DEATH AND DISASTER ON THE SET OF TWILIGHT ZONE THE MOVIE | Full Story and Victims’ Graves Visited
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Twilight Zone: The Movie is a 1983 American science fiction anthology film produced by Steven Spielberg and John Landis. Based on Rod Serling's 1959-1964 television series of the same name, the film features four stories directed by Landis, Spielberg, Joe Dante, and George Miller. Landis' segment is an original story created for the film, while the segments by Spielberg, Dante, and Miller are remakes of episodes from the original series. The film's cast includes Dan Aykroyd, Albert Brooks, Scatman Crothers, John Lithgow, Vic Morrow, and Kathleen Quinlan. Original series cast members Burgess Meredith, Patricia Barry, Peter Brocco, Murray Matheson, Kevin McCarthy, Bill Mumy, and William Schallert also appear in the film, with Meredith assuming Serling's role as narrator.
On July 23, 1982, Vic Morrow and two child actors, Renee Shinn Chen and Myca Dinh Le, are killed in an accident involving a helicopter during filming on the California set of Twilight Zone: The Movie. Morrow, age 53, and the children, ages six and seven, were shooting a Vietnam War battle scene in which they were supposed to be running from a pursuing helicopter. Special-effects explosions on the set caused the pilot of the low-flying craft to lose control and crash into the three victims. The accident took place on the film’s last scheduled day of shooting.
Twilight Zone co-director John Landis (Blues Brothers, Trading Places, National Lampoon’s Animal House) and four other men working on the film, including the special-effects coordinator and the helicopter pilot, were charged with involuntary manslaughter. According to a 1987 New York Times report, it was the first time a film director faced criminal charges for events that occurred while making a movie. During the subsequent trial, the defense maintained the crash was an accident that could not have been predicted while the prosecution claimed Landis and his crew had been reckless and violated laws regarding child actors, including regulations about their working conditions and hours. Following the emotional 10-month trial, a jury acquitted all five defendants in 1987. The familes of the three victims filed lawsuits against Landis, Warner Brothers and Twilight Zone co-director and producer Steven Spielberg that were settled for undisclosed amounts.
Twilight Zone: The Movie was released in the summer of 1983. The film, which received mixed reviews, was based on a popular science fiction TV series of the same name that aired from 1959 to 1964 and was created by Rod Serling. In the movie, four directors- Landis, Steven Spielberg, Joe Dante and George Miller-each adapted a different episode of the TV series, which chronicled the stories of people who found themselves in highly unusual situations.
Vic Morrow had previously appeared in numerous TV shows and such films as The Blackboard Jungle (1955) and The Bad News Bears (1976). He was the father of actress Jennifer Jason Leigh (Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Margot at the Wedding, The Hateful Eight).
I watched this movie yesterday. I was astounded (and disgusted) that 1. The movie was allowed to be released at all 2. Nobody was held accountable in any way & 3. There was zero mention or acknowledgment of those that essentially gave their lives for this movie anywhere to be seen. Rest in peace all three victims. You deserved so much better.
Bless you, I bet that was so difficult to watch, bless you. I saw the 2 little faces, and I went cold, bless their little souls xxx
now that would’ve been
a difficult watch.! 😢
you took one for the team there.
i couldn’t bring myself to watch it, again..
✌🏻🇦🇺🌏🤘🏻
@@claire-christmas-august73 I know, I couldn't have honestly xx
That is so shocking I would never watch this film
They could have at least made a damn dedication to them. Maybe the parents didn't want it?
I remember when this happened. Ever since John Landis was acquitted on all charges, I have boycotted all of his work. The fact that he kept telling the helicopter pilot to keep getting lower for the shot, the fact that Landis had 2 under aged kids working at night and paid them under the table, the fact that 3 lives were lost on the making of this movie, and nothing was done to Landis, is an insult to the memories of the victims. John Landis should be buried under a prison. Even to this day, the whole story still gets me mad. Goes to show you that Hollywood folks are above the law. Great video Scott. You have such profound respect and class with each of your videos like this. May all 3 rest in peace. May karma come back to find Landis one day.
