The series, primarily the original 1959–1964 run created by Rod Serling, explores the human condition through the lens of science fiction, fantasy, and the macabre. Each episode is a self-contained story that usually ends with a philosophical or ironic twist. 2. Essential Series to Watch

A study on how quickly paranoia can destroy a community.

Because each episode is a heavy "moral fable," watching them one at a time allows the twist and the message to sink in.