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The Twilight Zone

The Twilight Zone is a place that exists at any moment of time, of space or of mind....but always when you least expect it. When you find yourself in this realm of unlimited possibility, be careful what you say or do. The right decisions may help you find your way back out....sometimes with greater happiness and wealth. The wrong decisions often lead to madness and death, or an eternity trapped in this dimension. Tread warily past the sign post ahead that says you've entered, The Twilight Zone

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Cast & Crew See All

Rod Serling
Narrator
Robert McCord
Waiter
Jay Overholts
Cowboy #2

Season 5 Episode Guide See All

Episode 1

In Praise of Pip

Fri, Sep 27, 196325 mins

In the early 1960s, small-time bookie Max Phillips (Jack Klugman) hates his life. His only pride is his son, Pip, who is serving the U.S. Armed Forces in Vietnam. When a young man uses company funds to place a bet with Max, the man loses the wager. Max then returns his money, which angers Max's bosses.

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The Twilight Zone: A 60th Anniversary Celebration
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Awards

  • 1963 - Golden Globe - Best TV Producer/Director - winner
  • 1960 - DGA Award - Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Television - nominated
  • 1960 - Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Writing Achievement in Drama - winner
  • 1961 - Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Program Achievement in the Field of Drama - nominated

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