Rod Serling

Rod Serling

Born: December 25, 1924
Died: June 28, 1975
in Syracuse, New York, USA
Rodman Edward Serling (Rod Serling) (December 25, 1924 – June 28, 1975) was an American screenwriter, playwright, television producer, and narrator known for his live television dramas of the 1950s and his anthology television series, The Twilight Zone. Serling was active in politics, both on and off the screen, and helped form television industry standards. He was known as the "angry young man" of Hollywood, clashing with television executives and sponsors over a wide range of issues including censorship, racism, and war.

Movies for Rod Serling...

Tales of the Uncanny
Title: Tales of the Uncanny
Character: Self (archive footage)
Released: October 31, 2020
Type: Movie
A detailed look at the history of horror anthology films.
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The Twilight Zone: A 60th Anniversary Celebration
Title: The Twilight Zone: A 60th Anniversary Celebration
Character: Narrator (archive sound)
Released: November 14, 2019
Type: Movie
Six episodes of the original series, restored and on the big screen for the first time, and a special retrospective documentary encompass this Fathom Event.
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The Twilight Zone 60th: Remembering Rod Serling
Title: The Twilight Zone 60th: Remembering Rod Serling
Character: Self
Released: November 14, 2019
Type: Movie
Celebrating 60 years of the landmark television series, this all-new documentary takes viewers on a journey into the fertile imagination and the life of creator Rod Serling. This insightful chronicle provides viewers with a closer look at the life experiences that inspired Serling's unique blend of thought-provoking and visionary storytelling -- from his experiences as a paratrooper in world war 2, to his early writing days in live television, and ultimately the creation of the classic Twilight Zone series. Friends, collaborators, and members of the Serling family share details on the man whose fertile imagination provided the foundation for this groundbreaking and influential storytelling phenomenon that has inspired audiences across the globe for nearly six decades.
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Mike Wallace Is Here
Title: Mike Wallace Is Here
Character: Self (archive footage)
Released: July 26, 2019
Type: Movie
For over half a century, 60 Minutes' fearsome newsman Mike Wallace went head-to-head with the world's most influential figures. Relying exclusively on archival footage, the film interrogates the interrogator, tracking Wallace's storied career and troubled personal life while unpacking how broadcast journalism evolved to today’s precarious tipping point.
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The Twilight Zone Christmas Classics
Title: The Twilight Zone Christmas Classics
Character: Self
Released: October 7, 2014
Type: Movie
The Christmas Fantasy "Night of the Meek" starring Art Carney as a drunken department-store Santa who experiences quite an epiphany on Christmas Eve. And “Five Characters in search of an exit”.
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Charles Beaumont: The Short Life of Twilight Zone's Magic Man
Title: Charles Beaumont: The Short Life of Twilight Zone's Magic Man
Character: Self (archive footage)
Released: March 27, 2010
Type: Movie
A documentary about one of the most influential science fiction writers of the 1950s and 1960s. Charles Beaumont was responsible for penning some of the most memorable Twilight Zone episodes before his untimely death at age 38.
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Rod Serling: Submitted for Your Approval
Title: Rod Serling: Submitted for Your Approval
Character: Self (Archive Footage)
Released: November 29, 1995
Type: Movie
The life and career of the renowned television writer and creator of the classic science fiction series, "The Twilight Zone."
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The Exiles
Title: The Exiles
Character: Self
Released: September 24, 1989
Type: Movie
A chronicle of the rescue of oppressed intellectuals and artists from Europe before the outbreak of World War II. It studies the cultural and intellectual impact of this emigre population on American life.
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Horrible Horror
Title: Horrible Horror
Character: Self in 'Twilight Zone'
Released: January 1, 1986
Type: Movie
A collection of trailers and previews from various low-budget horror films of the '50s and '60s.
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UFOs: It Has Begun
Title: UFOs: It Has Begun
Released: January 1, 1979
Type: Movie
A documentary exploring the existence of UFOs and extra-terrestrial beings. Hosted by the LEGENDARY Rod Serling. This was considered his "coming out the closet" in regards to his deep belief in UFOs just before his death from cancer.
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The Legendary Curse of the Hope Diamond
Title: The Legendary Curse of the Hope Diamond
Character: Narrator
Released: March 27, 1975
Type: Movie
The curse of the legendary blue Hope Diamond on all its owners is dramatized from the gem's discovery in 17th Century India until its donation to the Smithsonian Institute.
