Article 25 in our 30-part series. HBO’s three-part true-crime documentary The Pet Cemetery Murders: A Ghost Story is scheduled to air on three consecutive Sundays: October 11, 18 and 25, 2026. HBO’s published episode information lists a 9 p.m. ET/PT start for each episode, with runtimes of approximately 46, 43 and 53 minutes. Streaming availability and local start times can vary by territory and service, so check the HBO or HBO Max listing in your region before watching.
At a glance: October 11–25 episode schedule
| Episode | Premiere date | Announced time | Approx. runtime |
|---|---|---|---|
| Episode 1 | Sunday, October 11, 2026 | 9:00–9:46 p.m. ET/PT | 46 minutes |
| Episode 2 | Sunday, October 18, 2026 | 9:00–9:43 p.m. ET/PT | 43 minutes |
| Episode 3 | Sunday, October 25, 2026 | 9:00–9:53 p.m. ET/PT | 53 minutes |
These times and episode descriptions come from HBO’s series announcement reproduced by BroadwayWorld. Runtime listings can differ slightly across television guides and streaming interfaces; the official platform listing should take precedence if it changes.
Episode 1 — Sunday, October 11
The premiere introduces the 1985 killing of Dorothy Lou Thompson, who owned Azalea Original Pet Cemetery in Toca, St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana. A decades-old cold case gains new momentum after a startling account leads investigators toward fresh lines of inquiry. The announced window is 9:00–9:46 p.m. ET/PT.
Episode 2 — Sunday, October 18
The second installment follows detectives as they make progress and an unlikely witness comes forward with a troubling admission. HBO’s announced episode window is 9:00–9:43 p.m. ET/PT. Because this is a true-crime series, details in the episode may revisit disturbing events and witness statements; the paranormal elements should be understood as reported claims, not independently established fact.
Episode 3 — Sunday, October 25
The finale broadens the story beyond the homicide itself, examining a history of violence and buried secrets uncovered as the case was revisited. The announced window is 9:00–9:53 p.m. ET/PT. The official synopsis says the murder is solved, but viewers should avoid treating promotional descriptions as a substitute for the documentary’s evidence or the underlying legal record.
Watch the official trailer before premiere night
Use the official HBO trailer for a preview of the series. It is promotional material, not a full presentation of the case evidence.
How to watch
In the United States, the series is announced for HBO and HBO Max. Open the app or your TV provider’s schedule and search the exact title, The Pet Cemetery Murders: A Ghost Story. If you are watching outside the United States, do not assume the same service, calendar date or local time applies: check your regional streaming catalogue and local listings.
Frequently asked questions
What are the release dates?
The announced U.S. schedule is October 11, October 18 and October 25, 2026, with one episode each Sunday.
What time do episodes premiere?
HBO’s announcement lists a 9 p.m. ET/PT start. Local streaming times can differ by region and platform.
How long is each episode?
The announced windows indicate approximately 46 minutes for Episode 1, 43 minutes for Episode 2 and 53 minutes for Episode 3.
Is this a fictional horror series?
No. It is a documentary about a real Louisiana homicide case. Some witness accounts involve a ghost, but those claims are not independent proof of a paranormal event.
Where can I verify the schedule?
Start with the Warner Bros. Discovery October programming page and the episode-by-episode announcement. Recheck the HBO/HBO Max app close to airtime for changes.
Sources
- Warner Bros. Discovery — October programming
- BroadwayWorld — episode dates, times, descriptions and credits
- TV Insider — series guide and listings
- WVUE/FOX 8 — Nodier sentencing coverage
- Autopsy of Architecture — cemetery history and photographs
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