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The Wild Wild West - S02E12 - The Night of the Man-Eating House
 

The Wild Wild West season 2 episode 12

The Night of the Man-Eating House

 
West witnesses eerie phenomena when he takes refuge with a sheriff and his prisoner in an abandoned bayou mansion.
 
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The Wild Wild West / S02E12 : The Night of the Man-Eating House
Season 2, Episode 12 | Aired on December 12, 1966 | TV-14 | 45 min. | CBS
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  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 1 - The Night of the Eccentrics
    Episode 1
    The Night of the Eccentrics
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 2 - The Night of the Golden Cobra
    Episode 2
    The Night of the Golden Cobra
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 3 - The Night of the Raven
    Episode 3
    The Night of the Raven
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 4 - The Night of the Big Blast
    Episode 4
    The Night of the Big Blast
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 5 - The Night of the Returning Dead
    Episode 5
    The Night of the Returning Dead
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 6 - The Night of the Flying Pie Plate
    Episode 6
    The Night of the Flying Pie Plate
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 7 - The Night of the Poisonous Posey
    Episode 7
    The Night of the Poisonous Posey
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 8 - The Night of the Bottomless Pit
    Episode 8
    The Night of the Bottomless Pit
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 9 - The Night of the Watery Death
    Episode 9
    The Night of the Watery Death
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 10 - The Night of the Green Terror
    Episode 10
    The Night of the Green Terror
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 11 - The Night of the Ready-Made Corpse
    Episode 11
    The Night of the Ready-Made Corpse
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 12 - The Night of the Man-Eating House
    Episode 12
    The Night of the Man-Eating House
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 13 - The Night of the Skulls
    Episode 13
    The Night of the Skulls
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 14 - The Night of the Infernal Machine
    Episode 14
    The Night of the Infernal Machine
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 15 - The Night of the Lord of Limbo
    Episode 15
    The Night of the Lord of Limbo
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 16 - The Night of the Tottering Tontine
    Episode 16
    The Night of the Tottering Tontine
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 17 - The Night of the Feathered Fury
    Episode 17
    The Night of the Feathered Fury
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 18 - The Night of the Gypsy Peril
    Episode 18
    The Night of the Gypsy Peril
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 19 - The Night of the Tartar
    Episode 19
    The Night of the Tartar
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 20 - The Night of the Vicious Valentine
    Episode 20
    The Night of the Vicious Valentine
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 21 - The Night of the Brain
    Episode 21
    The Night of the Brain
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 22 - The Night of the Deadly Bubble
    Episode 22
    The Night of the Deadly Bubble
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 23 - The Night of the Surreal McCoy
    Episode 23
    The Night of the Surreal McCoy
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 24 - The Night of the Colonel's Ghost
    Episode 24
    The Night of the Colonel's Ghost
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 25 - The Night of the Deadly Blossom
    Episode 25
    The Night of the Deadly Blossom
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 26 - The Night of the Cadre
    Episode 26
    The Night of the Cadre
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 27 - The Night of the Wolf
    Episode 27
    The Night of the Wolf
  • The Wild Wild West - Episode 28 - The Night of the Bogus Bandits
    Episode 28
    The Night of the Bogus Bandits

The Wild Wild West season 2 episode 12 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

In a mysterious bayou, Artie and Jim West encounter Liston Lawrence Day, a gravely ill prisoner notorious for betraying Texas during its fight for independence. Seeking shelter in an abandoned house, they face inexplicable phenomena suggesting the house is alive and protective of Day. Uncovering a diary, they learn Day was innocent; his father was the true traitor, but Day took the blame. As supernatural events escalate, it's revealed that Day's mother's spirit aims to clear his name. Despite their efforts, Day dies, leaving questions of justice, betrayal, and the supernatural unanswered.

Full Episode S02E12 Recap

### Arrival at the Bayou - Artie and Jim West discuss the missing telegraph key and receive a message to take custody of a prisoner, Liston Lawrence Day, emphasizing precautions. - Day is described as important and dangerous, akin to historical traitors like Benedict Arnold. ### Confronting Liston Lawrence Day - Day, suffering from swamp fever, is found in the bayou, barely alive but considered dangerous due to his past as a traitor during Texas' fight for independence. - Despite his weak state, warnings about his dangerous nature persist, highlighting his betrayal and the impact on Texas' history. ### The Haunted House - Seeking shelter, the group finds an abandoned house, encountering strange phenomena like self-closing shutters and unexplainable noises, suggesting the house may have a life of its own. - The house reacts violently to damage, and attempts to escape or understand the situation are thwarted by mysterious forces, including locked doors and an unbreakable window. ### The Mystery Deepens - The group discovers the house belonged to Caroline L. Day, Liston's mother, whose spirit seems connected to the house and its anomalies. - Caroline's diary reveals a tragic history: her husband, not Liston, was the true traitor, but Liston took the blame to protect his father's legacy. ### Confrontation and Revelation - The house's protective nature over Day becomes evident as attempts to leave with him are resisted; it's revealed that Caroline's spirit seeks to clear her son's name. - Day, now revealed as a victim of a grave injustice, dies, and the group decides to report his death as due to swamp fever, leaving the supernatural events unexplained. ### Reflection and Departure - The experience leaves the characters questioning the reality of ghosts and the impact of past injustices, with the haunting presence of Caroline lingering as they leave the abandoned house. ### Key Themes and Characters - The episode explores themes of betrayal, redemption, and the supernatural, with the character of Liston Lawrence Day serving as a focal point for discussions on loyalty, justice, and the consequences of historical actions. - The mysterious, possibly sentient house adds a layer of supernatural intrigue, challenging the characters' understanding of reality and the past's hold on the present.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Liston Lawrence Day?

Liston Lawrence Day is a prisoner described as important and dangerous, likened to historical figures like Benedict Arnold due to his betrayal during Texas' fight for independence.

What illness does Liston Lawrence Day suffer from?

Day is suffering from swamp fever, which he contracted while on the run in the bayou.

Why is the house considered haunted or mysterious?

The house exhibits unexplainable phenomena, such as self-closing shutters, mysterious noises, and a resistance to damage, suggesting it may have a life of its own.

Who was the true traitor during Texas' fight for independence, according to Caroline's diary?

Caroline's diary reveals that her husband, not her son Liston, was the true traitor who informed General Santa Anna of troop movements.

What is the significance of Caroline L. Day's spirit?

Caroline L. Day's spirit seems to be connected to the house and its mysterious phenomena, seeking to protect her son and clear his name posthumously.

How do the characters plan to report Liston Lawrence Day's death?

The characters decide to report Liston Lawrence Day's death as caused by swamp fever, without mentioning the supernatural events they experienced.

Do the characters believe in ghosts by the end of the episode?

The experiences in the house leave the characters questioning the existence of ghosts, though they express skepticism about such supernatural explanations.

What message does the episode convey about justice and redemption?

The episode explores themes of injustice, the impact of historical actions, and the possibility of redemption through uncovering the truth and rectifying past wrongs.

How does the house's behavior affect the characters?

The house's mysterious and sometimes hostile behavior creates a sense of danger and entrapment, challenging the characters' perceptions and forcing them to confront the past.

What role does Caroline's diary play in the story?

Caroline's diary serves as a crucial piece of evidence, revealing the true history of Liston Lawrence Day's alleged betrayal and his father's guilt, thus serving as a means to seek justice for Liston.

 
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