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Tales from the Darkside S3E9 — Baker's Dozen
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Tales from the Darkside•Season 3•Episode 9

Baker's Dozen

6.6/10 · 296 votesNov 23, 198622 min

Ranked #5 of 22 in Season 3•+0.5 vs season avg

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Ruby Cuzzins, a New Orleans baker, sells "magic" cookies and gives unscrupulous Henry adman a sample of her wares. Convinced, Henry tries to get her to go into business with him but gets his comeuppance when she refuses.

Directed byJohn Harrison
Written byGeorge A. Romero
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Paul Sparer

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John Harrison

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Episode Summary

"Baker's Dozen" is episode 9 of Tales from the Darkside season 3. It scored 6.6/10 from 296 votes, ranking #5 of 22 episodes this season (season average 6.1). Directed by John Harrison and written by George A. Romero, it aired on November 23, 1986.

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