This is an anthology series from creator Steven Spielberg. It's best described as a more family-friendly Twilight Zone. It has a throwback feel towards the old comic book stories. It often references an older time or has a nostalgic feel back to the 50's. It lasted two full seasons. The most iconic episode is probably the fifth episode in season one. It's the WWII bomber plane with cartoon wheels. One does notice some bigger actors in some of the earlier episodes. I absolutely remember the Ghost Train and Miscalculation. Both The Mission and Ghost Train are directed by Spielberg and a good number of stories are from him. One episode has Paul Bartel redoing his Secret Cinema. These are half hour episodes which does limit them to short stories. Mostly, they have one central reveal or shocking concept. There isn't enough time to have multiple twists and turns. It doesn't always have the edginess or the darkness. It's definitely not trying for the same style as Twilight Zone or Black Mirror. It has more fun with the lighter side of the genre. There are some really good episodes and at least, almost every one of them works in some way.
Review of Amazing Stories
