My 10 favorite "Twilight Zone" episodes

The Twilight Zone premiered October 2, 1959 so I decided I would post my favorite 10 episodes of the awesome show.  They don't make them like they used to!

In no particular order (Warning: some clips contain spoilers):

1. Ring-A-Ding Girl


2. Twenty-two


3. The Invaders (starring the incredible Agnes Moorehead)


4. The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street


5. I Am the Night - Color Me Black


6. And When the Sky Was Opened.


7. After Hours


8. The Shelter


9. Passage on the Lady Anne


10. Nightmare at 20,000 Feet (iconic episode starring William Shatner).

Twilight Zone episode "I am the night, color me black" airs 1964

Probably one of the best episodes of The Twilight Zone, not because of its creepiness, but because its message is still relevant today, over five decades later.  Have we learned anything since then?

I am intrigued by Rod Serling's choice of Ivan Dixon as the priest.  The only non-stereotypical role was given to a black man.  Certainly interesting given the premise of the episode.  Also, Serling's choice to cast George Lindsey, ever lovable Goober, as the hate-filled deputy.

This is one to watch over and over.  And take a lesson.