Where Is Everybody? - Twilight-Tober Zone

Welcome to the Twilight-Tober Zone where Walter will guide you through the first 31 episodes of The Twilight Zone all month long starting with the very first episode "Where is Everybody?"
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"Where Is Everybody?" is the first episode of the American anthology television series The Twilight Zone. It was originally broadcast on October 2, 1959 on CBS.
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[@monicaurdialez2920]

This is like everyone in quarantine right now

[@jasonsmith7633]

Can you say Ripoff of several ex-content creators?

[@DasKame]

Love this. You should make more Batman TAS and Twilight Zone (as more than 30 i mean)

[@ThreadBomb]

Good video, but of the 7 minutes of its length, only 4 were an actual review of a Twilight Zone episode!

[@FOREVERALONE303]

I am a huge fan of The twilight zone keep it up bro!

[@dangeldoll]

every time someone goes "oh this is like Black Mirror", and you die inside

[@amitverma4203]

So Righttttttt

[@Starfals]

Reminds me of the Outer limits ;p

[@Ovan188]

it reminds me of alan wake :P

[@gregoryblack8109]

Black mirror is a cool show but the shows emphasis on modern tech is going to really date it.

[@viewtiful1doubleokamihand253]

@@Ovan188 More specifically it reminds you of that fictional show that is featured in it... "Night Springs" I believe it was called. Funny little homage to The Twilight Zone. My favourite is probably the one episode that is about the obvious author-god self-inserting himself into his creation to put out the plot hole (a literal black hole at the basement of one of his characters).

[@PhazonGamer90]

The Rod Sterling impression is on point. Can't wait to see more.

[@garopolisNE]

Walter is great, and I love that he's not playing Hammy Rod Serling like most impressionists do. But I think he could be even less expressive. Compare Walter at 1:18 to Serling at 1:59. Walter does big facial expressions while Serling's face hardly moves. And Serling always goes back to that sly little smile, like he knows he's hiding something from you.

[@BlastMagicianYGO]

to me it sounded like Rob Walker doing Rod Sterling at first, lol

[@scytheseven9173]

It's more like the Futurama (I think it was) parody, The Scary Door.

[@staringatthesun861]

Rod Serling. Though yes, the impression is certainly sterling.

[@animationfan957]

On the contrary. This ”impression” fails miserably, and they way that he puts emphasis in every other word sounds unatural and forced, and it gets old very fast. It’s very annoying.

[@shainewhite2781]

"There is a fifth dimension, beyond that which is known to man, a dimension as vast as space, and as timeless as infinity, the middle ground between light and Shadow, between science and superstition, and it lies in the pit of man's fears and the summit of his knowledge. This is the dimension of imagination. It is an area which we call... The Twilight Zone."

[@The_Str4nger]

I like op theme of the first season then the more famous later one

[@meatball5336]

I like to box my farts in vacuum sealed containers and ship them to random addresses in India

[@areyousureyouenteredyourna85]

@@meatball5336 nice, but it would be better if you sent them cell phones that are only capable of receiving scam calls.

[@ParadoxFree]

Is that from one of the reboots? It seems off to me.

[@The_Str4nger]

@@ParadoxFree it's from the first season

[@poweroffriendship2.0]

_"Any state, any entity, any ideology that fails to recognize the worth, the dignity, the right of man, and the state is obsolete."_ *~ Rod Sterling*

[@viewtiful1doubleokamihand253]

Obsolete or not - the rulers of such state live some pretty sweet fucking lives. Stalin, Putin, Lukashenko, etc. Obsolete or not - doesn't matter. The ones who maintain such a system can't give less of a shit about what happens to it once they are dead. And they are proven to be right over and over and over again. Live for yourself and fuck everyone else over. History showed us that it's pretty okay thing to be doing if you are careful enough.

[@Jack1994hoo]

@@viewtiful1doubleokamihand253 you are dellusional. Crazy.

[@Kodiaksaint]

DevilGearHill Is there is truly no God or justice after this life, the you are absolutely correct. It’s one of those harsh realities people like nietzsche mocked other atheists for refusing to come to terms with.

