Night of Decision (21 Feb. 1961)

During the American Revolution, Gen. George Washington is suddenly visited by visions that convince him the revolution will be successful. However, he is also troubled by visions that tell ... See full summary »

Director:

John Newland

Writers:

Merwin Gerard (creator), Merwin Gerard (teleplay),

Stars:

John Newland, Robert Douglas, Richard Carlyle

Cast

Episode cast overview:
John Newland	...	Himself - Host
Robert Douglas	...	Gen. George Washington
Richard Carlyle	...	Col. Danforth
Donald Buka	...	Marquis de Lafayette
Richard Hale	...	Chief Otumcas
Arthur Hanson	...	Soldier
Steve Franken	...	Crazed soldier (as Stephen Franken)
John Cliff	...	Soldier
Ken Drake	...	Maj. Warren
Dehl Berti	...	Gypsy
Richard Tyler	...	Soldier
Robert Curtis	...	Soldier

Storyline

During the American Revolution, Gen. George Washington is suddenly visited by visions that convince him the revolution will be successful. However, he is also troubled by visions that tell him there will be a great civil war that will occur after his death, and he doesn't know how to stop it.

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Genres:

Drama | Fantasy | Mystery | Sci-Fi | Thriller

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Details

Language:

English

Release Date:

21 February 1961 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios - 10202 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Joseph M. Schenck Enterprises

Technical Specs

Runtime:

30 min

Sound Mix:

Mono (Westrex Recording System)

Color:

Black and White

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

This was the last episode to be filmed at MGM Studios. Future episodes would be filmed at Associated British-Elstree Studios in the UK.

User Reviews

George Washington Goes One Step Beyond

In 1777 Valley Forge, it seems like the American Revolution will end with a British victory. General George Washington (Robert Douglas) tries to build morale, but is privately in his "winter of despair." Not to worry, we know who wins this war - and, soon, Gen. Washington will know, too. He prays to God, "Help me, help me!" God immediately sends Washington a Native American Indian spirit, who helps him recall a previous battle, where Washington is revealed to have been divinely saved from death. Later, Washington has dreamy visions and gains confidence to keep fighting... Nice to know Washington was never in any real danger, but this makes him less heroic...

*** Night of Decision (2/21/61) John Newland ~ Robert Douglas, Donald Buka, Richard Carlyle, Richard Hale