The Twilight Zone
Automatically track what you’re watching
Join a community with a new generation of fans
Join the community
Please enter all the fields
Please enter a correct Email
Yahoo emails are not allowed
This Email is already registered in Simkl
Name too short
Password is too short
You can choose a password length of not more than 50 characters. Do not forget to switch keyboard layout to the English. Do not choose a password too simple, less then 4 characters, because such a password is easy to find out. Allowed latin and !@#$%^&*()_-+=., characters
Create Free Account
Already have an account?  Enter  
Back
Welcome back!
Please enter all the fields
Incorrect login or password entered
Sign In
Forgot your password?
Don’t have an account?  Create Account  
Back
Forgot your password?
Please enter your Email
This Email is not registered in Simkl
Failed to send email, try again later
Don't worry. It's easy to reset.

Please enter your Simkl username or E-mail from your account to start the password recovery process.
Reset Password
We have sent instructions to the email address you provided during signup. Please follow the link from the email to continue.
Back

TOP

JOIN SIMKL
The Twilight Zone - S01E01 - Where Is Everybody?
 

Watch The Twilight Zone season 1 episode 1 Online

Where Is Everybody?

 
Mike Ferris finds himself in a town strangely devoid of people. But despite the emptiness, he has the odd feeling that he's being watched...
 
Episode found on:
 
AD
 
Try 1 month of Paramount+ FREE. Thousands of episodes, live TV & exclusive originals–all in one place! »
AD
 
Stream the best of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and new movies now. Sign Up Now! »
 
 
 
 
The Twilight Zone / S01E01 : Where Is Everybody?
Season 1, Episode 1 | Aired on October 2, 1959 | TV-PG | 25 min. | CBS
Mark as watched
 
 
 
EPISODES
Season 1
Season 1
Season 1
Season 5
Season 4
Season 3
Season 2
Season 1
Specials
 
 
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 1 - Where Is Everybody?
    Episode 1
    Where Is Everybody?
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 2 - One for the Angels
    Episode 2
    One for the Angels
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 3 - Mr. Denton on Doomsday
    Episode 3
    Mr. Denton on Doomsday
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 4 - The Sixteen-Millimeter Shrine
    Episode 4
    The Sixteen-Millimeter Shrine
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 5 - Walking Distance
    Episode 5
    Walking Distance
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 6 - Escape Clause
    Episode 6
    Escape Clause
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 7 - The Lonely
    Episode 7
    The Lonely
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 8 - Time Enough at Last
    Episode 8
    Time Enough at Last
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 9 - Perchance to Dream
    Episode 9
    Perchance to Dream
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 10 - Judgment Night
    Episode 10
    Judgment Night
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 11 - And When the Sky Was Opened
    Episode 11
    And When the Sky Was Opened
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 12 - What You Need
    Episode 12
    What You Need
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 13 - The Four of Us Are Dying
    Episode 13
    The Four of Us Are Dying
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 14 - Third from the Sun
    Episode 14
    Third from the Sun
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 15 - I Shot an Arrow into the Air
    Episode 15
    I Shot an Arrow into the Air
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 16 - The Hitch-Hiker
    Episode 16
    The Hitch-Hiker
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 17 - The Fever
    Episode 17
    The Fever
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 18 - The Last Flight
    Episode 18
    The Last Flight
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 19 - The Purple Testament
    Episode 19
    The Purple Testament
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 20 - Elegy
    Episode 20
    Elegy
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 21 - Mirror Image
    Episode 21
    Mirror Image
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 22 - The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street
    Episode 22
    The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 23 - A World of Difference
    Episode 23
    A World of Difference
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 24 - Long Live Walter Jameson
    Episode 24
    Long Live Walter Jameson
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 25 - People Are Alike All Over
    Episode 25
    People Are Alike All Over
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 26 - Execution
    Episode 26
    Execution
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 27 - The Big Tall Wish
    Episode 27
    The Big Tall Wish
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 28 - A Nice Place to Visit
    Episode 28
    A Nice Place to Visit
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 29 - Nightmare as a Child
    Episode 29
    Nightmare as a Child
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 30 - A Stop at Willoughby
    Episode 30
    A Stop at Willoughby
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 31 - The Chaser
    Episode 31
    The Chaser
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 32 - A Passage for Trumpet
    Episode 32
    A Passage for Trumpet
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 33 - Mr. Bevis
    Episode 33
    Mr. Bevis
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 34 - The After Hours
    Episode 34
    The After Hours
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 35 - The Mighty Casey
    Episode 35
    The Mighty Casey
  • The Twilight Zone - Episode 36 - A World of His Own
    Episode 36
    A World of His Own

The Twilight Zone season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ

icon

Episode Summary

A man finds himself in a desolate town with no memory of who he is. Desperately seeking human interaction, he encounters only silence and eerie stillness. His isolation leads to panic and hallucinations, with him talking to mannequins and hearing phantom sounds. The twist reveals he's part of an Air Force isolation experiment, simulating the loneliness of space travel. The episode concludes with a reflection on the psychological impacts of extreme solitude, emphasizing the human need for companionship.

