The Twonky (1953)
Out of Your Own Tomorrow... Out of Time and Space a Fearsome Power!
1953 · NR · 1h 12m · Comedy, Science Fiction
Genres: Comedy, Science Fiction
A college professor, left alone by his wife for the weekend, discovers his new TV set is not only alive, but determined to take control of his entire life.
Director: Arch Oboler
Writers: Arch Oboler
Music by: Jack Meakin
Cinematography: Joseph F. Biroc
Editor: Betty Steinberg
Cast
Hans Conried as Kerry WestWilliam H. Lynn as Coach TroutGloria Blondell as EloiseJanet Warren as Carolyn WestEdwin Max as Ed, TV RepairmanAl Jarvis as MailmanEvelyn Beresford as Old Lady MotoristNorman Fields as DoctorBob Jellison as TV Shop OwnerStephen Roberts as Head Treasury AgentConnie Marshall as Cheerleader, at Kerry's house with football playersWilliam Phipps as Second Male Nurse entering Kerry's bedroom at finaleMore like this
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