Ep 11. Madhouse - Marshall, Missouri

Amy Allan and Steve DiSchiavi travel to Marshall, Missouri to investigate claims of paranormal activity at a former psychiatric hospital turned haunted attraction known as The Madhouse. The owners of the attraction have reported hearing unexplained voices and footsteps, seeing shadow figures, and experiencing physical attacks.

As Amy conducts her walk-through of the property, she immediately senses a dark, malevolent energy, leading her to believe that the land on which The Madhouse was built has a long history of tragedy and death. She also picks up on the presence of a spirit who appears to be trapped and unable to move on.

Meanwhile, Steve delves into the history of the property and discovers that it was once the site of a Civil War-era prison camp where thousands of Confederate soldiers were held captive, many of whom died from disease and starvation. He also learns that the hospital that later occupied the site was notorious for its mistreatment of patients, many of whom were subjected to electric shock therapy and lobotomies.

As the investigation continues, Amy is confronted by a malevolent entity that seeks to harm her, leaving her visibly shaken. Steve uncovers evidence to support the theory that the dark energy that permeates the property is causing visitors to The Madhouse to become possessed by spirits of former patients.

The team ultimately determines that the land itself is cursed, and the spirits of those who suffered and died there are trapped in a never-ending cycle of torment and pain. They advise the owners of The Madhouse to cease operations and take steps to cleanse the property of negative energy before attempting to reopen.

This episode of The Dead Files explores the tragic history of a haunted attraction and the toll it takes on both the living and the dead. Amy and Steve's investigation sheds light on the often-overlooked horrors that occurred within the walls of psychiatric hospitals and the lasting impact they can have on those who visit them.