Amazing Stories 

Truly amazing, fantastical, funny, and odd, and sometimes scary, sad, and endearing stories are portrayed. Many famous actors, actresses, and directors made guest appearances.

Creators:

Steven Spielberg, Joshua Brand, John Falsey

Stars:

Charles Durning, Douglas Seale, Louis Giambalvo

Won 5 Primetime Emmys. Another 3 wins & 11 nominations.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Charles Durning	...	Assistant to the Boss / ... 2 episodes, 1985-1986
Douglas Seale	...	Mike Malloy / ... 2 episodes, 1985-1986
Louis Giambalvo	...	Dr. Templeton / ... 2 episodes, 1986
Sharon Spelman	...	Mom / ... 2 episodes, 1986
J.J. Cohen	...	Bert / ... 2 episodes, 1985-1986
Paul Bartel	...	Detective Watts / ... 2 episodes, 1986-1987
Jeff Cohen	...	Eddie / ... 2 episodes, 1985-1986
Dana Gladstone	...	George Gershwin / ... 2 episodes, 1986-1987
Taliesin Jaffe	...	Mark / ... 2 episodes, 1986
Tracey Walter	...	Blaze / ... 2 episodes, 1985-1986
Joshua Rudoy	...	Billy / ... 2 episodes, 1986
Royal Dano	...	Elmer Quick / ... 2 episodes, 1986
Rick Andosca	...	Haller / ... 2 episodes, 1986-1987
Gregory Wagrowski	...	Ben Oltman / ... 2 episodes, 1986
Fredric Cook	...	Dr. Wittenberg / ... 2 episodes, 1986-1987
Brad Bird	...	Family Dog / ... 2 episodes, 1985-1987
Arnold Johnson	...	Johnny / ... 2 episodes, 1985-1986
JoAnn Willette	...	Angela / ... 2 episodes, 1985-1986
Gary Riley	...	Jimmy / ... 2 episodes, 1985
Billy Beck	...	Caretaker / ... 2 episodes, 1985-1986
John McCook	...	Jerry Lane / ... 2 episodes, 1986-1987
Michael Horse	...	Indian / ... 2 episodes, 1986
Larry Spinak	...	Arnold Skamp / ... 2 episodes, 1985-1986
Jed Mills	...	Marshall / ... 2 episodes, 1986
Jonathan Luria	...	Cameraman / ... 2 episodes, 1986
Ben Kronen	...	Bald Man / ... 2 episodes, 1985-1986
Pamela Guest	...	Assistant Director / ... 2 episodes, 1985-1986
Lynn Kuratomi	...	Nurse #2 / ... 2 episodes, 1986-1987
Conrad Dunn	...	Gas Station Attendant / ... 2 episodes, 1986
Wade Mayer	...	Airline Representative #2 / ... 2 episodes, 1986-1987
Eve Smith	...	Old Woman 2 episodes, 1985-1986
Priscilla Pointer	...	Lady on Train / ... 2 episodes, 1985-1987

Storyline

Truly amazing, fantastical, funny, and odd, and sometimes scary, sad, and endearing stories are portrayed. Many famous actors, actresses, and directors made guest appearances.

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Plot Keywords:

psychic power | alien | magician | christmas spirit | voodoo | 

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Taglines:

In the extraordinary worlds of Amazing Stories!

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Genres:

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

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Certificate:

PG

Did You Know?

Trivia

Television debut of Rain Phoenix (Doris), and first acting role.

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Connections

Referenced in Histoires Fantastiques: Anthologie Stories (2017)

User Reviews

Some mediocre, some incredible

Some "amazing stories" were actually just rehashes of old ideas, but some, such as "The Mission", were superbly written, directed, and are worth seeking out. To add to their appeal, some top-notch actors are involved to bring an extra dimension to the story. Worth seeing.

Details

Official Sites:

Sci Fi Channel

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

29 September 1985 (USA)

Also Known As:

Steven Spielberg's Amazing Stories

Filming Locations:

Colonial Street, Backlot, Universal Studios - 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Amblin Entertainment, Universal Television

Technical Specs

Runtime:

30 min (45 episodes)

Sound Mix:

Dolby (1986-1987) Stereo (1985-1986)

Color:

Color (Technicolor)

Aspect Ratio:

4:3