Museum Men Season 1 Episode 7
Museum Men
Season 1

Ep 7. Medieval Torture Devices

  • TV-PG
  • January 10, 2015
  • 42 min
  • 8.4  (5)

Museum Men season 1 episode 7, titled "Medieval Torture Devices," takes a deep dive into the history and construction of some of the most disturbing torture devices used during the medieval times. The show follows the team of restoration experts, including charismatic leader and master builder, Don Wildman, as they work to recreate some of the most notorious torture devices in history - and all of this for the sake of educating people in modern times.

The episode starts with the team of experts heading to the Torture Museum in Amsterdam to take a close look at the exhibits and learn as much as they can about medieval torture devices. The museum is filled with dozens of different torture devices - from the infamous Iron Maiden to the Judas Cradle to the Head Crusher - each designed to inflict unimaginable pain and punishment.

As the team studies these historical artifacts, they begin to plan and design their own replicas of these torture devices, using only the same materials, methods, and tools that were used in the medieval times. This means that they'll be working with metal, leather, wood, and other materials that were commonly used in the past, while also being careful to remain as historically accurate as possible.

One of the most challenging devices that the team chooses to replicate is the Star Chamber - an incredibly painful and physically exhausting torture device that involved a person's arms and legs being stretched in opposite directions using a series of ropes and pulleys. To make the device as authentic as possible, the team turns to a medieval scholar who helps them to understand the intricacies of the device's construction and the specific techniques used by torturers.

As the team begins to build the torture devices, they run into a number of challenges and setbacks. For example, when trying to build the Judas Cradle, a device that involved a person being slowly lowered onto a sharp pyramid, they realize that the materials they are using are too weak to support the weight of a human body. Similarly, when working on the Head Crusher, they realize that the metal they are using is too hardened to manipulate in the way that they need.

Despite these challenges, the team perseveres and manages to complete several intricate replicas of the torture devices. They then take their creations to a local Renaissance fair, where they showcase the devices to an eager and curious crowd. The team explains how each device works, its history, and how it was used to inflict pain and punishment in medieval times.

As the episode comes to a close, the team reflects on the experience of building these torture devices and what it taught them about the cruel nature of humanity. While these devices may seem barbaric and primitive by today's standards, they serve as a reminder of how brutal humans can be to one another and how important it is to educate ourselves on the often-dark history of our species.

Overall, Museum Men season 1 episode 7 is a fascinating and at times disturbing look into the world of medieval torture devices. The show is expertly produced and takes a serious, educational approach to its subject matter. While it may not be for everyone, those interested in history, archaeology, or just the macabre will find plenty to appreciate in this episode.

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  • First Aired
    January 10, 2015
  • Content Rating
    TV-PG
  • Runtime
    42 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    8.4  (5)