Dark Shadows

Series Storyline

Dark Shadows is an American gothic soap opera that originally aired weekdays on the ABC television network, from June 27, 1966, to April 2, 1971. The show was created by Dan Curtis. The story bible, which was written by Art Wallace, does not mention any supernatural elements. It was unprecedented in daytime television when ghosts were introduced about six months after it began. The series became hugely popular when vampire Barnabas Collins appeared a year into its run. Dark Shadows also featured werewolves, zombies, man-made monsters, witches, warlocks, time travel, and a parallel universe. A small company of actors each played many roles; indeed, as actors came and went, some characters were played by more than one actor. Major writers besides Art Wallace included Malcolm Marmorstein, Sam Hall, Gordon Russell, and Violet Welles.

Seasons (13)

Specials

52 Episodes

Season 1

124 Episodes • 1966

Season 2

64 Episodes • 1966

Season 3

83 Episodes • 1967

Season 4

90 Episodes • 1967

Season 5

93 Episodes • 1967

Season 6

237 Episodes • 1968

Season 7

182 Episodes • 1969

Season 8

92 Episodes • 1969

Season 9

80 Episodes • 1970

Season 10

49 Episodes • 1970

Season 11

85 Episodes • 1970

Season 12

46 Episodes • 1971