Episode guide

S1·E27 The Big Tall Wish

Name: The Big Tall Wish
Released: 1960-04-08
Duration: 26 min
Rating: 6.3
Cast: Ivan Dixon, Walter Burke, Steven Perry, Kim Hamilton, Henry Scott

Core Aired April 8, 1960 26 min ★ 6.3/10 · 29 TMDB votes

Synopsis

Washed-up boxer Bolie Jackson, with the help of a special wish from his young friend Henry, miraculously switches places with his opponent during a comeback fight, turning the tide in his favor.

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Director & writers

Ron WinstonDirectorRod SerlingWriter

Guest stars

Ivan DixonReverend Anderson

Walter BurkeJoe Mizell

Steven PerryHenry Temple

Kim HamiltonFrances Temple

Henry ScottThomas

Wesley GaleTenant

Joseph GlickHandler

Charles HorvathJoey Consiglio

Mike LallyHandler

Carl MacIntireAnnouncer

Lillian TaylorTenant

Dan TerranovaCall Boy

Frankie VanReferee

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 1 Episode 27 of The Twilight Zone air?

Season 1, Episode 27 ('The Big Tall Wish') originally aired on April 8, 1960.

How long is Season 1 Episode 27 ('The Big Tall Wish')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 26 minutes.

What happens in The Twilight Zone Season 1 Episode 27?

Washed-up boxer Bolie Jackson, with the help of a special wish from his young friend Henry, miraculously switches places with his opponent during a comeback fight, turning the tide in his favor....