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.