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The Outer Space Connection
Title: The Outer Space Connection
Character: Narrator
Released: February 1, 1975
Type: Movie
This documentary examines the speculation that aliens have visited Earth in ancient times, and built structures to which they will return at a future date.
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Phantom of the Paradise
Title: Phantom of the Paradise
Character: Introductory Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
Released: October 31, 1974
Type: Movie
An evil record tycoon is haunted and taunted by the disfigured composer Winslow Leach, whom he once wronged.
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UFOs: Past, Present, and Future
Title: UFOs: Past, Present, and Future
Character: Narrator
Released: June 1, 1974
Type: Movie
A documentary about unidentified flying objects (UFOs).
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In Search of Ancient Mysteries
Title: In Search of Ancient Mysteries
Character: Narrator
Released: January 31, 1974
Type: Movie
An examination of mysteries of the ancient world and their connection to the possibility that aliens visited Earth.
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The Alcoholism Film
Title: The Alcoholism Film
Character: Self
Released: January 1, 1974
Type: Movie
Hosted by Rod Serling, this color public service film was meant to spread awareness of the symptoms, signs, psychological roots, and dangers of alcoholism.
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Deadly Fathoms
Title: Deadly Fathoms
Character: Narrator
Released: May 3, 1973
Type: Movie
Rod Serling narrates a look at the consequences of the 1946 atomic testing at Bikini Atoll in the Marshall Islands. Dubbed "Operation Crossroads," the tests included dozens of blasts that sunk a fleet of nearby warships. Serling's narration follows a team of expert divers as they navigate the derelict warships. Serling's expert narration combines with the otherwordly imagery to create a very interesting experience.
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In Search of Ancient Astronauts
Title: In Search of Ancient Astronauts
Character: Narrator
Released: January 5, 1973
Type: Movie
An edited version of the 1970 German documentary "Erinnerungen an die Zukunft" (Chariots of the Gods), this examines the theory that aliens have landed on Earth in ancient times and were responsible for many of mankind's oldest mysteries.
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Encounter with the Unknown
Title: Encounter with the Unknown
Character: Narrator (voice)
Released: November 15, 1972
Type: Movie
Three eerie tales based on actual events are enacted in this film. First, three college students play a prank on a geeky classmate, who is accidentally shot and killed. His vengeful mother forecasts the deaths of the three young men she holds responsible, on 7, 14, and 21 days hence. And, one by one, her grim predictions come true. Next, a ghoulish sound emanates from a mist-shrouded hole in the Earth near where a Missouri boy has lost his dog. The boy's father is lowered into the hole and lets out an agonizing scream! Finally, a senator returning home from a party finds a lost girl on a bridge and learns from her father that she died years earlier
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Title: The Sixth Sense
Released: January 15, 1972
Type: TV
The Sixth Sense is an American paranormal thriller television
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Title: The Pet Set
Character: Self
Released: January 25, 1971
Type: TV
Each episode of this part talk show, part docuseries begins with animal-loving celebrities showcasing their pets. The showcase transitions into a documentary segment on the species previously showcased, followed by a discussion with an animal expert, and concluding with host Betty White and sometimes her guest stars outside with a wild animal.
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Appointment With Destiny: The Last Days of John Dillenger
Title: Appointment With Destiny: The Last Days of John Dillenger
Character: Himself (Narrator)
Released: January 1, 1971
Type: Movie
John Dillinger had a very public, whirlwind career until authorities took him off the streets for good.
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Title: Night Gallery
Character: Self - Host
Released: December 16, 1970
Type: TV
Rod Serling narrates an anthology of fantasy, horror and sci-fi stories from a set resembling a macabre museum. A chilling work of art serves as the connective link between the stories.
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Night Gallery
Title: Night Gallery
Character: Self - Host
Released: November 8, 1969
Type: Movie
This anthology telefilm aired on NBC on November 8, 1969, and tells three strange tales: "The Cemetery," directed by Boris Sagal; "Eyes," directed by Steven Spielberg; and "The Escape Route," directed by Barry Shear. This film also served as a backdoor pilot for the TV series of the same name, which premiered on December 16, 1970.
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Title: The Dick Cavett Show
Character: Self - Guest
Released: June 6, 1968
Type: TV
The Dick Cavett Show has been the title of several talk shows hosted by Dick Cavett on various television networks.
