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Thriller S1E1 — The Twisted Image

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Thriller•Season 1•Episode 1

The Twisted Image

7.0/10 · 444 votesSep 13, 196050 min

Ranked #23 of 37 in Season 1•−0.2 vs season avg

When the paths of a disturbed young man (consumed with the idea of taking over the life of his boss) and a disturbed young woman (obsessed with the same man) cross, the results are disatrous.

Directed byArthur Hiller

Written byJames P. Cavanagh, William O'Farrell

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Arthur Hiller

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James P. Cavanagh

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William O'Farrell

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Episode Summary

"The Twisted Image" is episode 1 of Thriller season 1. It scored 7.0/10 from 444 votes, ranking #23 of 37 episodes this season (season average 7.2). Directed by Arthur Hiller and written by James P. Cavanagh, William O'Farrell, it aired on September 13, 1960.

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