The Twonky

The Twonky

Out of Your Own Tomorrow... Out of Time and Space a Fearsome Power!

NR 1953 · 72 min · ★ 4.3 · Comedy, Science Fiction

A college professor, left alone by his wife for the weekend, discovers his new TV set is not only alive, but determined to take control of his entire life.

Directed by Arch Oboler · Written by Arch Oboler

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