“The Twilight Zone” reboot will be renewed for a second season, on the streaming service CBS All Access. The show is narrated and produced by Oscar-winning director Jordan Peele, and its first five episodes are available for streaming.
“Jordan Peele and Simon Kinberg’s reimagining of ‘The Twilight Zone’ is off to an amazing start on CBS All Access, driving the most viewers on its premiere day for an original series to date,” Julie McNamara, executive vice president of original content at CBS All Access, said. “Jordan, Simon, the creative team and cast have done a phenomenal job translating the series’ legacy of socially conscious storytelling for modern-day audiences. They are master storytellers, and we look forward to bringing fans further into ‘The Twilight Zone’ with a second season.”
Jordan Peele is playing the role that was performed by Rod Serling, who created the original. It aired from 1959 to 1964, and had 80 episodes. By showcasing strange events, the show portrayed current issues and the human experience.
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