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The Movie Orgy
Title: The Movie Orgy
Character: Self (archive footage)
Released: January 1, 1968
Type: Movie
Clips from assorted television programs, B-movies, commercials, music performances, newsreels, bloopers, satirical short films and promotional and government films of the 1950s and 1960s are intercut together to tell a single story of various creatures and societal ills attacking American cities.
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Title: Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
Character: Guest Performer (uncredited)
Released: September 9, 1967
Type: TV
An American sketch comedy television program hosted by comedians Dan Rowan and Dick Martin.
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Title: Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
Character: Self (uncredited)
Released: September 9, 1967
Type: TV
An American sketch comedy television program hosted by comedians Dan Rowan and Dick Martin.
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Title: Ironside
Released: March 28, 1967
Type: TV
When an assassin's bullet confines him to a wheelchair for life ending his career as Chief of Detectives, Robert T. Ironside becomes a consultant to the police department. Detective Sergeant Ed Brown and policewoman Eve Whitfield join with him to crack varied and fascinating cases. Ex-con Mark Sanger is employed by the chief as home help but eventually becomes a fully fledged member of the team also. Officer Whitfield leaves after 4 years service, and is replaced by Officer Fran Belding.
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Title: The Danny Kaye Show
Character: Self
Released: September 25, 1963
Type: TV
The Danny Kaye Show is an American variety show hosted by Danny Kaye that aired on CBS from 1963 to 1967 on Wednesday nights. Directed by Robert Scheerer, the show premiered in black-and-white, but later switched to color broadcasts. At the time, Kaye was at the height of his popularity, having starred in a string of successful films in the 1940s and '50's, made successful personal appearances at such venues as the London Palladium, and appeared many times on television. His most recent films had been considered disappointing, but the television specials he starred in were triumphant, leading to this series. Prior to his television and film career, Kaye had made a name for himself with his own radio show, and numerous other guest appearances on other shows.
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Title: The Twilight Zone
Character: Self - Host
Released: October 2, 1959
Type: TV
A series of unrelated stories containing drama, psychological thriller, fantasy, science fiction, suspense, and/or horror, often concluding with a macabre or unexpected twist.
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Title: The David Susskind Show
Character: Self
Released: January 18, 1959
Type: TV
The David Susskind Show is an American television talk show hosted by David Susskind. The program began its existence in 1958 as Open End, and was broadcast by WNTA-TV in New York City. The title referred to the fact that the program continued until Susskind or his guests were too tired to continue late on a Sunday night.
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Title: Westinghouse Desilu Playhouse
Character: Self
Released: October 6, 1958
Type: TV
Westinghouse Desilu Playhouse is an American television anthology series produced by Desilu Productions. The show ran on CBS television between 1958 and 1960. Two of its 48 episodes served as pilots for the 1950s television series The Twilight Zone and The Untouchables.
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Title: The Red Skelton Show
Character: Self / Cameo (uncredited)
Released: September 30, 1951
Type: TV
The Red Skelton Show is an American variety show that was a television staple for two decades, from 1951 to 1971. It was second to Gunsmoke and third to The Ed Sullivan Show in the ratings during that time. Skelton, who had previously been a radio star, had appeared in several motion pictures as well. Although his television series is largely associated with CBS, where it appeared for more than fifteen years, it actually began and ended on NBC. During its run, the program received three Emmy Awards, for Skelton as best comedian and the program as best comedy show during its initial season, and an award for comedy writing in 1961.
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Title: The Jack Benny Program
Character: Self
Released: October 28, 1950
Type: TV
Laugh along with funnyman Jack Benny as he brings his underplayed humor to TV along with regular performers from his radio show days.
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Sathya Sai Baba: Man of Miracles
Title: Sathya Sai Baba: Man of Miracles
Character: Host
Released: December 31, 1969
Type: Movie
Hosted by Rod Serling, this film documents the phenomenon surrounding guru Sathya Sai Baba.
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Cipher
Title: Cipher
Character: (Archive Footage)
Released: December 31, 1969
Type: Movie
An elegy of grief through the lens of horror, as the protagonist confronts a chilling embodiment of their own depression.
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Patterns of Time
Title: Patterns of Time
Character: Narrator
Released: December 31, 1969
Type: Movie
Describes how beautiful figures are selected and matched together. Shows how hardwood plywood is made in engineered panels to provide maximum durability and stability to bring the authenticity and beauty of the world's finest cabinet woods within the budget of the average American family.