Dark Shadows (1966)
Synopsis
Dark Shadows is an American gothic soap opera that originally aired weekdays on the ABC television network, from June 27, 1966, to April 2, 1971. The show was created by Dan Curtis. The story bible, which was written by Art Wallace, does not mention any supernatural elements. It was unprecedented in daytime television when ghosts were introduced about six months after it began. The series became hugely popular when vampire Barnabas Collins appeared a year into its run. Dark Shadows also featured werewolves, zombies, man-made monsters, witches, warlocks, time travel, and a parallel universe. A small company of actors each played many roles; indeed, as actors came and went, some characters were played by more than one actor. Major writers besides Art Wallace included Malcolm Marmorstein, Sam Hall, Gordon Russell, and Violet Welles.
First Air Date: 1966-06-27
Last Air Date: 1971-04-02
Number of Seasons: 12
Number of Episodes: 1225
Created By: Dan Curtis
Networks: ABC
Top Cast
- Alexandra Isles as Victoria Winters
- Joan Bennett as Elizabeth Collins Stoddard / Naomi Collins
- Kathryn Leigh Scott as Maggie Evans
- Nancy Barrett as Carolyn Stoddard
- Louis Edmonds as Roger Collins / Joshua Collins
- David Henesy as David Collins
- Joel Crothers as Joe Haskell
- Jonathan Frid as Barnabas Collins / Bramwell Collins
- Grayson Hall as Julia Hoffman
- Thayer David as Matthew Morgan/Ben Stokes/Dr. Timothy Stokes
Seasons
Specials
No overview available for this season.
Episodes:
-
Ep. 1: Alexandra Moltke Interview 01
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 2: Alexandra Moltke Interview 02
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 3: Alexandra Moltke Interview 03
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 4: Alexandra Moltke Interview 04
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 5: Alexandra Moltke Interview 05
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 6: Alexandra Moltke Interview 06
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 7: Alexandra Moltke Interview 07
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 8: Alexandra Moltke Interview 08
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 9: Alexandra Moltke Interview 09
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 10: Louis Edmonds Interview 01
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 11: Louis Edmonds Interview 02
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 12: Louis Edmonds Interview 03
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 13: Casting Barnabas
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 14: Director Interview
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 15: Writer Interview
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 16: Makeup Artist Interview
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 17: Marie Wallace (Eve) Interview
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 18: Dark Shadows DVD Opening
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 19: Dark Shadows Introduction
Highlights from Episodes 1-209. Victoria Winters arrives at Collinwood and finds herself thrust into many frightening and bizarre situations.
-
Ep. 20: The Best of Barnabas
This unique collection offers 9 complete TV episodes that are among the most popular in the history of DARK SHADOWS, serving as an ideal introduction to new viewers as well as an enticing overview for veteran DARK SHADOWS devotees. As a bonus, new, informative introductions for each episode are included.
-
Ep. 21: Scariest Moments
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 22: Behind the Scenes
A complete history of the show, including interviews with the actors and production personnel.
-
Ep. 23: Nightmares and Dreams
Many of the spooky shows most bizarre and terrifying moments, including vampire Barnabas Collins' dream curse.
-
Ep. 24: On Location
A video tour with Nancy Barrett (Carolyn Stoddard) of the New England settings where exteriors were filmed.
-
Ep. 25: Inside the Shadows
An in-depth review of the program by its creator and executive producer Dan Curtis, along with many favorite scenes.
-
Ep. 26: TV Commercials for Dark Shadows Movies
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 27: 1969 ABC-TV Promotional Announcements
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 28: Photo Slide Show with Music
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 29: Spanish Episode (#289)
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 30: The Curse of the Vampire
In this special release, the story of how Barnabas was cursed as one of the living dead is detailed in a selection of scenes from the most popular episodes. FYI: 3.5 hours long!
-
Ep. 31: The Haunting of Collinwood
High atop Widows' Hill, off the stormy Maine coast, sits the foreboding Collinwood, home for centuries of the wealthy Collins family. An exorcist is summoned after the children at Collinwood are possessed. In this special release, the story of how the ghost of Quentin Collins haunted the eerie estate of Collinwood is detailed in a selection of scenes from the most popular episodes. FYI: Over 3 hours long!
-
Ep. 32: Series Introduction with Alexandra Moltke
Alexandra Moltke (who played Victoria Winters) provides an introduction to the series.
-
Ep. 33: Episode 1 with Original Commercials
The series premiere is shown with its original 1966 commercials.
-
Ep. 34: 1966 ABC-TV Promo
An ABC-TV promo for Dark Shadows.
-
Ep. 35: Collinsport History with Kathryn Leigh Scott
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 36: Episode 191 Extra Footage
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 37: Episode 211 (Barnabas' Arrival) with Original 1967 Commercials
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 38: Syndication Sales Reel & Promos
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 39: Joan Bennett Newsreel Footage
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 40: Beyond the Shadows
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 41: Dark Shadows Tribute
This thirtieth anniversary retrospective features cast interviews, coverage of the Dark Shadows Festival, and other special footage.
-
Ep. 42: Scariest Moments from Dark Shadows
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 43: Dark Shadows 25th Anniversary Special
The cast reunites for the 1991 Dark Shadows Festival fan convention. Includes series highlights.
-
Ep. 44: The Making of the Return to Collinwood Audio Drama
Original series actors talk about performing their characters again for the first time in decades.
-
Ep. 45: Dan Curtis - Before The Shadows
The late creator and executive producer of Dark Shadows discusses his show business background.
-
Ep. 46: The Mistress of Collinwood
Colleagues fondly recall the former movie star who also played Elizabeth Collins Stoddard.
-
Ep. 47: A Fan Remembers
Jay Nass reflects on his New York childhood visiting the Dark Shadows studio. Includes home movies.
-
Ep. 48: 1970 Dark Shadows Rehearsal & Pretape Segments with Lara Parker
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 49: 1984 Dark Shadows PBS Promos with Jonathan Frid
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 50: The Beginning
A preview of the earliest Dark Shadows episodes before the arrival of vampire Barnabas Collins.
-
Ep. 51: Dark Shadows Vampires & Ghosts
No overview for this episode.
-
Ep. 52: Movie Trailers
Vintage film previews featuring Dark Shadows actors.
Trailers & Videos
Images & Backdrops
Posters
Where to Watch
No watch providers found for this movie in TW.