[@articusramos808]

So, isnt the plumage beautiful?

[@viewtiful1doubleokamihand253]

Kodiaksaint God is the worst culprit of them ALL, actually. After reading one of them “holy books” makes one truly realize just how lowly and disgusting the image of all-powerful, all-knowing and ever-present deity is. I don’t believe in any gods, because the mere proposition of it is simply too much pathos for this here world, filled with shit and randomness. *BUT* I would’ve truly wanted to actually believe in whatever deity who’s created this entire shitshow, because that way I would’ve had a being to openly blame for every pointlessly unmerciful law of reality surrounding me. Alas - none of it exists. We are just flying through cold open space of cosmos on a life-filled rock that is destined to die one way or another once our sun explodes. And I haven’t ever even read Neitsche !)

[@philipportelli7700]

Any empty building is inheritantly scary! When they did the prose adaptation of "Where Is Everybody?", the main character goes into the movie theatre, takes a ticket, drops one part of it in the box and puts the other in his pocket. When he's taken out of isolation, he still has the ticket in his pocket! This was to make it more "Twilight Zone-y!"

[@b.f.2461]

There’s a list of made up words for emotions somewhere and one is for the weird feeling of being in a place that is empty when it’s usually bustling. Shopping malls at night. Schools in the weekend. It is a strange and unsettling feeling.

[@justinpullen1097]

You kinda got me in the feels at the end. It'll be a good day when you're all able to shoot together again.

[@marcoalcaraz7218]

one day...one day

[@MasterGeek-mk5ne]

Soon, mate, soon

[@sphearix7232]

Crawling Chaos they’re not all THAT young. You can still get the virus and not know about it and spread it. Thats why they are not working together because they could POTENTIALLY spread it among themselves.

[@fai4743]

​@@JohnWick-vh2qy It's called a human brain, people use it to research things before opening their mouths. Last time I checked, 90 year old grandmothers can live and 20 year old athletes can die. The ones who don't show symptoms are the scary ones because they don't know to quarantine themselves and pose a risk to others. And even if you do survive, there are lasting effects like those with prolonged sickness of over 3 months, permanent scarring of lung tissue in the majority of patients, and immunity of only about 2 months, just in time for a 2nd wave to hit the USA. But you know ignorance like yours is why we're laying off the nurses we saluted earlier this year, so maybe be thoughtful if you're going to respond, take my advice and look into the fact that we're still half a year away from a vaccine at best, and yet people are still rushing into the streets over here because of how deep De Nile is. It might help protect someone close to you if you did the research. You never know what healthy friend of yours you might never see again.

[@Spiritualchick82]

@@JohnWick-vh2qy Exactly. It isn't even life threatening to most, unless they are elderly or have a compromised immune system. The psychological clamp they have on the masses with this C-19 spell, is unbelievable.

[@ThatDudeWithBoobs]

Not gonna lie, that ending got me a bit emotional. This year has been nothing but isolation for me, and it's been really hard to stay positive through it all. Little reminders like that are important for everyone right now... Thank you, Walter...❤

[@Iongizmo1]

No one deserver to be alone forever. Or to truly be alone for any period of time, we need eachother, we shouldn't let culture or bloodline be barriers.

[@JohannaLeigh]

Thankfully that's over. A day or two of bumming on one's on, after a week of constant activity, might be necessary. However, MONTHS of it does take its toll.

[@jacksonguest7447]

“that feeling of isolation is something we can all relate to” yep

[@Kentrc11]

Not if you're schizophrenic

[@Kahtisemo]

I love when they twist things like that. Sure you get the "logical explanation" from some side character to conclude things but then... Something just before the end reveals that /somehow/ the logical conclusion was wrong but how is left unexplainable.

[@eadred9164]

"No Mike, next time you'll really be alone" is one of the best ending lines of anything I've ever heard.

[@kylekozarits441]

I’m a huge fan of Twilight Zone so I’m pumped for this!

