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Why The Twilight Zone Is Not A Sci-Fi Series, According To Rod Serling

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The Twilight Zone creator Rod Serling dispels the myth that his iconic show is sci-fi, revealing its true genre identity.
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  • In a candid interview, Serling asserts The Twilight Zone is not sci-fi, but rather a bold exploration of the human condition and social issues of the era.
  • Serling explains the show's focus on examining the psychological and moral complexities of life through fantastical premises set it apart from traditional sci-fi fare, making it a trailblazer in the realm of speculative fiction.
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Rod Serling, The Twilight Zone
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