I've despised Landis forever due to this. He was so smug about it. He got off. Thank you for making this video. The children aren't talked about enough. I wish there were better photos of them. 😢 RIP 🙏
RIP Vic Morrow and those poor little kids. It's still so haunting to see the footage all these years later. Deaths that were easily preventable. Landis might as well killed them himself. Those involved practically got away with murder. You cover topics like this with such heart and class Scott. You're the best and have all my respect. Safe travels brother. Peace. Out ✌️❤️
Landis was actually yelling for the pilot to fly even lower, already below safety, when it was struck. Also sent everyone home and authorities not called for hours, who arrived finding almost everyone gone. Other than lawyer fees all he lost for everything he caused and covered up was Spielberg as a friend. It's incredible the way filming was allowed to operate and very little if any consequences except lawyers or insurance company premium increases.
That one cemetery Vic Morrow is in is packed like a sardine can. That's kind of disgusting really. Why would anyone would want to be buried in a place like that.
I remember this tragedy. I was 15 years old at the time. John Landis should have served at least 20 years. He is the SOB that pushed everybody. Thank you for doing this one. Edit: To this day I have not watch this movie.
The only good part of this movie is the first part. The rest were just remakes of old Twilight zone episodes.
I will NE:ER watch a John Landis film as long as I live. I have to do this out of respect for Vic, Myca, and Renee❤😢🙏✝️✡ RIP and Shalom
Sorry, NEVER!
It gives me chills to watch the helicopter crash footage from this movie. Hard to believe that they got away with what happened. Thanks for the video Scott!
Not In The Actual Film! Ending Of Episode Was Changed!
I watched an interview with John Landis and he didn't have any remorse about the accident and took no accountability for it. He said nobody was at fault. Such a tragedy, I feel for the families of the victims.
John's son, Max Landis, is also the same way. Like father like son. While John is responsible for the death of people, Max is said to be a very abusive person, sexually and emotionally towards various women. Probably learned it from his dad.
@@DCFCfanatic absolutely. I have watched his rants about saying his dad is not at fault. He is so Aggressive at pushing his narrative. I would love to clock him one to the jaw. Disrespectful POS like his father.
Helicopter parenting at its worst
John Landis has made some great films and is a genius writer as an artist but as a person he's a terrible person for being responsible for the deaths of a legendary beloved actor Vic Morrow to the deaths of two innocent children. RIP to all three. The world not only koat a beloved and talented actor that say but so did the parents and the world of two innocent children who weren't even allowed to work on early mornings but John Landis didn't care and that's how his tragedy happened.
He was smiling and smirking through an interview that I watched. I saw a photo of Vic Morrow’s mangled head and torso plus the little boys remains. I don’t see what’s so funny about that. John Landis is a sick person.
While this senseless tragedy happened over 40 years ago, I too have thought about it often. Scott, appreciate you paying respects to the graves of Renee, Myca, & Mr. Morrow. Your anger & outrage are rightfully placed on those that let this happen. Take care.
What a tragic story. I don't have other words. Thank you Scott for telling this story. May Vic, Myca and Renee rest in peace 😢💞
I'm with you Scott. This is heartbreaking. This accident shouldn't never happened. What's more upsetting, the crews got away with it. May all the victims Rest In Peace.
After reading about this and seeing other videos of the crash as well as the court case, I believe Landis and the others in charge of this movie paid some people off to get a not guilty verdict. That's why they were never prosecuted. What happened is horrific. I hope he has nightmares about it and can't sleep since he wasn't held accountable any other way.
Correct ,money talks !!!!!!😑🇬🇧
I still remember hearing about it when it happened. I was just too young to put it all together. Then the footage was released a while ago. Still breaks my heart for all of the families
I cringe even watching that scene knowing what happened on the set and I completely agree with you, I’m so sorry for the victims and there families, the worst part being children should never have been used in the filming of the scene, all guilty parties literally got away with murder😒
I remember when that happened. Vic Morrow was one of my favorite actors. From 'Blackboard Jungle' to Combat and that Hot rod movie. to this one. R I P Vic and the two children.
I knew that there was tragedy that surrounded Poltergeist but I never realized the same thing happened on The Twilight Zone. You do an amazing job with each and every video you do!!!
