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Amazing Stories

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Amazing Stories

1985- 1987

2 Seasons

45 Episodes

7.5(237 votes)

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Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Comedy

Family

Overview

A truly amazing, fantastical, science fiction, funny and odd, and sometimes scary, sad and endearing anthology series presented by Steven Spielberg with guest appearances by many famous actors, actresses, and directors.

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Production Companies

Universal Television

Amblin Entertainment

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Created by: Steven Spielberg
John Falsey
Showrunner: Steven Spielberg

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