[@SleeplessIdiotZ]

Same dude

[@katievetter933]

Me too

[@rickwaldron4255]

Rid serlings..whole.point .is his shows are realy.not to.far from.reality

[@jessetorres8738]

1 of my favorite episodes of 1960s The Twilight Zone series is The Shelter, which is where a group of friends try to break into their neighbor's fallout shelter when they believe a Russian nuclear missile has been launched. I'm mentioning it here since Walter isn't gonna talk about it in this series.

[@lordeverett5642]

Twist?

[@jessetorres8738]

@@lordeverett5642: The twist is there are no missiles, just satellites, but the way the neighbors reacted/the damages they caused just to save their own lives permanently impacted their friendships. The episode's message is that in order to truly survive we must maintain our humanity otherwise we aren't worth saving.

[@RedLeif1]

Fun fact: What you're talking about is one of the few (of I think four) episodes where there isn't any sort of supernatural element in the plot. I do agree though, that is one of the better episodes. My personal favorite has always been "Will the Real Martian Please Stand Up?"

[@lordeverett5642]

Jesse Torres thank you

[@otterzrkuhl]

I love that episode! It’s similar to The Monsters Are Due On Maple Street except they end up having to live with their own mistakes. Classic.

[@sgtwhisker26]

I get his dialogue can be a little campy throughout the story, but I see it more as him trying to grasp the fact that he is all alone

[@sifatshams1113]

Question: Where is everybody? Answer: In quarantine.

[@Kentrc11]

Introvert: I see this as a win.

[@popculturewatch8689]

If that were actually true, we would have been much better off in terms of handling this.

[@anubusx]

lol.

[@Hinatachan360]

Walter's Rod Serling impression is quite good.

[@CaptainRiterraSmith]

As a person who values time alone, it's this episode that helps me appreciate my connection to others. For a little while at least. Please say you're open to continuing past the first 31. Maybe at a later time?

[@jonathanstmartin]

Nice to see the studio again. Will be nicer when we see everyone in it

[@puffsnstuff8636]

That ending was unnecessarily heart warming

[@jerryshunk7152]

Again, so the sponsors wouldn't shy away!

[@DCMarvelMultiverse]

Walter. I would love to shake your hand. You must be a cinephile and storyteller of true taste.

[@MisterAcolyte]

A month long twilight zone retrospective? My body is ready

[@AceOfClubsHUN]

Walter did an amazing Rod Serling impersonation, down to the last little twitch of the corner of his mouth. Kudos!

[@TheQuietReader1920]

I love the Twilight Zone--I can't wait for you to get to The Midnight Sun, an episode that still really unsettles me. As someone interested in screenwriting, I find Rod Serling's work absolutely fascinating; I can't wait to see the rest of your retrospective, amazing work as usual!

[@floydharper1216]

Midnight sun is amazing. The ending was a bit heavy handed in how it was done, but the episode as a whole is a great depiction of the apocalypse

[@johnnyelettrico9087]

When it panned on the picture in the last scene I expected something like the shining like “Walter was the nostalgia critic all along” but I guess that would be off theme 😂😂😅

[@TheAvram25]

"Sometimes, those places remember, so you don't have to!" This is so true.

[@UnderdogPlays_]

I did a film study on this show. So much going on in every episode. So much to say, and yet somehow this episode leaves me speechless.

[@lightningrodstudios2441]

I really hope you bring this back next year too, this was such a great show and each episode deserves to have its time in the spotlight

[@sovietgecko7090]

I love this show it may have come out 50 years before I was born but I still love it. I was weirdly into horror as a kid so when I turned 8 my dad bought a DVD box set and we watched all of the original series. I had nightmares for years after. I love this show.

[@Jackie-McCann]

1:04 Oh my god... That drawing of The Devil and the one of Devil Boner and Hyper Fangirl below it on the wall... I DREW THOSE! I gave them to Doug at Rhode Island Comic Con a few years ago! 🤩

[@WalterCulture]

Glad you saw your work!

[@areyousureyouenteredyourna85]

Nice work. You've got skills.

[@ChannelAwesome]

+Jackie McCann Amazing work!

[@Jackie-McCann]

Channel Awesome Thank you!

[@DarkmanPoe]

That ending. Right in the feels.