Loved Sargent in combat. Been around many ground charges as an Xtra. It's hard to imagine those children going thru the fear of loud explosions. Thank you SCOTT for bringing this tragedy to light. May all family's who's loved ones have passed find peace.
RIP to all 3 of them. Such a Horrible tragedy when that happened. 😢 Thank you Scott, i feel the same way you do about Landis and what happened to these two children and Vic.😢
I remember watching the trial on TV. I was so disgusted that nobody was found liable, especially Landis.
Me too
Money talks unfortunately.
Nowadays they sure would of put them under the jail wouldn't they
Scott this clearly affected you. ❤Landis has a lot to answer for! All these 'untouchables' when it comes to facing up to decisions they made. Thank you for reminding us that this happened. ❤ from UK 🇬🇧
I'd not heard about this. How horrific and sad for those families. How that man got away without having repercussions is beyond me. Plus, to not reference the deaths in the film in some way. He clearly didn't care. Or at least it comes across like that.
Well done on another sensitively told vlog, Scott
I've not heard of it either xx
They didn't give them a "In memory of" type thing because they're not even listed as part of the cast. This was they wouldn't have to pay them, well the families, residuals.
Advise not to watch it but the footage is on RUclips. Very sad.
I remember. I was just a year out of high school, but I remember. Thank you for covering this,Scott.
You did a wonderful job of explaining the tragic situation. I knew they were killed in the helicopter crash, but I didn't know details.
You are so right Scott, such a travesty of Justice. Just goes to show of course that clout and power overrule those that don't have those so-called qualities. I remember when this happened. I loved Vic Morrow when I was a kid from his " Combat" TV show and I even had a sweatshirt with his image on it. It was total negligence on the part of Landis and company and they should have paid heavily. Those poor little children and their families. I imagine they carry the guilt forever.🌹
John Landis still has blood on his hands… even in 2023. Terrible man.
Wow I never knew he was Jennifer Jason's Dad! I remember this story and seeing the clip on RUclips of the incident! Truly chilling and the thing that always stayed with me is seeing one of the crew jump back in horror when he tried to help one of the victims! Totally agree about Landis.... Another Facinating Vid Scott 14:08
She disowned her dad for years before his death. Not sure why but changed her name and didn’t attend his funeral. Sad
I remember when this horrific tragedy happened, seems like yesterday, but it's been 41 years ago. I've never seen the movie and I have no desire to see it 😞 I could tell this video was very emotional for you to make and I don't blame you. It was emotional for me to watch. Those poor, sweet, innocent babies who should have never been allowed to be there in the first place! It makes me sick! There's a special place in hell for John Landis 😠 RIP Renee, Myca and Vic Morrow and peace to their families😔🙏
Thank you Scott for another well done and respectful video.... your the best 💖✌️
Thank you so much Debra
In 1987 I was a juror on a trial in downtown L.A. that was next door to the Landis trial. Occasionally on break from the trial I was on I would see him standing outside conferring with his attorneys. The day the verdict came in, I happened to be on break. It was pandemonium with reporters waiting outside the courtroom and people rushing out. Didn't take long for Landis to come out with his wife Deborah. He was grinning ear to ear. There definitely wasn't any justice that day.
I am so grateful that you help remind many of us of the loss that shouldn't have happened. I remember this from the news. It broke my heart. I only cry for the families and the ones that have been lost.
I know how cruel this sounds; but I always thought this should have ended Landis’ career. I know he wasn’t the only one involved; but it makes me so angry. I can’t even look at him when he’s interviewed.
Thanks! rip all the victims ,very tragic ,i remember watching the Twilight movie 🎥🎥 i never knew this happened .😢Thank you Scott for your compassion towards your videos .very sad 😢
My dad watched Combat tv show with Vic. I remember when this horrible, horrible tragedy happened. It was unbelievable. The heart broken families.I'm brought to tears now. Take care Scott. Love you & your videos.
