That being said, there’s more that makes this spooky classic a yuletide staple beyond simply being great.

But what was it that made the series fall into the popular holiday rotation in the first place?

‘The Twilight Zone’ Might Not Feel Right for Christmas, But It Is!

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That said,The Twilight Zoneis not what most people think ofas a normal Christmas watch.

There’s something aboutblack and white photography in particularthat’s just like a roaring fireplace.

It feels so homey, the exact kind of feeling you want while watching something during the holidays.

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Ordinary people find themselves in extraordinarily astounding situations, which they each try to solve in a remarkable manner.

This also stands for both of their eerier aspects.

That being said, it’s often forgotten how dark the classicJimmy Stewartpicture is.

It’s not like Rod Serling made it any easier for us to turn offThe Twilight Zoneat Christmas gatherings.

Rod Serling in The Twilight Zone

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The man couldn’t help butthrow in Christmas-themed episodesleft and right!

Sheesh,The Twilight Zonemight as well just be a Christmas show!

When Did ‘The Twilight Zone’ Become a Holiday Staple?

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Its become a Southern California tradition.

Its right up there with your other Fourth of July activities: barbecues, picnics and fireworks."

After all, by now,The Twilight Zoneis a holiday tradition.

You don’t want to miss out!

Don’t let your family miss out either!

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