[@shainewhite2781]

"You've just crossed over into... The Twilight Zone."

[@jemp4291]

As someone who talks a lot to themselves, even when not isolated, the volume of dialog didn't really strike me as anything strange or in need of change. I can easily see myself reacting a very similar way, constantly talking to myself to filled the ever present silence of the area. Also, another spin on it could be that the reason why he was talking to himself so much is because technically this is all in his head. I often think in sentences, so again I can see myself doing this very thing. This isn't a criticism by the way! I'm really excited for this series! I hope you talk about The Eye Of The Beholder, (if thats ehat its called) it's one of my favorites!

[@bespectacledheroine7292]

I was looking for someone who shared this take. It’s pretty natural. Half the time is spent trying to find somebody too; which accounts for why he’s chattier at first.

[@danilynn114]

So my cousin and I started watching The Twilight Zone when we were about 13 because our moms said this show scared them growing up. I was scared of everything growing up, and we both wanted to see if we could be braver than our parents. This episode though scared us for one reason..... Theres a scene during the day when the man is walking around and theres a mannequin in the background. The camera pans off of him, and then back and the fudgin mannequin is gone! Thats why we decided to continue watching Twilight Even now as grown adults we watch the series from beginning to end. So I for one am SO excited for this month!

[@BenTheBeanYT]

Even though the voice isn’t perfect, Walter absolutely nailed that intro!

[@TamaraLynnchambers]

This is incredible. I’m so excited to watch all month!

[@randomsimpson]

Probably my favorite episode. Always glad to see it first when watching the series

[@syntrick2815]

This amazing. Can't wait to see what the rest of this month is going to have in store.

[@KRIOSthe5th]

You put much more into that intro than i was expecting and it payed off

[@Wildcat_Media]

Walter’s Rod Serling was fabulous! A+ Looking forward to more Twilight-tober!

[@hayleyelise7144]

Lovely discussion, Walter, and incredibly poignant comparison of the analogous circumstances of isolation and deprivation of physical presence that we all are currently contending with during this pandemic. Twilight Zone has always been to me a conduit for the exploration of human psychology amplified and extrapolated to its deepest extremity, which certainly suits the visceral, claustrophobic fear and freneticism of the abject solitude, loneliness, and abandonment associated with seemingly becoming the last person alive. As you beautifully articulated, these latent fears are greatly resonant within us, and the Twilight Zone is the perfect construct through which the very human responses and reactions to preternatural situations with such harrowing, realistic emotional stimuli can be showcased. I also agree with your perspective on the quality of the acting and the verisimilitude of the monologues performed. Having recently watched numerous episodes of the Twilight Zone (mainly in anticipation of this month haha) I noticed a somewhat prevalent tendency in the acting towards the theatrical, especially during character monologues, which compromised the believability of said character’s tribulations. I think we once spoke about this in the context of discussing why Marlin Brando was such a paragon of acting, but this sort of dramatic style of acting was rather concomitant with this time period of cinema and television. Still, for the most part, the performances were sufficiently grounded and realistic to properly convey the complex narratives, themes, and emotions that Rod Serling intended. Lastly, as themes appertaining to space travel and its possible physical or psychological threats are somewhat commonly explored throughout the series, it seems that the era of the late nineteen-fifties was rife with fears and speculations concerning the advancement of space technology and the potential for human travel, which would eventually become relevant in Rod’s work as a reflection of conversations pervading his societal zeitgeist. Overall, your writing and the video itself beautifully encapsulated the spirit of Rod Serling’s creation and demonstrated just how hard you worked to make this series a reality. Needless to say, I’m looking forward to the rest of this month!

[@WalterCulture]

Thanks, Hayley! Love your feedback!

[@WyattCayer]

Dude, I'm so glad you are doing twilight zone!!! This is what I've been waiting for all my life.