Full Episode S01E01 Recap

### Opening Monologue - The episode begins with a mysterious male presenter narrating about a fifth dimension beyond human understanding, a realm between reality and fantasy, known as the Twilight Zone. ### Mysterious Town - A man finds himself in an eerily quiet town. He notices a diner and enters, attempting to interact with a non-responsive waitress. - He realizes he's alone, feeling confused and starts questioning his identity. He remembers he has American money and is hungry, but his confusion about his own identity grows. ### Searching for Answers - The man wanders the town, finding it completely deserted. He approaches a woman in a phone booth, but she doesn't respond. - He suffers from amnesia, unable to recall his identity or past, feeling increasingly desperate. ### Increasing Desperation - The man's frustration escalates as he finds himself utterly alone in the town. He tries using a phone booth, but only encounters a pre-recorded message. - His attempts to find any human presence become more frantic. He feels watched and starts hallucinating, hearing voices and sounds. ### Breakdown - The man's mental state deteriorates. He hallucinates a police station and an ice cream truck, talking to mannequins and objects, convinced he's in a dream. - He recalls being in the Air Force, but this revelation doesn't alleviate his confusion or isolation. ### Climactic Discovery - As he reaches a state of panic, convinced he's being watched, the scene shifts to reveal that he's actually in an Air Force isolation experiment. - It's revealed he's been in a simulation for over 484 hours, meant to mimic the loneliness of space travel. ### Conclusion - The experiment is deemed a success. The Air Force personnel discuss the psychological effects of isolation, acknowledging the man's mental breakdown. - The episode ends with a reflection on the challenges of space travel and the human need for companionship, even in the vastness of space. ### Closing Monologue - The episode concludes with the presenter, Rod Serling, hinting at the next story in "The Twilight Zone" series, emphasizing themes of isolation and the human condition.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fifth dimension described in the opening monologue?

The fifth dimension is described as a realm beyond human understanding, lying between reality and fantasy, known as the Twilight Zone.

What condition does the main character suffer from in the episode?

The main character suffers from amnesia, unable to remember his identity or past.

How does the main character feel upon finding himself in the deserted town?

He feels confused, isolated, and increasingly desperate as he cannot find any other human presence.

What does the man realize about himself in the diner?

He realizes he has American money and is hungry, but is also confused about his own identity.

 
Reactions
 
ABOUT #THETWILIGHTZONE S01E01 Newest Oldest Top Replies Top comments Top Memos Most Helpful Most Likes
Add Comment
 
Topic
 
Photo, Meme or GIF
 
Video
 
  ?
Drop image files here or click to upload
max 10MB photo or 2MB GIF
 
Add photo or GIF from web

How to add photo or GIF from web:

You can paste URL of the image inside your comment and it will be automatically converted into the image when reading the comment.
 
Find a GIF
 
Create a Meme

How to add a video:

To add a video paste video url directly into your comment. Example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s7L2PVdrb_8.
Do not post links to copyrighted video content (TV Episodes, Movies). Share them privately if needed.
English only please.  Home rules.
 
POST COMMENT
 
 
What do you think?
1 response  
 
1
Upvote
0
Funny
0
Love
0
Surprised
0
Angry
0
Sad
 
Share this page with your friends and followers:
Get VIP
Become a Pro or a VIP member
and unlock premium perks
Become beta tester
Get access to the next version of Simkl V2
Apps
Simkl has apps for Android, iOS, Chrome,
Windows, Kodi, Plex and more!

Simkl automatically tracks what you’re watching, tells you how many episodes you’ve missed, recommends what to watch next based on your watch history, and connects you to what your friends are into.

The best way to keep track of your favorite TV shows!

Get alerted when new episodes of your favorite TV shows air!

Get personalized recommendations on what to watch!

124,759 TV Shows
13,449 Anime
873,757 Movies
3,291,019 Members
COMMUNITY
Simkl is nothing without you
Give feedback on Discord or Twitter, improve your Simkl skills through tutorials.
IMDB
Tutorials
Explore our tutorials to enhance your understanding of how to keep track of your watch history on Simkl.
What is Simkl?
Twitter
Twitter
Stay updated with Simkl on Twitter for the latest product developments and other interesting news about TV Shows and Movies.
Follow @Simkl
Discord
Discord
Chat with the Simkl team and fellow Simkl members. The ultimate community experience.
Join our Discord
Start tracking what you watch
Sign Up with Google
Sign Up with Email
MADE WITH ♥ IN NYC & UA
© 2024. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.