan Burnside Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside Shaylee and Dane train Mackenna to use her powers. Thomas, Nissa, and Alfie look for answers. If you enjoy The Hidden...
The Morrigna
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 14 "The Morrigna" Written by Alexa Fett Fisher Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside In a hidden cave in England, Mackenna and Shaylee meet the monstrous Black Annis. Nissa and Alfie are given a quest, leading...
Wayward Journeys
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 15 "Wayward Journeys" Written by Stephen Kallenberg Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside Mackenna, Shaylee, Nissa, and Alfie try to complete their quests. But can they trust the Hidden People who gave them...
Two Roads Diverged
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 16 "Two Roads Diverged" Written by Cari Zahn Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside Thomas finds a way to prove that Mackenna is innocent. Nissa and Alfie come face to face with the Magister in the Unseelie...
Chirality
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 17 "Chirality" Written by Chris Burnside Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside It's Mackenna's birthday. And when the Fetch answers Mackenna's phone, it prompts her to remember her last birthday...in Arcadia. ...
Share a Whisper
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 18 "Share a Whisper" Written by Daniel Scott Bokemper Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside In order to find a way into Arcadia to save Nissa and Alfie, Mackenna and Shaylee need to return to Black Annis. Their...
The Scorpion and the Frog
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 19 "The Scorpion and the Frog" Written by Stephen Kallenberg and Alexa Fett Fisher and Chris Burnside Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside Mackenna confronts the Magister. Ron makes a breakthrough in the...
Blood on My Hands
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 20 "Blood on My Hands" Written by Chris Burnside Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside The gang works to free Mackenna. Shaylee's past is revealed. If you enjoy The Hidden People, please join us at...
Dreams are Fragile Things
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 21 "Dreams are Fragile Things" Written by Chris Burnside Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside Mackenna and Shaylee bond. The others are determined to help them. The final battle looms. If you enjoy The...
The Only Good Thing
DWM presents The Hidden People, episode 22 "The Only Good Thing" Written by Chris Burnside Directed by Chris and Megan Burnside In the season finale, Mackenna and the other finally finish things. Many questions are answered. A new chapter begins....
Commentary 1.01
Welcome to the commentary episode for season 1, episode 1 of The Hidden People! Join our cast and crew as we discuss the making of the very first episode of the show. We talk about our process, how shows like ours are made, behind-the-scenes secrets,...
1.11 Music and Sound Dissection
Katie Seaton, our brilliant composer and sound designer, did a deep dive into her work on some big scenes from episode 1.11, "Fetch." This is her step-by-step dissection of the music and sounds that make up one of our biggest and most intense...
Season One Recap
The Hidden People returns with season two on May 14! Refresh your memory with this short recap (or relisten to season one), and get ready for more magic, monsters, and modern fantasy in the upcoming twenty-two episode season. If you enjoy The Hidden...
Customs
The Hidden People season 2 will resume on December 31, 2020. In the meantime, enjoy this standalone horror show co-created by Dayton Writers Movement. Customs How To Play the Elevator Game: Enter the elevator alone. Proceed to the fourth floor.3....
New show: Catharsis
Dayton Writers Movement, the creators of The Hidden People, have released a new limited series: Catharsis. All six episodes of this powerful and emotional drama about grief are available now, and we are happy to present the first episode here....