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Title

The Man Who Could Work Miracles

Plot

As 1899 comes to a close, in the Bowery section of lower Manhattan, George comes to the realization that he can alter events by just willing it to be so. Everything he wishes for comes true. But his power leads to hubris and he goes too far. Will he be able to reverse the course he has set for the world?

Episode

0510

Air Dates

  • First Run - August 26, 1976
  • Repeat - November 13, 1976

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9 Responses to Episode 0510

Adapted from an H. G. Wells story. A man discovers he has the power to do and make virtually anything through sheer application of his will. He starts small, but as his wishes become larger and more grand, and the side effects are unexpected.

Vernel

Wonderful episode!

Jeff

LOVE that one !!!!

Mike

An interesting story that reminds me of the movie "Bruce Almighty" (even if Bruce took things in a different direction due to where it came from). At least he realizes his mistakes early on and decides to do something about them.

Alec

Alec, this story reminded me of the 1936 movie, appropriately called "The Man Who Could Work Miracles" staring Sir Ralph Richardson and Roland Young. It was based on the same plot as the H G Wells classic because Wells himself worked on the screenplay, changing it a bit to include the communist Russian revolution. An interesting old black and white film that had some terrific special effects, cutting edge in its time, and still awe making to watch today.

D.C.

Great Episode!

Maureen

Starts at 11:15. Good one.

Jim

I listened to this when it originally aired back in 1976 and I never forgot about it. Now that's a good episode!

Greg

Great episode. Redfield and Haley were a terrific team and they show what can happen when you have an excellent script and talented actors.

Dave R


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