Probably best known for his novel I Am Legend, Matheson also wrote 16 episodes of the original Twilight Zone series including the classics "Nightmare at 20,000 Feet," "The Invaders," "Nick of Time," and "Third From the Sun." His short story "Duel" was adapted into a movie by a young Steven Spielberg. He wrote the teleplay for the made-for-TV movie The Night Stalker, which led to the series Kolchak: The Night Stalker. He wrote episodes of Star Trek, The Outer Limits, Amazing Stories and Night Gallery to name only a few. His works have been referenced or parodied on The Simpsons, Family Guy, 3rd Rock from the Sun, MST3K, and countless others.
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Needless to say, Matheson was one of the most influential writers of the 20th century and had his hand in shaping not only the horror and sci-fi landscapes but just about every aspect of popular culture. You could say that the man was legend.
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