My dad watched Combat too
Hi Scott! I absolutely remember hearing this story it's absolutely heartbreaking it break my heart my prayers go out to the family's of the two children that passed away way to to soon and I agree with you when it's kid's it's absolutely heartbreaking RIP to these two absolutely beautiful children 🙏😭 and Rip to vic and my prayers go out to his family too 😭🙏
I do remember this avoidable tragedy but forgot about it until your video. Scott, I think other than the unnecessary loss of life, what bothers me most is that they didn't cease production and just trash the movie. If for nothing else but to honor the memory of these children and Vick who deserved at least that much. I don't know how they could have been acquitted with all the wrongs that went on.The writing was on the wall. It's all about the money, which is super sad. May these innocent victims of these negligent and irresponsible acts forever rest in peace ❤ 💐
That’s what angered me the most too Flo. They still released the movie and didn’t even put a tribute to them as far as I know . Infuriating
@@SCOTTONTAPE Hello there Scott Shannon Thank you so very much for the Story and giving a little bit more to the Story, I looked this up this Story absolutely Horrific, Really Sad 😢 Story! I am Glad they went Quick and didn't Suffer 😞 Scott When you Victor was Worried about the Shoot that was he's instinct telling him something was going to happen. R.I.P. Victor "Vic" Morrow February 14, 1929 - July 23, 1982 53 Year's Old. Myca dinh Le January 7, 1975 - July 23, 1982 6 Year's Old, Renee Shin-YI Chen April 1, 1976 - July 23 1982 6 Year's Old. 💐🙏👼❤️💔🌹🥀🕯️🕊️✝️💜
Thank you for this video. I remember when this happened!
Excellent video as always brother . It was done very respectfully done . Stay safe
You did a great job, I can hear the pain in your voice. RIP Vic, Myca, and Renee😢❤
Unforseen circumstances? Rubbish. Definitely a preventable tragedy. Rip to the victims. Awful story, so sad 😢
Thank you for sharing this video. That was a terrible tragedy. i 100% agree with your thoughts about John Landis.
This happened the year I turned 6. I haven’t heard about it and I never saw the movie. What a horrible tragedy! I can’t believe that the movie was released and nobody got in trouble for these 3 deaths. It sounds like their last moments were terrifying.
Yes, I agree. How terrifying...and Landis not held accountable!
Sometimes the movie business only cares about money and the project in hand than lives. Very touching video my friend.
Thanks Scott, That really is upsetting. that they died and, no one making the movie cared. peace out, love. ya
I remember this horror. It stuck with me and still breaks my heart. Thank you for telling their story with such respect.
Absolutely disgusting behavior. 🤬
As beyond messed up as this is, I'm glad thanks babies weren't alone. If Vic was a great dad, no way would he have left those kids. Ugh, I hate this. Hi, Scott. I'll say it for you, that dude should rot in hell.
I absolutely adored Vic Morrow, ❤ I was a huge fan of his television series " COMBAT " never missed an episode... I remember this tragedy happening I was devastated ..
RIP Vic Morrow and to the 2 children 🕊🕊🕊
Senseless tragedy I was not aware of. RIP Myca, Renee and Vic. Thanks for the video Scott.
RIP to all the victims 💐💐💐, it’s a shame no justice was served . Thank you for remembering them xxx
I was a year old when this happened. I'm surprised that Landis wasn't even blackballed as a director. I know Steven Spielberg cut ties with Landis. My sympathy goes to the morrow family, the parents of the two child actors and the helicopter pilot (I know he had to feel some huge tread of guilt for the rest of his life if he survived,) no amount of reckless effects were not worth the lives of these people in order to make a movie
There's a good interview on you tube with the helicopter pilot a Vietnam veteran. And I got the impression by watching that Dorcy Wingo did not feel any remorse for that crash at all.
Thank you for this Scott, truly sad story 🙏 may they rest in peace
Shudder's Cursed Films gives so much insight to this tragedy. Absolutely could have been avoided. Thank you for giving these victims a voice in a way Scott
I feel the same way you do,Scott. It angers me that they got away with it. All John Landus cared about was the filming and not the safety and the lives of Vic and the children. Their deaths was so preventable and John Landis didn’t care one bit. He’ll get his final judgment day in front of God one day.