[@kagehikari4281]

I dont remember this episode very well, thanks for the refresher! Absolutely LOVE Twilight zone! So many Iconic episodes, cant wait to see what other ones ones get showcased. Hard to say what my most fave ep is. Kick the can, We sing the body electric, etc etc. To many to name just one

[@gafrers]

Big fan of these Walter's month long specials

[@APoliticalConfusionAndMess]

As someone who was isolated from _everything_ until 12 (ranging from social interaction, social media - my foster mother was still very strict about it and I only got it when I was 18, currently 20 - school, events, etc.) I can definitely relate to the feeling of isolation. Couldn't even have friends over when I moved into foster care, and started going to school.

[@Swalka1991]

I love when Walter does these 💖

[@IM-NOTHIM]

Never have I knew how much I wanted something until i received it. Finally u tackle one of the greatest shows that ever aired on television

[@johnhaladay5541]

Finally, something on this channel worth watching again.

[@Omar-wq9dz]

I loved the plot twist reveal near the end of the episode. It was so good. Rod Serling was really onto something special when he created The Twilight Zone

[@Macapta]

Let’s walk through...the scary door.

[@lavendermagic84]

Looks like I've got something new to look forward to this month!

[@julieporter7805]

Walter actually kind of looks like a young Rod Serling. It would have been weird if his name turned out to be Neil. 😎

[@claytonrios1]

Wow. Walters Rod Serling impression is actually pretty good!

[@Jarod-vg9wq]

6:45 thank you rob, those words give me strength to make it through the day.

[@tomsenior7405]

Excellent start. Thank you. So many great episodes to review. Can't wait.

[@kaylawolfie1111]

I love Twlight Zone so much, it's a great show.

[@Whightknight16]

The production is through the roof for this series and I couldn’t be happier, I remember watching old episodes of the Twilight Zone with my dad when I was young and seeing the narration before the review brings me back to those days, I look forward to the future reviews!

[@ripphunter8872]

I missed you so much Walter!

[@danieladamczyk4024]

Thats most nostaligic thing that Channel Awesome ever produced!

[@LucyLioness100]

These guys are never afraid to tackle the tough situations. Yeah it can be so uncomfortable, but that’s what gauges a discussion. I love this show

[@froonamission1013]

This series makes me so excited! I have such fond memories of watching the show with my dad while I was growing up. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you!

[@takeshikujo2909]

Just like the first episode, this is a great way to start off the series. That ending actually gave me the feels.

[@TolaSrrup]

Good job, dude! Not a bad Rod Serling, upper lip placement for the win! Suit looks on point, the lighting...bravo! Glad you're paying respects to one of the best things to ever hit the airwaves, particularly at the time. I will be tuning in daily (or at least binging a few back to back as time allows)!

[@dingdongbells3314]

Please, tell me you'll really do all 31 episodes, including "Time Enough At last" cuz that one is literally what taught me as a very young child, what the definition of "Irony" means.

[@margyyn3479]

I just watched the first season and looking forward for this 'tober! Like, 3:28 I new I saw that location! And you got the twilight zone atmosphere perfectly, shots, norration and the actor making impression of Rod Serling are just grate

[@georgeharvey4226]

It wasn't that long ago I finished watching the first season of The Twilight Zone - so this is good timing for me. It's also good that you're starting this on the series' 60th anniversary.

[@georgeharvey4226]

Or is it 61st?

[@alejandrokaplan7243]

I actually have been watched this episode ahead of this video and that for me made this even better

[@kenny33247]

Love this series already

[@DU_hockeygirl40]

This is awesome! Thanks for appreciating the original Twilight Zone.

[@jeffersonderrickson5371]

Dang Walter. That was quite the amazing opening.

[@triple7marc]

Super excited for this segment! The original Twilight Zone is my favorite show, and my favorite episode is a tie between “Walking Distance” and “The After Hours.” An honorable mention is “Time Enough to Last.”

[@jabbarmuhammad7529]

I'm a huge fan of the entire twilight zone series

[@Elephant2024-wi2li]

Late to the party, but glad to have come upon your channel. One of the greatest series of all time. Sci-fi or otherwise. Excellent opening episode. It keeps you engrossed.

[@GLASSB182]

Yeah, that first episode was so solid! Such a great series! And great video, am looking forward to the rest.

[@cdreamworld]

This is amazing. I love Twilight-Tober Zone.

