Dark Shadows: Into The Light #1- Anatomy of a Cult Classic Part 2

Podcast: Radio Retropolis · Radio Retropolis

Opublikowano: 2026-10-19

Part 2 our in-depth look from concept to cancellation of the original series Dark Shadows (1966-71) with Jim Pierson, creator Dan Curtis' right hand man. He's been associated with Dan Curtis Productions for over twenty years as promotional director and producer. Topics discussed include: * How Jonathan Frid's nervousness helped Barnabas Collins be a success. * How ABC almost cancelled the series after 6 months. * Why Joan Bennett decided to do the show. * Why certain actors were fired and replaced. * How this soap changed daytime television. * How a phenomenon gets cancelled. <p...