Such a tragedy. Thanks Scott for a great video. ❤
1982 the year I graduate from high school. My mom told me this news. So sad
RIP those little ones and Vic Morrow
The entire story is heartbreaking and when it involves kids it makes it worse. Awesome video Scott, when you add the music it makes it more powerful.
Thanks Scott. This video was done so well. I agree with you wholeheartedly about that person. (not typing his name)
I love how respectful and caring you are about the victims. I'm a huge fan of yours. Keep up the great work and stay just the way you are. 🥰😢
May these wonderful ppl Rest in Paradise ❤ Scott we feel the same way you do. You are very empathetic and you have humility, Landis and the others didn't and still don't. I will say those choice words for you my friend. Stay Safe❤✌️
SCOTTTTTTT!!!! (That’s me channeling Frau Farbissina on Austin Powers). You my friend kick ass! TY! 😊
Thanks for sharing this story with us all Scott. Such a sad circumstance for those 3 poor souls. You do a great job with all of your videos.
Knowing what we know now about Hollyweird, it probably wasn’t an “accident” but a sacrifice. Landis career didn’t skip a beat. RIP to them
What do you mean "what we know now"? There is no proof of sacrifices in Hollywood.
@@honeyfrost3355 if your eyes are closed, you wont see. Keep sleeping then
I believe that. Absolutely 💯.
you're amazing!! thank you, Scott!!
So heartbreaking
Thank you Scott really tastefully done as always
RIP to the victims
I remember when that happened. It was big news. Of course those were the days when politics wasn't the 24/7 agenda like now. Anyway i was a big fan of Vic Morrow. He was a very good & popular actor. I remember watching him every week in the TV show "Combat". RIP Vic & the two little souls lost that sad day
Thank you for making this video! The Twilight Zone Movie accident is such a very sad tragedy that always interest me and makes me so mad that no justice was ever served for these three victims. I refused to watch any movie that John Landis made because of this, and the stories I've heard about the way he acted before, during and after the trial! When you were talking about the quote on Vic Morrow's grave, I saw or read an interview with Jennifer Jason Leigh (Sorry, I can't remember where! I think it was interview with a magazine?) and she said that her older sister Carrie was the one who came up with the quote that was put on their father's grave. Jennifer was estranged with her father around the time of his death and still till this day, she doesn't say why she and her father were never close.
I would like to look up how they glossed over the fact that the kids should not have been there at all but fear it will just piss me off more. Thanks for covering this as I had no idea of the details of how it happened. So very sad.
Great video bro. Had no idea that Vic, was Jennifer's dad. Another Hollywood story that shows the rich dont have to be accountable for the actions. I still can't believe the movie was still released.
Growing up with an older brother, I watched a lot of Vic Morrow on TV. The Twilight Zone weekly series comes to mind, Combat! I always liked to watch Vic perform whether he was on TV or in a movie. This tragedy was horrific losing three people that way and made worse to watch Landes sit in court and smirk while he let others take the blame. Like you I never watched his films again. RIP Vic and children all gone way too soon.
My dad watched Combat
Such a tragic story. Thank for covering this. Love as always from so-cal
Great video!!!
Your voice has pain in it 💔
We Love You Scott
Great job in telling this tragic story Scott. Absolutely devastating to all family members and other loved ones. I don't know how John Landis could sleep at night....
I never knew this happened, I'm a big fan of Vic Morrow R.I.P To all three
Thanks for sharing this story. I love what you put out.
This was such a horrible tragedy! I remember when this happened….God rest them all in peace.😢
It was so touching the way you loving brush the grave
I remember hearing this story years ago and it was heartbreaking. John Landis and the others should not have gotten away with this. The arrogance of John Landis set this tragedy in motion and his own words of saying we may lose the helicopter says he knew the danger. There are words to describe people like him but they can’t be said here. This was a horrific tragedy that didn’t have to happen.
So so sad!! RIP to the 3 victims!! Gone too soon!! John Landis should have gone to jail!! Crazy. Not to care about human lives!! Thanks for the great video Scott!! Love you and your videos!! God bless you!! 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🙏🙏🥲🥲🥲
Hey Scott! This is a sad story, I can’t believe J. Land is got away with this, no liability nothing and prospered.
