The first episode of Penny Dreadful introduces a dark and mysterious world set in Victorian London, where supernatural forces lurk in the shadows.

The story begins with Sir Malcolm Murray (Timothy Dalton), an explorer searching for his missing daughter, Mina.

He enlists the help of Vanessa Ives (Eva Green), a woman with mysterious psychic abilities, to aid in his quest. Together, they recruit Ethan Chandler (Josh Hartnett), a skilled American sharpshooter with a troubled past, to assist them in a dangerous mission.

Their journey leads them to an underground vampire lair, where they encounter grotesque creatures. In the battle, they manage to kill one of the monsters and take its body to Dr. Victor Frankenstein (Harry Treadaway), a brilliant but eccentric scientist. Frankenstein examines the corpse and makes a shocking discovery—strange hieroglyphs carved into the creature’s skin hint at a larger, more sinister mystery.

Meanwhile, Vanessa struggles with her own dark past and supernatural connection to the forces they are fighting. As the group delves deeper into the unknown, they realize they are up against ancient and terrifying evils, setting the stage for the dark and eerie journey ahead.

With its gothic atmosphere, chilling horror, and compelling characters, “Night Work” establishes Penny Dreadful as a gripping supernatural thriller blending classic literary horror elements with a fresh, suspenseful narrative.