[@darkstorm0433]

This episode encapsulates my two top fears, complete and total isolation mixed with amnesia.

[@alejandrokaplan7243]

Me too

[@George-kz5hb]

Thought about that ending monologue the last few months, and I decided to come and listen again in honor you all shooting together again!

[@GoldenPickaxe]

I'm so glad Walter's been given shows here

[@elder-woodsilverstein7716]

Bat may, fanscription, and this is what made Walter banasiak my favorite channel awesome cast member.

[@mr.mammuthusafricanavus8299]

Umbrella academy, Number 6: Perfectly normal to befriend a mannequin and call it Dolores when your alone for decades ;p

[@monicaurdialez2920]

When Walter goes insane in the Twilight Zone episode is like everyone in quarantine right now

[@mleighqs]

Great start and very interesting. I believe Star Trek the Next Generation did an episode on the idea that the Twilight Zone as you said didn't use in the idea of a society oofing their members when they turn 60 years old.

[@EJRichardsonFubara]

Yep. "Half a Life." I wonder if proper credit was given.

[@frozenaorta]

Hell. Yes. After Walter's Batman TAS month, I was left wanting more of the same, as I maintain that he's possibly the biggest talent at Channel Awesome. And to tackle ANOTHER of my all time favorite shows with The Twilight Zone? *muah* I can't wait to see which episodes he picks. Also, the voice doesn't really match, but he REALLY has the facial mannerisms of Sir Rod down extremely well.

[@THECOMICBOOKMAN]

Great First Episode! This is my favorite show, and I can't wait for the upcoming reviews!

[@CinematicInsanity]

Solid! This is going to be a fun month

[@Czah5]

I am so excited for this series. TTZ holds up very well more than half a century later.

[@Dangershoes]

Seriously loves this series while growing up. Thank you for these videos.

[@brianalambert1192]

My favorite is the one with the pilots who start disappearing and no one remembers them. I also love the one about the old woman and Mr. Death, and the one with the telephone poles, and the one with the author who brings his characters to life

[@TheCreepypro]

a very nice start I can't wait to see more tomorrow

[@motor4X4kombat]

welp one episode of this show and i already saw inspiration for future movies like 28 days latter, i am legend, and the truman show. This show is the peak of artistic influence.

[@pheunithpsychic-watertype9881]

I remember even the promos for the twilight zone reruns scaring me. They came on before married with children

[@rogue7723]

I kinda felt that way about the Goosebumps books, even the covers were scary enough to my child self.

[@pheunithpsychic-watertype9881]

@@rogue7723 me too. It's amazing how even the littlest things from the old stuff can have that affect. Sound designs, atmospheres, old voices, old designs, all of it had and still feels like they have an other worldly feeling that keeps you coming back.

[@softlightlaboratory]

You're lucky there nothing else to watch on KZbin. Great video by the way💝

[@PunchSuccaa]

I love that even tho i had my phone in my pocket all i needed was that 1 second jingle to know you talking about back to the future

[@georger64]

This episode really scared me when I first saw it as a kid. For a time I thought it was because I was young, and children have a natural fear of being lost amd abandoned, but adults feel it too, the creepyness of abandoned places, of isolation. That said, your intro was perfect, and the epilogue... I could get into ramblings about it. Now my eyes are sweating.

[@nataliegray8019]

Wow, who knew Walter could do such a great Rod Serling impression?

[@catvideojogos]

With Go Walter ! You are the REAL NOSTALGIC CRITIC !!

[@jeremytung1632]

If we’re only covering the first 31 episodes that means we won’t talk about “Eye of the Beholder” arguably the best episode of the series.

[@melissacooper4282]

Eye Of The Beholder is in Season 2.

[@jasonbleau4646]

Loved that ending. Gave me goosebumps

[@virginia7191]

This is one of my favorite episodes!

[@juliewedam9826]

This was such a lovingly crafted video :) We're so looking forward to being able to watch these during October - thank you :D

[@chrisazylum6624]

Nice start to this theme month! This episode I remember watching when I was younger and I had no idea it was the pilot! Next time One For The Angels!

[@Breaded_Squirrel]

This is one of my favorite episodes