Oh my god that is absolutely horrific and disgusting! I know people complain about health and safety in the workplace these days but we should all be thankful for it. Poor sweet darlings absolutely horrible. I can’t imagine what the parents went through I literally gasped my jaw dropped !
July 24th the boss was putting on a 'cocktail hour' and gave me $1500 to get drinks, what a great day! Heard on the radio about the tragedy on the way back from the liquor store, great day is over. Good job again Scott. Another movie tragedy that pissed me off was Heidi von Beltz and the way they hung her out to dry when it went bad.
I remember that. The head on collision between the Aston Martin DB5 and a Ford van during the filming of the smoke scene in the Cannonball Run in the summer of 1980.
@@pdennis93 Good memory. Heidi's fiancé (stunt coordinator) talked her into it, tragic and sad,
I remember this. When it happened it was just as sad as it is so many years later.
Omg I just watched that yesterday! What a coincidence. Thanks for videos. As always love it
So very sad😢😢😢 good video❤❤❤
Hey, thanks for doing this video. I knew of the story since I was a kid. Respects to all who parished. You brought me to tears dude when you brushed off Myca's grave.
Thank you for your professionalism. I'm a big TZ fan and knew about this tragic event. You covered it in just the best way possible. Man Landis is just hugely accountable but sadly he is tefton.
Well done. Thank you for remembering the victims and spotlighting this tragedy.
Thanks!
Hello Scott I'm watching you from Tucson Arizona, I didn't know about all the deaths when this movie was made. So very sad and those poor kids lost their young lives. RIP to all of them
Scott I noticed in the vid you said you don’t like any of John Landis work, I’m surprised. Don’t you like Trading Places or The Thriller video?
Thriller video yes but I was a kid when it came out so I didn’t make the connection. I don’t watch any of his movies now
HI Scott. Thanks for covering this tragic story.
Well done Scott thank you , I remember when that tragedy happened Vic was a good actor
Sad for the families. Hollywood elites 🤨🤐 Thanks Scott 👍
Thanks for making this video. I had no idea. Absolutely disgusting. I don't think I'll be able to watch another John Landis movie ever again.
Thank you Scott for this video and sharing your deepest condolences for the 3 victims and their families. Nobody deserves to leave this earth the way they did. It’s very unfortunate and sad I’m hoping they’re resting in peace and living on spiritually. I appreciate you in every way you are literally the best when it comes to sharing any video of a tragedy or a lost life. Much love for you and respect 💐🕊️❤️ 🫶🏼 RIP to those little angels 👼 and of course Vic 🕊️🙏🏼
How tragic poor souls. This story gave me chills 🙏
Landis should have gone to jail for the part he played in these tragic deaths.
Aww glad you have this up 😊 RIP to all
Oh my god. I had never heard about John Landis working those little kids like that. He basically murdered them. 😓
RIP Micah, Renee and Vic Morrow remembered never forgotten 💐.
Hello Scott. Thank you for all the great content you bring to us.
Omg I grew up in that mobile home Park directly across the street from Forest Lawn Cypress
Buddy Scott, you most decently present these tragedies in the upmost loving way, You Rock Mr. Buddy. John Landis wasn't the only one to get so outrageous with filming and this is absolutely tragic. There was a documentary for the movie that was never made called " It's Not My Cross To Bear" about the life of musician Greg Allman where the director felt they should film on a live train track even though they were not permitted to do so by the railroad. They did it anyway and lost one of the filming crew a wonderful young lady and another crew member injured for life.
Greg Allman was so p issed he pulled all rights from them continuing the movie. Vic Morrow was great in the Twighlight Movie , and so sad the children that will never grow up.
Excellent Video Sir Buddy Scott ☮ & ♥ The 🌎 World is yours.
Kudos to Greg Allman 👍
@@odalisgonzalez6875 Unfortunately nothing good lasts forever. R.I.P. Greg, Duanne, Barry, Butch, and Dan Toler. "It Just AIn't Easy"
This is a very sad story! Shame on the ones involved in the loss of those three people! RIP! Thank you Scott for doing this story for us.
Very well done, Scott. Thank you for sharing.