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Tales from the Darkside - S01E12 - In the Cards
 

Tales from the Darkside season 1 episode 12

In the Cards

 
A fake fortuneteller, Caterina, soon finds that every fortune she tells comes true...but she can only predict gruesome and horrific ends for her customers. She soon discovers that another cursed fortuneteller slipped her a cursed pack of cards, and Caterina can only get rid of them by giving them to another fake. She does so by slipping into another fortuneteller's parlor, asking for a fortune, and slipping her the cursed deck. Unfortunately the first fortune the new cursee reads is of Caterina's death...which rapidly comes true.
 
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Tales from the Darkside / S01E12 : In the Cards
Season 1, Episode 12 | Aired on January 27, 1985 | TV-14 | 20 min. | CBS
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EPISODES
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Season 1
Season 1
Season 4
Season 3
Season 2
Season 1
Specials
 
 
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 1 - The New Man
    Episode 1
    The New Man
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 2 - I'll Give You a Million
    Episode 2
    I'll Give You a Million
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 3 - Pain Killer
    Episode 3
    Pain Killer
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 4 - The Odds
    Episode 4
    The Odds
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 5 - Mookie and Pookie
    Episode 5
    Mookie and Pookie
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 6 - Slippage
    Episode 6
    Slippage
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 7 - Inside the Closet
    Episode 7
    Inside the Closet
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 8 - The Word Processor of the Gods
    Episode 8
    The Word Processor of the Gods
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 9 - A Case of the Stubborns
    Episode 9
    A Case of the Stubborns
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 10 - Djinn, No Chaser
    Episode 10
    Djinn, No Chaser
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 11 - All a Clone by the Telephone
    Episode 11
    All a Clone by the Telephone
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 12 - In the Cards
    Episode 12
    In the Cards
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 13 - Anniversary Dinner
    Episode 13
    Anniversary Dinner
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 14 - Snip, Snip
    Episode 14
    Snip, Snip
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 15 - Answer Me
    Episode 15
    Answer Me
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 16 - The Tear Collector
    Episode 16
    The Tear Collector
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 17 - Madness Room
    Episode 17
    Madness Room
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 18 - If the Shoes Fit...
    Episode 18
    If the Shoes Fit...
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 19 - Levitation
    Episode 19
    Levitation
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 20 - It All Comes Out in the Wash
    Episode 20
    It All Comes Out in the Wash
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 21 - Bigalow's Last Smoke
    Episode 21
    Bigalow's Last Smoke
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 22 - Grandma's Last Wish
    Episode 22
    Grandma's Last Wish
  • Tales from the Darkside - Episode 23 - The False Prophet
    Episode 23
    The False Prophet

Tales from the Darkside season 1 episode 12 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

A psychic, Miss Daley, faces the dark consequences of her tarot readings when predictions of doom begin to materialize, leading her to a crisis of faith in her own abilities. Despite her attempts to escape the burden of her accurate predictions, she learns from a mysterious figure, Madame Marlena, that the tarot cards' power is ancient and inescapable. The story culminates in Miss Daley's realization that she must pass the cursed deck to another disbeliever, highlighting the relentless cycle of fate and the inescapable connection to the dark side of reality.

Full Episode S01E12 Recap

### Opening Scene: The Advertisement Brief - A man discusses his vision for an occult-looking advertisement, emphasizing the inclusion of a palm reading illustration. - He communicates with someone named Billy, setting a deadline and playfully dismissing Billy's flirtation. ### A Day at the Psychic's Office - Miss Daley, a psychic, welcomes a client who has heard great things about her. - She conducts a tarot reading, predicting the appearance of a handsome, athletic man in her client's life, using the Knight of Swords card as evidence. ### The Unsettling Prediction - Another client, Iris, asks about her relationship's future. Upon cutting the cards, Miss Daley is disturbed by the repeated appearance of a specific hand indicating her boyfriend's impending death. ### Isaac's Visit - Isaac, a regular visitor, brings flowers for Miss Daley, who feels suddenly unwell. Isaac's touch on the cards seems to trigger a negative reaction from Miss Daley. - Isaac discusses the inevitability of the tarot's predictions, linking them to the Kabbalah and the undeniable truth of the Angel of Death card. ### The Consequence of Prediction - Haunted by her accurate prediction of an accident, Miss Daley becomes desperate to rid herself of the tarot cards, believing they only predict doom. - After a client's tragic accident is revealed to have occurred as predicted, Miss Daley resolves to stop giving readings, tormented by the accuracy and negativity of her predictions. ### The Power of the Cards - Miss Daley's attempt to discard the cards fails; they seem to possess a supernatural resilience and power, compelling her to seek help. - A friend, Esther, tries to reassure her, but the cards' ominous power is undeniable, leaving both women terrified. ### The Encounter with Madame Marlena - Determined to confront the source of her torment, Miss Daley visits Madame Marlena, who reveals the ancient and diverse origins of tarot cards. - Madame Marlena admits to passing the cursed deck to Miss Daley as a form of punishment for her disbelief in their power. ### The Cycle Continues - Miss Daley is told she must pass the cursed cards to another disbeliever to rid herself of their burden. - The story ends with Miss Daley attempting to break the cycle, but the dark influence of the cards remains pervasive, suggesting an inescapable connection to the dark side of reality.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the man want to include in his advertisement?

A picture of a human hand with all the lifelines.

Who is Miss Daley?

A psychic who conducts tarot readings.

What prediction does Miss Daley make for her first client?

She predicts the appearance of a young, handsome, intelligent, and athletic man, possibly a tennis instructor.

How does Miss Daley react to Iris' tarot reading?

She becomes disturbed upon seeing a specific hand indicating Iris' boyfriend's impending death.

Who is Isaac, and what does he bring to Miss Daley?

Isaac is a regular visitor who brings flowers for Miss Daley.

What is Isaac's interpretation of the tarot cards?

He believes the tarot cards, particularly the Angel of Death, reveal inevitable truths and are linked to the Kabbalah.

What effect do the tarot card predictions have on Miss Daley?

The predictions cause Miss Daley distress, leading her to attempt to rid herself of the cards and stop giving readings.

How do the tarot cards demonstrate their power?

The cards resist attempts to be discarded or destroyed, indicating they possess a supernatural resilience and influence.

Who is Madame Marlena?

A fortune teller who reveals the ancient origins of tarot cards and admits to passing the cursed deck to Miss Daley.

What solution does Madame Marlena offer Miss Daley?

She suggests that Miss Daley must pass the cursed cards to another disbeliever to rid herself of their burden.

What does the story suggest about the nature of tarot cards?

The story suggests that tarot cards hold a dark and powerful influence that can predict and possibly influence future events.

 
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