Zoned Out: The Twilight Zone Revisited “The Lonely”

Night of the Living Podcast: Horror, Sci-Fi and Fantasy Film Discussion

Joe Juvland and Freddy Morris discuss the haunting 1959 Twilight Zone episode "The Lonely", which follows the story of James A. Corry, a convicted prisoner serving a 50-year sentence in solitary confinement on a distant asteroid. The episode, which originally aired on CBS on November 13, 1959, explores themes of isolation, humanity, and the desperate need for connection. Corry, played by Jack Warden, claims his murder conviction was self-defense, and his only human contact comes through brief supply deliveries from Captain Allenby. The hosts delve into this classic science fiction tale that pushes the boundaries of what it means to be human in the most isolated circumstances imaginable.