And despite their supposed mission to spread joy and laughter, the very existence of coulrophobia – the fear of clowns – speaks volumes. This isn't a rare or obscure phobia; it's surprisingly common, ...

So when did they get so spooky? Cinematic clowns have a reputation for being scary, and might just leave you with a touch of coulrophobia, the fear of clowns. Clowns have existed way before the ...