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"Lights Out" is an American horror and suspense anthology television series that aired on NBC from 1949 to 1952. The show was adapted from a highly popular, long-running radio program originally created by Wyllis Cooper and later expanded by Arch Oboler. Each weekly episode featured standalone tales of macabre and supernatural events, making it one of early television's first dedicated horror series. It is intended for fans of classic television and golden age radio adaptations.
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How good is Lights Out (1949)?
Lights Out (1949) scores 7.28/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Anthology Series category. Pioneering television horror anthology with strong historical importance, though primitive production and limited survival affect modern consensus.
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