Annabelle: From Raggedy‑Ann Doll to Hollywood Horror Icon

The History of Halloween Podcast · Oct 8, 2026 · 16m

This episode traces how a dusty Connecticut attic toy became a global cinematic monster, examining the transformation from a local ghost story into a mass‑market franchise. We look at the marketing choices that reshaped its image, the role of the Warrens and skeptics, and what the tale reveals about folklore’s fluidity in the age of media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices