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Shatner's Shocking Twist in Hitchcock's 'Glass Eye'
28 Aug
Summary
- William Shatner starred in Hitchcock's 'Alfred Hitchcock Presents'.
- The episode 'The Glass Eye' aired on October 6, 1957.
- It featured a shocking revelation about a ventriloquist and his dummy.
William Shatner, widely known for his role as Captain Kirk, also made a memorable appearance in "Alfred Hitchcock Presents." His role was in a Season 3 episode titled "The Glass Eye," which was broadcast on October 6, 1957.
In this episode, Shatner acts as a narrator, framing the unusual and unsettling story of his late cousin, Julia. She was portrayed by Jessica Tandy and developed a peculiar infatuation with a ventriloquist.
The episode's dark twist reveals that the ventriloquist was actually the dummy, and the doll was the performer wearing a mask. This disturbing revelation led to Julia's panicked flight, taking a grotesque memento.
"The Glass Eye" is highly regarded among fans and critics, earning an Emmy for Best Direction for Robert Stevens, who later directed "The Twilight Zone."
