The Sins of the Fathers/You Can't Get Help Like That Anymore (23 Feb. 1972)
"Night Gallery" The Sins of the Fathers/You Can't Get Help Like That Anymore (original title)

Famine runs rampant in 19th century Wales, requiring terrified young Ian to feast on the sins of deceased Mr. Craighill. / The Fulton's delight in the sadistic torture of their servants, but they may have met their match when a new robot maid shows up.

Directors:

Jeff Corey, Jeannot Szwarc

Writers:

Halsted Welles (teleplay), Christianna Brand (short story),

Stars:

Geraldine Page, Richard Thomas, Michael Dunn

Cast

Episode cast overview, first billed only:
Geraldine Page	...	Mrs. Evans (segment "The Sins of the Fathers")
Richard Thomas	...	Ian Evans (segment "The Sins of the Fathers")
Michael Dunn	...	The Servant (segment "The Sins of the Fathers")
Cloris Leachman	...	Mrs. Fulton (segment "You Can't Get Help Like That Anymore")
Broderick Crawford	...	Joseph Fulton (segment "You Can't Get Help Like That Anymore")
Lana Wood	...	Maid (segment "You Can't Get Help Like That Anymore")
Cyril Delevanti	...	The Old Man (segment "The Sins of the Fathers")
Alan Napier	...	The Man (segment "The Sins of the Fathers")
Terence Pushman	...	Any Man (segment "The Sins of the Fathers")
John Barclay	...	Another Man (segment "The Sins of the Fathers")
Barbara Steele	...	The Widow (segment "The Sins of the Fathers")
Henry Jones	...	Malcolm Hample (segment "You Can't Get Help Like That Anymore")
Severn Darden	...	Dr. Kessler (segment "You Can't Get Help Like That Anymore")
Pamela Susan Shoop	...	Mrs. Foster (segment "You Can't Get Help Like That Anymore") (as Pamela Shoop)
Christopher Law	...	Mr. Foster (segment "You Can't Get Help Like That Anymore")

Storyline

Famine runs rampant in 19th century Wales, requiring terrified young Ian to feast on the sins of deceased Mr. Craighill. / The Fulton's delight in the sadistic torture of their servants, but they may have met their match when a new robot maid shows up.

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Plot Keywords:

sin eater

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Genres:

Drama | Fantasy | Horror | Mystery | Sci-Fi | Thriller

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Details

Language:

English

Release Date:

23 February 1972 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Universal Studios - 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Universal TV

Technical Specs

Runtime:

30 min

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Color (Technicolor)

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Goofs

The Broderick Crawford "robot" seen in the final moments is supposed to be frozen in position, but he is holding his set of garden clippers at two different angles, depending on the shot.

User Reviews

The most horrifying thing I've ever seen on TV- (besides the news)

Sorry I can't add much to kbearo-1's excellent comments. It says something when I can remember a television episode for so many years. I was nearly traumatized for life- it's that good (?!). It gives me chills just to think about it, especially when you apply it metaphorically. Yikes! I was heartened to see how many things Richard Thomas has done (thank you IMDb). Like too many other folks, the first thing that comes to mind is "John Boy". Pity. He's a fine, versatile actor. Anyone know what he's been doing lately? I trust he can still work whenever he feels like it. And Geraldine Page? I would crawl naked over ground glass just to see her read the phone book. She shines in every single thing I've ever seen her in, and of course this is no exception. p.s. If you should get the opportunity to see this, I'd recommend doing it with a six-pack or bottle and someone to talk with afterwards.