Snake Man of Appalachia

Snake Man of Appalachia (2012)

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Follow the lives of an extraordinary Appalachian family with deep roots in the serpent-handling tradition. Verlin Short keeps more than 40 deadly rattlesnakes and copperheads for use in religious services. It's a lifestyle not without its sacrifices, for both Verlin and his family.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06Lethal and LegalFeb 16, 2012
S01E05A House DividedFeb 9, 2012
S01E04Driving DenisheaFeb 2, 2012
S01E03HomecomingJan 26, 2012
S01E02Fire on the MountainJan 19, 2012
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Snake Man of Appalachia' premiere?

'Snake Man of Appalachia' premiered on August 16, 2012.

Who is the main character in 'Snake Man of Appalachia'?

The main character in 'Snake Man of Appalachia' is a snake handler named Hank.

Where does 'Snake Man of Appalachia' take place?

'Snake Man of Appalachia' takes place in the Appalachian region of the United States.

What kind of snakes does Hank handle on the show?

Hank handles a variety of snakes on the show, including copperheads, rattlesnakes, and black snakes.

What inspired the creation of 'Snake Man of Appalachia'?

There is no information available on the inspiration behind the creation of 'Snake Man of Appalachia'.

Have there been any major accidents or injuries on the show?

There is no information available on any major accidents or injuries occurring on the show.

What is Hank's background in snake handling?

There is no information available on Hank's background in snake handling.

How are the snakes caught and handled on the show?

The snakes are caught and handled using traditional, non-lethal snake handling techniques.

Who produced 'Snake Man of Appalachia'?

'Snake Man of Appalachia' was produced by Half Yard Productions.

Was 'Snake Man of Appalachia' a popular show during its run?

There is no information available on the popularity of 'Snake Man of Appalachia' during its run.

Did 'Snake Man of Appalachia' have any special episodes or guest appearances?

There is no information available on any special episodes or guest appearances on 'Snake Man of Appalachia'.

Was 'Snake Man of Appalachia' filmed entirely on location?

Yes, 'Snake Man of Appalachia' was filmed entirely on location in the Appalachian region of the United States.

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