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

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Podcast: [Radio Retropolis](https://stenobird.com/podcast/radio-retropolis-518935)
Published: 2026-06-27T12:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

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.

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