Episode
Dark Shadows: Into The Light #1- Anatomy of a Cult Classic Part 2
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- Radio Retropolis
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- Jun 27, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 5120
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Summary
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. * plus much more behind the scenes analysis.