Ep 2. The Playground

The Ray Bradbury Theater is a science fiction anthology series that aired in the 1980s and 90s. The second episode of the first season is titled "The Playground."

"The Playground" revolves around a young boy named Charles who becomes obsessed with a nearby playground that is only accessible to the children of the town's wealthy elite. Charles, who is from a working-class family, becomes increasingly fixated on the playground and its mysterious caretaker, Mr. Dark.

As Charles becomes more and more desperate to gain entrance to the playground, he begins to learn that Mr. Dark is not what he seems. With the help of his friend, Tom, Charles sets out to uncover the truth about the playground and its sinister secrets.

The episode is based on a short story by Ray Bradbury and explores themes of class, power, and the dangers of unchecked desire. The eerie and unsettling tone of the episode is underscored by the haunting score and atmospheric direction.

Overall, "The Playground" is a gripping and thought-provoking installment of the series, showcasing Bradbury's unique blend of science fiction and horror storytelling.